Senior United States Probation Officer
Current• Supervises offenders conditionally released to the community on probation, supervised release, parole, mandatory release, and military parole to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and to provide correctional treatment.• Maintains personal contact with offenders through office and community visits and by telephone. Investigates employment, sources of income, lifestyle and associates to assess risk and compliance. Responsible for detection of substance abuse and implements the necessary treatment or violation proceedings. Refers offenders to appropriate outside agencies such as medical and drug treatment facilities, employment and training.• Initiates contacts with, replies to and seeks information from organizations and persons such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Bureau of Prisons, and attorneys concerning offenders' behavior and conditions of supervision. Detects and investigates violations and implements appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Reports violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepares reports, which may include application of U.S. sentencing Commission revocation guidelines. Makes recommendations for disposition. Testifies at court or parole hearings.• Conducts preliminary interviews and other investigations as required.• Maintains a detailed written record of case activity. Is responsible for such case records as are required by the Court, the Administra¬tive Office of the United States Courts, and the Chief Probation Officer.
