Supervisory Probation Officer

Brief Description of Duties: Supervises Probation Officers (POs) assigned to the office/unit, oversees and approves time and attendance, develops performance plans and completes a performance evaluation (probationary, mid-year, annual) for all direct reports, as well as providing an ongoing assessment, direction, development of all staff under their supervision; Calls for monitoring and supervision of their subordinates leave, training, working hours, work performance improvement needs, and related activities; Requires a review of special requests for personnel actions which may result in recommendations made to the Assistant Deputy Directors. Ensures all direct reporting staff are informed of the duties, expectations, directives, new and existing initiatives, structured programming, and achieving the strategic desired outcomes of the division. Collaborates with the Assistant Deputy Directors in developing training priorities for POs, and facilitates trainings on core requirements for juvenile probation supervision for all newly assigned POs, clerical staff, interns, and volunteers designated to the Unit.

Accompanies POs to Family Group Conferences to various court hearings (e.g., status, trial, disposition), Multidisciplinary and external meetings, to observe presentations made by the PO. Works a flexible schedule to include one or more evening tours of duty and weekends to provide supervision and assistance with group facilitation, meal preparation, curfew monitoring and other evening activities. Additionally, the SPO identifies staff needs, plans and conducts training programs, and ensures staff members are abreast of cutting-edge theories and practices.

Ensures recommendations for lengths of probation supervision are logically sound within the context of the nature of the offense and, objectives established guiding the service supervision plan, including but not limited to: pro-social development, BARJ program attendance and engagement, mentoring, tutoring, behavioral health services, vocational support, community service and/or restitution. Collaborates with Assistant Deputy Directors in analyzing existing and emerging statutory measures to ensure staff is kept abreast of cutting-edge theories, policies, procedures and best practices in the field of juvenile justice. Prepares modifications to policies designated or approved by the Assistant Deputy Directors and ensures implementation by staff.

Provides oversight of community supervision, including home and school visits and evening curfew checks as well as community activities. Prepares monthly narratives and statistical reports specific to case activity and outcomes tracked by unit. Compiles and validates data (detailing caseloads, youth and family contacts, and youth compliance with court ordered conditions) captured by staff.

Submits valid data and statistical reports monthly to the Directors Office and prepares monthly data trends to inform priority actions and activities for staff. This announcement may be used to make more than one selection.

Maximum Age Requirement: First-time appointees to positions covered under law enforcement officer retirement provisions must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment. Applicants 37 years or over who have previous law enforcement officer experience under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees' Retirement System and who have either a subsequent break in service or intervening service in a non-law enforcement officer position may have their previous law enforcement officer experience subtracted from their age to determine whether they meet the maximum age requirement. Background Check Investigation: As a condition of employment, the selected candidate(s) must complete a fingerprinting background check, a Child Protection Register (CPR) check and will be subject to an updated investigation every two (2) years thereafter.

Retention in the position will depend upon favorable suitability determination. Driver's License and Driving Record: This position involves the operation of Court vehicles and therefore requires the possession of a valid driver's license, maintaining an acceptable driving record, and having no license suspensions within the past 60 months or felony/misdemeanor driving convictions. Failure to maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may impact the incumbents' continued employment with the Court.

At a minimum, candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of social science (i.e., social work), criminal justice, criminology, psychology, or sociology.

You must upload a copy of your college transcript or degree for consideration. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, degree conferred date, a list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at the time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the basic qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.

Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered. If selected to move forward, you will be required to take an in-person written examiniation to assess your skills, abilties and knowledge of various matters that re related to the job.

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This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all new court employees. All required documents must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.

The Court Social Services Division (CSSD) operates a non-weaponized probation system—staff do not carry weapons. Staff prioritize safety through effective communication, de-escalation strategies, relationship-building, and nonviolent approaches to juvenile supervision. CSSD is committed to protecting the safety of its staff and youth by investing in ongoing training, including Tactical and Communication Techniques (TACT) Level II, which equips staff with advanced skills for managing high-risk situations without the use of force.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

The following documents must be submitted with your application: Resume Completed Vacancy Questionnaire Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or degree) Valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License which is used to determine elgibility of maximum age requirement Three (3) professional references SF-50 (if seeking substitution to determine whether you meet the maximum age requirement)