United States Probation Officer

United States Probation and Pretrial Services for the Northern District of Alabama, headquartered in Birmingham with divisional offices in Anniston, Huntsville, and Tuscaloosa, is seeking applications for a Probation Officer in Post-Conviction in Birmingham. Officers serve in a judiciary law enforcement position, assist in the administration of justice, promote community safety, gather information, supervise offenders/defendants, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, conduct investigations, and present recommendations to the court.

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Have not reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment.
• Pass a medical examination and drug screening.

The starting salary ranges is from $46,000 up to $58,000 (with a career earning potential of up to $114,000) depending on qualifications and experience. Federal benefits include paid vacation/sick leave and 11 holidays annually, periodic salary increases, retirement, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, health, life, dental, and vision insurance and flexible spending accounts.