Probation Administrator (Treatment Services)
Department: Judicial Branch
Location(s): Salt Lake City, Utah, Seattle, Washington, Phoenix, Arizona, Los Angeles, California, San Francisco, California, Denver, Colorado, Washington, District of Columbia, Miami, Florida, Atlanta, Georgia, Chicago, Illinois, Indianapolis, Indiana, New Orleans, Louisiana, Boston, Massachusetts, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kansas City, Missouri, Albuquerque, New Mexico, New York, New York, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Portland, Oregon, Austin, Texas
Salary Range: $89508 - $167773 Per Year
Job Summary: This position is designated as a secondary law enforcement position for the purposes of retirement coverage under the law enforcement officer (LEO) retirement provisions. For individuals currently covered by the LEO retirement provisions, this position meets the provisions for continuation of LEO retirement coverage. Non-LEOs are eligible to apply for this position. The incumbent of this position is subject to random drug screening and updated background investigations every five years.
Major Duties:
- The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts seeks a skilled and self-motivated Probation Administrator to join its team to lead the National Treatment Services Program. The Probation Administrator (Treatment Services) position is located within the Department of Program Services, Probation and Pretrial Services Office (PPSO), Program Services Branch (PSB) of the Program Oversight and Support Division. This position reports to the PSB Chief. As a member of the PPSO team, the probation administrator provides national guidance and support to the system, and program services generally. This position is primarily responsible for national oversight and support of the National Treatment Services Program. Specialized duties include, but are not limited to: Providing administrative oversight, assessment, and development of national policies and procedures for the Substance Use and Mental Health Procedures Manual and the Level II Contracting Officer Certification Program Treatment Services Special Delegation. Developing and overseeing implementation of national initiatives, policies, procedures, and outcome measures of treatment services to ensure consistency and consideration of evidence-informed practices. Conducting research, tracking and evaluating program data, and monitoring trends to identify program success, opportunities for improvement, vision casting, and strategic planning of treatment services. Serving as the authority/subject matter expert on treatment services, and probation and pretrial services policies and procedures, to include serving on policy-making working groups, facilitating focus groups, and as a point of contact for probation and pretrial services personnel. Coordinating and delivering training, support, and outreach aimed to enhance national and district specific implementation of national policies, procedures, and best practices for treatment services. Discovering and strengthening working alliances with collaborative stakeholders in identifying, developing, and implementing systemic improvements aimed at improving treatability and effectiveness in the delivery of substance use and mental health interventions for criminal justice involved individuals. Leading development and implementation of innovative, technology-driven initiatives, to expand access to and delivery of treatment services. Providing daily oversight of assigned temporary duty staff (TDY); communicating directly with division and branch chiefs regarding TDY performance and activities. Serving as a Contracting Officer Representative for the national computer monitoring contract and other assigned contracts. Generalized duties include, but are not limited to: Providing staff support for the Judicial Conference Committee on Criminal Law to implement the provision of legislation affecting the federal probation and pretrial services system. Reviewing the work of probation and pretrial services offices to include national oversight activities and the evaluation of high-profile cases. Managing and resolving operational problems, responding to inquiries, and providing technical and administrative guidance. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to identify problems, analyze information to determine accuracy and relevance, and draw accurate conclusions. Using research, technology, and software applications to support operational efficiency, organizational workflows, and communication. Participating in training to further professional knowledge, skills, and competencies. Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, to include drafting memos and emails, and preparing presentations to provide regular updates on assigned activities and initiatives.
Qualifications: Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience is demonstrated experience in each of the following: Providing administrative oversight, assessment, and implementation of national policies and procedures for the Substance Use and Mental Health Procedures Manual and the Level II Contracting Officer Certification Program Treatment Services Special Delegation. Serving as an authority/subject matter expert in the assessment and implementation of national or district-wide initiatives, policies, procedures, and outcome measures for treatment services to ensure consistency and consideration of evidence-informed practices. Conducting research, tracking and evaluating program data, and monitoring trends to identify program success, opportunities for improvement, vision casting, and strategic planning for treatment services.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.The complete application package must be submitted by 05/28/2026 to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12942838
Application Deadline: 2026-05-28