Federal Probation Officer — Shape Court Outcomes

United States Courts; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Courts in the Springfield division invites applications for the position of U.S. Probation Officer in the Western District of Missouri.

The role supports judicial officers by gathering background information, preparing risk assessments, and supervising individuals under court supervision. The incumbent will conduct investigations, prepare presentence reports, interpret sentencing guidelines, and may testify in court.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, business, or public administration.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and verifies background information concerning persons charged with a federal criminal offense upon arrest, or concerning persons considered for the pretrial diversion program.
• Evaluates information and prepares a report to the judicial officer prior to a person's initial court appearance with an assessment of the risk of nonappearance and danger to the community, and a recommendation for release or detention according to the Bail Reform Act of 1984 as amended.
• Prepares a report for the U. S. Attorneys Office on persons considered for the pretrial diversion program and supervises persons accepted into the program by monitoring their conditions.
• Conducts investigations and prepares presentence reports for the U.S. District Court with recommendations for sentencing offenders convicted of federal offenses, interviewing defendants and families, investigating the offense, prior record, and financial status, and contacting law enforcement, attorneys, victims, schools, churches, and civic organizations.
• Interprets and applies U.S. Sentencing Commission Guidelines and relevant case law.
• Presents presentence report and sentencing recommendations to the court; testifies in court as to the basis for factual findings and guidelines applications.
• Supervises defendants and offenders to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and provide correctional treatment.
• Maintains contact with defendants and offenders through office and community visits and by telephone; investigates employment, income sources, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and compliance; refers offenders to outside agencies for treatment, employment, etc.
• Detects and investigates violations and implements appropriate sanctions; maintains a detailed written record of case activity.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

United States Courts in the Springfield division invites applications for the position of U.S. Probation Officer in the Western District of Missouri.

The role supports judicial officers by gathering background information, preparing risk assessments, and supervising individuals under court supervision. The incumbent will conduct investigations, prepare presentence reports, interpret sentencing guidelines, and may testify in court.