Eastern District of California

Probation Support Supervisor

Sacramento or Fresno, CA

Closing Date: 4PM on June 23, 2025

Eastern California-Probation Support Supervisor

Application Process:

To apply for this position, qualified candidates are required to submit the following in one pdf document in the following order:

• a cover letter addressed to Chief U.S. Probation Officer Mindy McQuivey, U.S. Probation Office, 501 I Street, Suite 2500, Sacramento, California 95814 stating your preferred duty station, strengths and values you bring to this position, and why you want to be a Probation Support Supervisor.

• a current detailed resume (including training that you have completed and certifications obtained)

• AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised 5/2024)

(download from https://www.caep.uscourts.gov or https://www.uscourts.gov) AO-78

• please email the titled pdf document (Last Name – First Name – 25-08) to caep_hr@caep.uscourts.gov

Northern District of Texas

Chief Probation Officer

Dallas, TX

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Northern Texas-Chief Probation Officer

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants may submit a

detailed resume, letter of application

(must clearly describe the applicant’s

management/leadership style and

experience and address any other

skills and/or training that make the

applicant qualified to perform the

duties of chief probation officer),

salary history and the names and

titles of three professional references

who are personally familiar with the

applicant’s work, along with contact

information for each reference

(telephone number, e-mail address,

and mailing address) email to:

humanresources@txnd.uscourts.gov

Western District of Tennessee

United States Probation Officer Assistant

Memphis, TN

Closing Date: July 4, 2025

Western Tennessee-USPOA

Application Process

• Interested applicants must submit: (1) letter of interest; (2) a current resume; (3) contact information for three professional references; (4) AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Download from http://www.uscourts.gov ); and (5) AO78B. AO78

• Applications should be sent as a single pdf to: tnwpjobs@tnwd.uscourts.gov

• Applicants should include the announcement number (25-04) in the subject line of their email. Candidates will be assessed on their relevant experience; education and training; writing exercise (those selected for an interview may be subject to a writing exercise); and the strength of their interview.

• We will only communicate with those applicants selected for an interview.

Eastern District of Texas

Financial Specialist

Any Division within ED, TX

Closing Date: June 16, 2025

Eastern Texas-Financial Specialist

Procedures for Applying

Provide only the documents requested below in a single PDF file. The file shall be named your last name and the announcement number, i.e., Smith 25-10.

1. Cover letter of no more than two pages with a brief narrative describing why you are a suitable candidate for this position.

2. Resume

3. A complete AO 78 - Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment | . AO-78

4. Five professional references

5. If applicable, a copy of your college transcript(s) with the qualifying degree(s) and date(s) awarded clearly highlighted or circled.

Please submit the above documents in one PDF via email at TXEP-HR@txep.uscourts.gov by COB on June 16, 2025.

Northern District of Illinois

U.S. Pretrial Services Officer

TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY

Chicago, IL

Closing Date: June 10, 2025

Northern Illinois Pretrial Services Officer

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

You may apply by submitting the following as a single PDF document:

• Cover letter describing your qualifications for this position and answering the following questions (Not to exceed two pages):

Please describe your experience of preparing bond reports and working with external stakeholders during the pretrial investigation process.

Please describe your experience making data driven decisions including the use of the Pretrial Risk Assessment (PTRA) instrument as a Pretrial Services Officer.

• Resume (two page maximum)

• Completed AO-78 (found on our website at https://www.uscourts.gov/forms/human-resources-forms/application-judicial-branch-federal-employment). Optional Background Information (questions 19, 20, and 21) on page 5 must be answered. AO-78

• Last two performance appraisals/evaluations from your current and/or previous employer(s). (If unable to provide these, please explain the reason in your cover letter.)

• Copy of transcript(s) for a bachelor’s degree & any advanced degree



Complete applications should be submitted via e-mail to Pretrial_Services_HR@ilnpt.uscourts.gov. All application materials should be sent as a single PDF document. Please include the Position Announcement # and Position Title in the Subject line of the email. Save your document in the following format: Last Name, First Name. Failure to follow directions and/or submit a complete packet may disqualify you from consideration.

Eastern District of California

Probation Support Technician

Bakersfield or Visalia

Closing Date: June 2, 2025, at 4pm

Eastern California-Probation Support Tech

Application Process: To apply for this position, qualified candidates are required to submit the following in one pdf

document in the following order:

• a cover letter addressed to Chief U.S. Probation Officer Mindy McQuivey, U.S. Probation Office, 501 I Street,

Suite 2500, Sacramento, California 95814 with your preferred duty station and the strengths and values you

bring to this position.

