United States Probation Officer

United States Probation Officers perform a full range of duties and responsibilities including but not limited to, the following: Representative post-conviction supervision duties: Supervises individuals to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and to provide correctional treatment as necessary. Develops and implements supervision plans. Contacts persons under supervision through office and community visits and by telephone. Investigates employment/sources of income, lifestyle and associates, which will help to assess risk and compliance factors. Responsible for detection of substance abuse and implementing the necessary treatment or violation proceedings when appropriate. Communicates with other relevant stakeholders concerning the behavior of persons under supervision and their conditions of supervision. Detects and investigates violations and implements appropriate alternatives and sanctions; reports violations to the appropriate authorities. Prepar