US Probation and Pretrial Services Officer

Conduct investigations and prepare reports with recommendations, which require interviewing individuals and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources. An integral part of this process is interpretation and application of policies and procedures, statutes, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and may include U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Guides, and relevant case law. Enforce court-ordered supervision components and implement supervision strategies. Maintain personal contact with individuals under supervision. Investigate employment, sources of income, living accommodations, and associates to assess risk and compliance. Address substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and similar problems and implement the necessary treatment or violation proceedings, through assessment, monitoring, interventions, and counseling. Schedule and conduct drug use detection tests and DNA collection of individuals under supervision following established procedures and