Eastern District of California

Special Offender Specialist

Sacramento or Roseville

Closing Date: April 20, 2026

Eastern California Special Offender Specialist

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 Scott Storey, 501 I Street, Suite 2500, Sacramento, CA 95814 addressing why you are qualified to be a Special Offender Specialist.

• a detailed resume

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

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

• please email the titled pdf document (Last Name – First Name – 26-04) to caep_hr@caep.uscourts.gov

Failure to submit the cover letter, resume, and AO-78, in one pdf document will result in immediate disqualification. Incomplete applications will not be considered, retained, or returned. Only one application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.

• Applicants for law enforcement officer positions are required to complete the AO 78, Federal Judicial Branch Application, Revised 5/2024. The application form must be filled out thoroughly to determine eligibility for the position. This includes the Optional Background Information (questions, 19, 20, and 21) on page 5 of the application form.

• The U.S. Probation Office, Eastern Judicial District of California, is headquartered in Sacramento, with offices in Roseville, Redding, Modesto, Fresno (Divisional Office), Visalia, and Bakersfield. Although it is the agency’s practice to try to accommodate individual duty station preferences, all employees of the U.S. Probation Office are subject to transfer to any office in the judicial district, if necessary, to perform the work of the courts. The individual’s duty station is at the discretion of the Chief.

• The U.S. Probation Office is not authorized to reimburse candidates for testing, interviewing, or relocation expenses.

• Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.

• This position is subject to mandatory Electronic Funds Transfer participation for payment of net pay.

• The office reserves the right to amend or withdraw any announcement without written notice to applicants.

• The officer’s performance will be monitored closely during the first year in this position.

• More than one position may be filled from this announcement.

• Due to the volume of applications received, only applicants who are tested and/or interviewed will receive a written response regarding their application status.

• Applications received after 4 PM Pacific Standard Time on April 20, 2026 will not be considered.

• The U.S. Probation Office for the Eastern District of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Eastern District of Texas

Assistant Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer (Type I)

Location: Beaumont, Plano, Tyler, or Sherman, TX

Closing Date: April 24, 2026

Eastern California Special Offender Specialist

PRODECURES 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 26-04. 

1. Cover letter of no more than three pages describing how your experience relates to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this posting, and why you are the most qualified candidate.

2. A detailed resume.

3. An AO-78, Revised 5/2024, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment.

4. Three professional references.

5. Three most recent performance evaluations.

Please submit the above documents in one PDF via email at TXEP-HR@txep.uscourts.gov by COB on April 24, 2026.  Failure to follow instructions and/or provide the required documentation will result in disqualification from consideration. 

Applicants interested in both the 26-04 Assistant Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer and the 26-05 Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer positions need only apply once. Please identify the position(s) you are applying for in your cover letter. 

Eastern District of Texas

Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer (Type II)

Beaumont, Plano, Sherman, or Tyler, TX

Closing Date: April 24, 2026

Eastern Washington-DCUSPO

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 26-05. 

1. Cover letter of no more than three pages describing how your experience relates to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this posting, and why you are the most qualified candidate.

2. A detailed resume.

3. An AO-78, Revised 5/2024, Application for Judicial Branch for Federal Employment

4. Three professional references.

5. Three most recent performance evaluations.

Please submit the above documents in one PDF via email at TXEP-HR@txep.uscourts.gov by COB on April 24, 2026.  Failure to follow instructions and/or provide the required documentation will result in disqualification from consideration. 

Applicants interested in both the 26-04 Assistant Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer and the 26-05 Deputy Chief U.S. Probation Officer positions need only apply once. Please identify the position(s) you are applying for in your cover letter. 

Eastern District of New York

Probation Technician

Brooklyn, NY

Closing Date: Open until filled with preference given to applications received by April 09, 2026 

East NY- Probation Tech-Brooklyn



HOW TO APPLY: 

Applicants must submit a complete application packet to include all the required documents listed below in one PDF document: 

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position (Include vacancy announcement number)

• Resume

• Completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment AO78

Qualified applicants should upload their documents using our HR Employment Application System located at: 

HR Employment Application System

All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Due to the volume of applications received, the United States Probation Department will only communicate with those individuals who will be selected for the writing skills assessment and/or interviewed for open positions.  

