U.S. Probation Officer (More than one position may be filled)

Required Education / Experience Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, business or public administration, which provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relation skills involved in the position is required for all probation officer positions. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also have specialized experience or meet superior academic achievement requirements. Qualifying experience for the U.S. Probation Officer at the CL-25 requires one year of specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-23 level and completion of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Qualifying experience for the U.S. Probation Officer at the CL-27 requires two years of specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-25 level or completion of a master’s degree in field of study closely related to the position, or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. Qualifying experience for the U.S. Probation Officer at the CL-28 requires two years of specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-27. Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible experience, gained after completion of a bachelor’s degree, in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance abuse/addiction treatment. Experience as a police officer, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience, is not creditable.
POSITION OVERVIEW The United States Probation Office for the Western District of Arkansas is currently accepting applications for the position of United States Probation Officer. The United States Probation Office for the Western District of Arkansas serves 34 counties located primarily in the western half of the state. Please click “Learn more about this agency” for more information.