• a current detailed resume (including training that you have completed and certifications obtained)

• AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised 5/2024)

(download from https://www.caep.uscourts.gov or https://www.uscourts.gov) AO-78

• please email the titled pdf document (Last Name – First Name – 25-07) to caep_hr@caep.uscourts.gov

Southern District of Texas

U.S. Probation Officer

Laredo, TX

Closing Date: 6/13/2025 11:59 PM Central

Southern Texas-USPO

APPLY

Current USPOs: If you are currently employed by the U.S. Courts as a Probation Officer or Probation Officer Assistant in another district, do not submit an application. Instead, contact the Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer for the Southern District of Texas.

Northern District of Illinois

U.S. Pretrial Officer (TRANSER OPPORTUNITY)

Chicago, IL

Closing Date: 05/22/2025 Priority given to applications received by 5pm on 5/22/25.

Northern Illinois-US Pretrial Officer

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

You may apply by submitting the following as a single PDF document:

• Cover letter describing your qualifications for this position and answering the following questions (Not to exceed two pages):

o Please describe your experience of preparing bond reports and working with external stakeholders during the pretrial investigation process.

o Please describe your experience making data driven decisions including the use of the Pretrial Risk Assessment (PTRA) instrument as a Pretrial Services Officer.

• Resume (two page maximum)

• Completed AO-78 (found on our website at https://www.uscourts.gov/forms/human-resources-forms/application-judicial-branch-federal-employment). Optional Background Information (questions 19, 20, and 21) on page 5 must be answered. AO-78

• Last two performance appraisals/evaluations from your current and/or previous employer(s). (If unable to provide these, please explain the reason in your cover letter.)

• Copy of transcript(s) for a bachelor’s degree & any advanced degree

Complete applications should be submitted via e-mail to Pretrial_Services_HR@ilnpt.uscourts.gov. All application materials should be sent as a single PDF document. Please include the Position Announcement # and Position Title in the Subject line of the email. Save your document in the following format: Last Name, First Name. Failure to follow directions and/or submit a complete packet may disqualify you from consideration.

Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applicants must be a citizen of the United States or eligible to work in the United States. All employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for judicial employees. The incumbent will be subject to local and federal background investigations and may be subject to submit a recent credit report. This position is subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer for payment of net pay. The U.S. Pretrial Services Office reserves the right to interview only those applicants who have demonstrated that they possess these preferred qualifications. Due to the volume of applicants received, the Pretrial Services office will contact only those applicants who will be tested or interviewed.

Eastern District of Texas

United States Probation Officer

Sherman, TX

Closing Date: Open until filled with preference given to applications received by Friday, May 23, 2025

Eastern Texas USPO

PROCEDURES FOR APPLYING:

Consideration will only be given to those who apply by following these instructions: ATTACH ONLY THE DOCUMENTS REQUESTED BELOW IN A SINGLE PDF FILE. Please name the file with your last name and the announcement number for example (Smith 25-09).

1. Cover letter that includes a brief narrative describing your special skills that make you a suitable candidate. Cover letter should be single spaced 12 point.

2. A complete Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment

3. Five professional references with all contact information.

4. Copies of the last three performance appraisals or evaluations.

5. A copy of your college transcript(s) with the qualifying degree(s) and the date(s) awarded clearly highlighted or circled on the document.

To apply, please submit all the above requested documents and/or information via email to TXEP-HR@txep.uscourts.gov. Preference will be given to applications submitted by 5:00 PM on May 23, 2025. Only applicants who will be tested will be contacted by email.

Western District of Tennessee

United States Probation Officer

Memphis, TN

Closing Date: May 16, 2025

Western Tennessee USPO

Application Process

• Interested applicants must submit: (1) letter of interest; (2) a current resume; (3) contact information for three professional references; (4) AO-78 (AO-78), Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Download from http://www.uscourts.gov ); and (5) AO78B.

• Applications should be sent as a single pdf to: tnwpjobs@tnwd.uscourts.gov

• Applicants should include the announcement number (25-03) in the subject line of their email. Candidates will be assessed on their relevant experience; education and training; writing exercise (those selected for an interview may be subject to a writing exercise); and the strength of their interview.

• We will only communicate with those applicants selected for an interview.

Southern District of Texas

Administrative Assistant to Probation Officer

Laredo, TX

Closing Date: May 29, 2025

Southern Texas-Admin Assistant PO

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Eastern District of California

Supervisory Probation Officer

Bakersfield

Closing Date: Open until filled. Preference given to applications received by 5/19/2025

Eastern California-SUSPO

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply for this position, qualified candidates must submit the following in one pdf document in the following order:

• a cover letter addressed to Chief U.S. Probation Officer Mindy McQuivey, 501 I Street, Suite 2500,

Sacramento, CA 95814 with your highlighted qualities, strengths, and values you bring to this position, and

why you want to be a U.S. Probation Officer.