Eastern District of New York

U.S. Probation Officer Assistant

Brooklyn, NY

Closing Date: Open until filled with preference given to applications received by April 09, 2026 

East NY-USPO Assistant Brookyln

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit a complete application packet to include all the required documents listed below in one PDF document:  '

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position (Include vacancy announcement number)

• Resume

• Completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment AO78

• College Transcripts

Qualified applicants should upload their documents using our HR Employment Application System located at: 

HR Employment Application System

All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. 

Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Due to the volume of applications received, the United States Probation Department will only communicate with those individuals who will be selected for the writing skills assessment and/or interviewed for open positions.  

The United States Probation Department, Eastern District of New York is not authorized to reimburse candidates for interview or relocation expenses. 

The Department reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the preference date, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice. 

Norther District of Illinois

United States Probation Officer

Norther District of Illinois

Closing Date: 04/10/2026 (or until filled), Priority given to applications received by 5pm on 04/10/2026

Northern IL-USPO

APPLICATION PRECEDURE:

For consideration, qualified applicants must provide the following in a single PDF: 

● Cover letter ● Resume ● Completion of AO78, found on our website at: https://www.uscourts.gov/forms/human-resources- forms/application-judicial-branch-federal-employment) - required to complete the optional background information on the AO-78 ● Copy of transcript(s) for a Bachelor’s degree & any advanced degree ● 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.) ● List in the first paragraph of your cover letter how you found this position vacancy. If a referral, please list the employee’s name● Narrative addressing the below Quality Ranking Factors:

Quality Ranking Factors

Applicants must submit a narrative statement addressing the factors listed below:

1. Describe your qualifications, skills and abilities that are relevant to the field of probation, court services, corrections, counseling or case management.

2. Describe why you would like to become a United States Probation Officer for the Northern District of IL.

Complete applications should be submitted via e-mail to human_r_ilnp@ilnp.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. If you are seeking a transfer opportunity, please include ‘Transfer USPO’ in the subject line and cover letter.  

Eastern District of Michigan

United States Probation Officer (more than one position)

Detroit, MI

Closing Date: April 14, 2026

Eastern Michigan-USPO-Detroit

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit their application and required documents using the link below.

Application Link

Required Documents:

• Cover letter (include vacancy number) detailing your qualified and preferred skills

• Resume

NOTE: Applicants are required to complete the Optional Background Information section on page 5 of the application Form AO-078.  Application materials that do not adhere to this procedure may not be considered. Applicant materials submitted in addition to the required documents will not be considered or retained. Separate applications must be made to individual vacancy announcements. Only candidates selected for the next step of the selection process will be contacted. A writing assessment may be administered. Travel reimbursement in connection with the selection process and/or relocation is not authorized. 

Middle District of Florida

Supervisory United States Probation Officer - Presentence

Orlando, FL

Closing Date: March 31, 2026

Middle Florida-Supervisory USPO-Presentence

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit the following application packet at: 

https://flmp.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0zup1/

A letter of interest that includes: (1) a detailed narrative addressing your personal characteristics, specific qualifications, and relevant experience for the position of Supervisory United States Probation Officer; (2) the knowledge, skills, and abilities you possess that will enable you to perform the duties of the position; (3) relevant examples and outcomes of your work and contributions, including examples that demonstrate teamwork and leadership; and (4) detailed statements regarding your personal management and leadership philosophy. The letter should be no more than four pages, single spaced. 

• A current resume.

• Current salary information and a complete salary history to include the pay grade which affirms the CL requirements for a CL 29 or CL 30 as listed above (not necessary if current MD/FL employee).

• Copies of your last two performance appraisals (not necessary if current MD/FL employee).

District of Oregon

U.S. Probation Officer

Eugene, Medford, Portland, and Salem, OR

Closing Date: April 3, 2026

Oregon U.S. Probation Officer

APPLICATION PROCESS 

All applicants are required to apply through our online system using the following link: Application for Employment - Home. 

To apply, submit the following documents: 

1. AO-78 Federal Branch Application for Employment (generated via the online applicant tracking system). This position requires a 5-year background investigation with 5-year periodic updates;

2. Letter of Interest (Cover Letter);

3. Chronological Resume;

4. List of 3 Professional References, including contact phone number and email address;

5. "Unofficial" University Transcripts; and

6. Recent Performance Evaluation (if unavailable, please note in cover letter).

Save documents as pdf for upload to application system. Incomplete packets will not be considered. Applicant packets must be received by April 3, 2026. 

