U.S. Probation Officer

United States Courts; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern Probation and Pretrial Services seeks a dedicated U.S. Probation Officer to conduct investigations, gather information, and prepare reports with recommendations for the court.

The role involves supervising offenders and coordinating with collateral agencies to promote public safety. The incumbent may guide the work of other staff and provide critical support in presenting accurate, timely information to the court as part of the administration of justice.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigations and gather information to inform judicial decisions.
• Prepare and present reports and recommendations to the court.
• Supervise offenders and monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions.
• Coordinate with collateral agencies and provide guidance to staff when applicable.

Job description

Court Name/Organization Texas Southern Probation and Pretrial Services

Overview of the Position

By statute, probation officers are appointed by the district court. Officers assist in the administration of justice, promote community safety by gathering information, supervising offenders, interacting with collateral agencies, preparing reports, conducting investigations, and presenting recommendations to the court. Officers may guide the work of other staff. The incumbent conducts investigations, provides recommendations to the court, and supervises offenders.The duties specified herein are intended to provide generalized examples of the major duties and responsibilities that are performed by a U.S. Probation Officer within any unit and do not reflect all duties performed by positions covered by this classification.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.