• a detailed resume

• AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment, Revised 5/2024 AO-78

(download from http://www.caep.uscourts.gov or http://www.uscourts.gov)

• please email the titled pdf document (Last Name – First Name – 25-05) to caep_hr@caep.uscourts.gov

Eastern District of Washington

Chief U.S. Probation/Pretrial Services Officer

Spokane, Richland, or Yakima, WA

Closing Date: June 1, 2025

Eastern District of Washington-CUSPO

APPLICATION PROCESS

Qualified applicants must submit their application package as one PDF., to include the following:

•a cover letter of interest and narrative statement that addresses qualifications, relevant experience, management style and leadership philosophy,

•an official college transcript from all colleges where a degree was granted,

•a current resume detailing education, work experience, and contact information for five (5) professional references, and

•a completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment (Form AO 78) Form AO 78 available on the court’s website (www.waed.uscourts.gov)

Complete application packages may be submitted electronically to: hr@waed.uscourts.gov

(Please include your name and Vacancy Announcement 2025-1 in the subject line.)

Complete application packages may be submitted electronically to: hr@waed.uscourts.gov

(Please include your name and Vacancy Announcement 2025-1 in the subject line.)

Eastern District of New York

United States Probation Officer (Presentence Unit)

Brooklyn, NY

Closing Date: June 13, 2025

Eastern NY USPO-Presentence

HOW TO APPLY:

All applicants must submit the following documents, combined as a single PDF file:

• Resume

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position.

• Federal Judiciary Branch Application for Employment – AO78 (which can be obtained on agency’s website at http://www.nyep.uscourts.gov/ under Job Applicants/Internships). AO 78 Form

• College Transcripts (copies will be accepted at the time of application, but official versions will be required if selected for an interview).

Please submit all documents combined as a single PDF file, via email to: NYEP_HUMAN_RESOURCES@NYEP.USCOURTS.GOV subject line: NYEP 25-07 Supervision USPO All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Eastern District of New York

United States Probation Officer (Supervision Unit)

Brooklyn, NY

Closing Date:June 13, 2025

Eastern NY-USPO (Supervision)

HOW TO APPLY:

All applicants must submit the following documents, combined as a single PDF file:

• Resume

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position.

• Federal Judiciary Branch Application for Employment – AO78 (which can be obtained on agency’s website at www.nyep.uscourts.gov under Job Applicants/Internships). AO 78 Form

• College Transcripts (copies will be accepted at the time of application, but official versions will be required if selected for an interview).

Please submit all documents combined as a single PDF file, via email to: NYEP_HUMAN_RESOURCES@NYEP.USCOURTS.GOV subject line: NYEP 25-07 Supervision USPO All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Eastern District of Washington

Chief U.S. Probation/Pretrial Services Officer

Spokane, Richland, or Yakima, WA

Closing Date: June 1, 2025 or until filled

Chief US Probation/Pretrial Services Officer

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Qualified applicants must submit their application package as one PDF., to include the following:

• a cover letter of interest and narrative statement that addresses qualifications, relevant experience, management style and leadership philosophy,

• an official college transcript from all colleges where a degree was granted,

• a current resume detailing education, work experience, and contact information for five (5) professional references, and

• a completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment (Form AO 78) available on the court’s website (www.waed.uscourts.gov) AO 78

Complete application packages may be submitted electronically to: hr@waed.uscourts.gov

(Please include your name and Vacancy Announcement 2025-1 in the subject line.)

Eastern District of California

Frenso, Visalia, or Bakersfield

Supervisory Probation Officer

Closing Date: Open Until Filed

Eastern District of California-SUSPO

APPLICATION PROCESS



To apply for this position, qualified candidates must submit the following in one pdf document in the following order:

• a cover letter addressed to Chief U.S. Probation Officer Mindy McQuivey, 501 I Street, Suite 2500,

Sacramento, CA 95814 stating your preferred duty station and discipline (presentence or post-conviction),

highlighted qualities, strengths, and values you bring to this position, and why you want to be a U.S.

Probation Officer.

• a detailed resume

• AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment, Revised 5/2024

(download from http://www.caep.uscourts.gov or http://www.uscourts.gov/

• please email the titled pdf document (Last Name – First Name – 25-03) to caep_hr@caep.uscourts.gov