District of Oregon

Special Offender Specialist U.S. Probation Officer

Portland, OR

Closing Date: March 27, 2026

Oregon Special Offender Specialist U.S. Probation Officer

APPLICATION PROCESS 

All applicants are required to apply through our online system using the following link: Application for Employment - Home.

To apply, submit the following documents: 

1. AO-78 Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (generated via the online applicant tracking system). This position requires a 5-year background investigation with 5-year periodic updates AO-78 Federal Branch Application for Employment;

2. Letter of Interest (Cover Letter), no more than three pages in length, which includes a narrative statement that addressed your qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. Please note, this letter of interest (cover letter) should be completed without the assistance of ChatGPT or other AI programs; and

3. Chronological Resume detailing education, work experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

4. List of 3 Professional References, including contact phone number and email address; and

5. Recent Performance Evaluation (if unavailable, please note in cover letter).

Applicant packets must be received by March 27, 2026. Save documents as pdf for upload to application system. Incomplete packets will not be considered. Relocation expenses are not authorized and will not be reimbursed.

Eastern District of New York

US Probation Officer (Presentence)

Brookyln, NY

Closing Date: June 3, 2026

Eastern New York- USPO-Presentence

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit a complete application packet to include all the required documents listed below in one PDF document:  

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position (Include vacancy announcement number)

• Resume

• Completed Federal Judiciary Branch Application for Employment – AO78 (AO78)

• College Transcripts

Qualified applicants should upload their documents using our HR Employment Application System located at: 

HR Employment Application System

All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. 

Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Eastern District of New York

US Probation Officer (Supervision)

Brooklyn, NY

Closing Date: June 3, 2026

Eastern New York USPO (Supervision)

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit a complete application packet to include all the required documents listed below in one PDF document:  

• Letter of interest, which indicates your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to this position (Include vacancy announcement number)

• Resume

• Completed Federal Judiciary Branch Application for Employment – AO78 (AO78)

• College Transcripts

Qualified applicants should upload their documents using our HR Employment Application System located at: 

HR Employment Application System

All Submissions must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. 

Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Southern District of Mississippi

Pretrial Services Student Intern

Jackson, MS

Closing Date: Open Until Filled - Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement. 

Southern Mississippi Pretrial Student Intern

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit

(1) A Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment Form AO 78 in its entirety (including “Optional Background Information), which can be found at https://www.mssp.uscourts.gov/, 

(2) a resume and,

(3) a cover letter which addresses qualifications, skills, and experience necessary to perform the duties. The documents may be sent via e-mail to mssp_jobs@mssp.uscourts.gov with Vacancy Announcement 25-9 Pretrial Services Student Intern Jackson in the subject line. E-mailed documents must be in PDF. The position is open until filled.

Due to the volume of applications received, only applicants who are interviewed will receive a written response regarding their application status.  

Southern District of Mississippi

Administrative Support I

Jackson, MS

Closing Date: Open Until Filled - Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement. 

Southern Mississippi Administrative Support I

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit:

(1) A Federal Judicial Branch Application for

Employment Form AO 78 in its entirety (including “Optional Background Information) AO 78 Form, which can be

found at https://www.mssp.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities

(2) a resume and

(3) a cover letter which addresses qualifications, skills, and experience necessary to perform the duties. The

documents may be sent via e-mail to mssp_jobs@mssp.uscourts.gov with Vacancy Announcement

25-8 Administrative Support I Jackson in the subject line. E-mailed documents must be in PDF.

The position is open until filled.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for interviews and only those interviewed will receive a response. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses are not reimbursable.

Southern District of Mississippi

United States Probation Officer

Jackson, Hattiesburg, or Gulfport, MS

Closing Date: Open Until Filled - Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement.  

Southern Mississippi United States Probation Officer

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit:

(1) A Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment Form AO 78 Form which can be found at https://www.mssp.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities, 

(2) a resume and,

(3) a cover letter which addresses qualifications, skills, and experience necessary to perform the duties. The documents may be sent via e-mail to mssp_jobs@mssp.uscourts.gov. E-mailed documents must be in PDF format. Please list Vacancy Announcement 25-6 USPO in the subject line. The position is open until filled.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for interviews and only those interviewed will receive a response. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses are not reimbursable.