Job Details for U.S. Probation Officer
| Court Name/Organization | Illinois Southern Probation and Pretrial Services |
| Overview of the Position | Under the general supervision of the CUSPO, DCUSPO, and Supervisory Probation Officer, the U.S. Probation Officer (USPO) conducts investigations and supervises people placed on probation, parole, and supervised release. Duties also may include conducting pretrial investigations to obtain background information and preparing reports for the court with recommendations on if a defendant should be detained or released on bond pending a disposition of the charge. The USPO gathers comprehensive factual information, which is verified through collateral resources, and provides written and/or verbal assistance to the court regarding pretrial procedures in a clear, logical, and concise format. |
| Location | East St. Louis, IL |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 08/21/2026 - 10/16/2026 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 25-29 |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.ilsp.uscourts.gov |
| Announcement Number | 2026-05ILSP |
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The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.