Job Details for U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officer

The U.S. Probation Office, U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky is accepting applications for the position of U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officer. The office location for this position will be determined at time of interview based on district needs. The U.S. Probation Office provides coverage for 53 counties in Western Kentucky. There are four offices in the Western District of Kentucky (Louisville, Bowling Green, Owensboro, and Paducah, Kentucky). The vacancy is contingent upon budget availability.

By statute, probation and pretrial services officers serve in a judiciary law enforcement position and assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety, gather information, supervise persons under supervision, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, conduct investigations, and present recommendations to the court. Officers may guide the work of probation/pretrial services officer assistants and other staff. Officers perform duties that involve pretrial services and probation case work.