Deputy Chief, Federal Pretrial Services

United States Courts; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Courts in Philadelphia seeks a Deputy Chief Pretrial Services Officer (Type II) to manage daily operations, supervise staff, and support strategic planning. This full-time role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with federal partners.

The incumbent will mentor staff, implement policies, analyze data, and ensure compliance with pretrial regulations while advancing office efficiency and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Seven years of specialized experience in investigation, supervision, and guidance of defendants in pretrial programs.
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or graduate study can substitute for experience per the substitutions clause.
• Experience with policy development, budgeting, and leading teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in organizing and managing daily operations to ensure expeditious handling of investigations.
• Assist in strategic planning to define goals and objectives with measurable timelines.
• Supervise staff on travel, leave, and scheduling of work hours.
• Assist the Chief with budget decisions, policy development, and program initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to applicable statutes, regulations, and guidelines in pretrial matters.
• Review reports and analyze data to identify problems and develop solutions; modify policies as needed.
• Foster teamwork and mentor staff; promote office culture and staff morale.
• Coordinate with other offices on budget, procurement, space, and human resources.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Policy development

Budget oversight

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD or advanced social sciences

Master's degree preferred

Tools

DSS application

PACTS system

DATS/Bills processing

Job description

United States Courts in Philadelphia seeks a Deputy Chief Pretrial Services Officer (Type II) to manage daily operations, supervise staff, and support strategic planning. This full-time role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with federal partners.

The incumbent will mentor staff, implement policies, analyze data, and ensure compliance with pretrial regulations while advancing office efficiency and teamwork.