Probation Services Technician

Job Details for Probation Services Technician Court Name/Organization Kentucky Western Probation and Pretrial Services Overview of the Position The U.S. Probation Office, U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky is accepting applications for the position of Probation and Pretrial Services Technician. This position is in Louisville, Kentucky. 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. This position reports directly to the assigned Supervising U.S. Probation Officer. Under the direction of a U.S. Probation Officer, this position assists with the investigation and supervision of persons charged with and convicted of committing federal crimes by providing technical and administrative support for the U.S. Probation Officers in a wide range of areas, including conducting investigations, compiling criminal histories, collecting documentation and reports, coordinating with collateral agencies, and performing other similar duties as assigned. This position makes recommendations and some decisions regarding the investigation and supervision of a select lower-risk caseload of offenders. Location Louisville, KY Opening and Closing Dates 03/23/2026 - 04/13/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade CL 24 Salary $44,701 - $72,654 Announcement Number

KYWP 2026-04

Position Description The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Technician performs a full range of duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to the following: Conducts case file reviews and advises officers and officer assistants of matters needing their attention and prepares applicable forms, documents, and reports Assists U.S. Probation Officers in conducting investigations which includes preparations of prior records and personal family data Assists U.S. Probation Officers in compiling, analyzing, researching, and evaluating information gathered during investigations for presentence reports, supervision files, and court documents Contacts clients and their families by telephone or other electronic correspondence under the direction of U.S. Probation Officers/Officer Assistants Investigates employment/sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to help assess risk and compliance factors Under the guidance of a probation officer or a supervisory probation officer, assist administratively with the supervision of a low-risk caseload by monitoring for non-compliant behavior of persons under supervision who are not required to make monthly personal contact with the probation office and completing case paperwork as required. These duties may include, but are not limited to, answering individuals under supervision's questions, tracking individuals under supervision's monthly report and investigating noted changes, transmitting letters to individuals under supervision, maintaining chronological entries in PACTS, conducting financial and criminal records checks, maintaining case files, work associated with the opening and closing of cases, processing travel requests, monitoring payment of criminal financial penalties and conducting financial investigations as needed, and communicating non-compliance issues to a probation officer or supervisory probation officer. Administer the district's inactive caseload. Activities can include, but are not limited to, processing collateral law enforcement requests, conducting and reviewing records checks, conducting and/or initiating investigations, and work associated with the opening and closing of cases. Conduct periodic record checks on caseloads, including both active and inactive supervision as well as deportation cases. Opens, closes, prepares, and updates case information and perform data entry functions. Assist with urinalysis testing and processing including maintaining chain of custody of urinalysis materials. Maintains paper and computerized record of test results and informs officers of test results. Maintains and mails or transports tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation. Operates various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems, and enters documentation into databases Participates in ongoing training and development programs Assists with general office coverage duties, including but not limited to, front desk coverage, processing mail, scanning documents, and routing documents to staff and outside agencies as needed Performs other related duties as required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in such fields as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, business, or public administration Skill in sorting, organizing, and filing documents. Ability to follow detailed instructions and upload numerous documents to appropriate electronic repositories. Ability to apply the court's policies, procedures, practices, and guidelines related to office administration. Ability to learn court operations and relevant legal terminology. Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with individuals and groups to provide information. Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with a wide variety of people. Skill in using standard office equipment (copiers, printers, fax machines, etc.). Skill in use of personal computer and data entry. General Experience Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the knowledge and skills needed to perform the position's duties. Education above the high school level may be substituted for required general experience based on one academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) equals one year of general experience.

Specialized Experience :

Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. Experience as a police officer, custodial, or security officer is not creditable.

Preferred :

Currently performing similar duties in a legal, human services, and/or community correction setting. Similar roles may include case manager, case worker, client services specialist, foster care specialist, child protective services case worker and social worker. Miscellaneous The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Technician performs a full range of duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to the following: Conducts case file reviews and advises officers and officer assistants of matters needing their attention and prepares applicable forms, documents, and reports Assists U.S. Probation Officers in conducting investigations which includes preparations of prior records and personal family data Assists U.S. Probation Officers in compiling, analyzing, researching, and evaluating information gathered during investigations for presentence reports, supervision files, and court documents Contacts clients and their families by telephone or other electronic correspondence under the direction of U.S. Probation Officers/Officer Assistants Investigates employment/sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to help assess risk and compliance factors Under the guidance of a probation officer or a supervisory probation officer, assist administratively with the supervision of a low-risk caseload by monitoring for non-compliant behavior of persons under supervision who are not required to make monthly personal contact with the probation office and completing case paperwork as required. These duties may include, but are not limited to, answering individuals under supervision's questions, tracking individuals under supervision's monthly report and investigating noted changes, transmitting letters to individuals under supervision, maintaining chronological entries in PACTS, conducting financial and criminal records checks, maintaining case files, work associated with the opening and closing of cases, processing travel requests, monitoring payment of criminal financial penalties and conducting financial investigations as needed, and communicating non-compliance issues to a probation officer or supervisory probation officer. Administer the district's inactive caseload. Activities can include, but are not limited to, processing collateral law enforcement requests, conducting and reviewing records checks, conducting and/or initiating investigations, and work associated with the opening and closing of cases. Conduct periodic record checks on caseloads, including both active and inactive supervision as well as deportation cases. Opens, closes, prepares, and updates case information and perform data entry functions. Assist with urinalysis testing and processing including maintaining chain of custody of urinalysis materials. Maintains paper and computerized record of test results and informs officers of test results. Maintains and mails or transports tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation. Operates various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems, and enters documentation into databases Participates in ongoing training and development programs Assists with general office coverage duties, including but not limited to, front desk coverage, processing mail, scanning documents, and routing documents to staff and outside agencies as needed Performs other related duties as required Application Info Applicants must submit a single PDF document including federal employment application, cover letter, and resume to employment@kywp.uscourts.gov .

Subject:

Probation and Pretrial Services Technician #26-04 Completed AO78 - Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (which can be found at www.kywp.uscourts.gov ) Application materials that do not adhere to this procedure may not be considered. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Travel reimbursement in connection with the selection process and/or relocation is not authorized. The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.