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South Dakota District Court

U.S. Probation Officer

Pay: $51,419–$116,394/yr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Aberdeen, SD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/15/2026

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What they do

A Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist supervises criminal offenders who have been placed on probation as part of a court sentence. Meets with offenders and families, monitors activities, and checks to see that the terms of the probation are being followed. Arranges social services for the offender such as drug rehab or job training; writes reports and recommendations to the court.

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Job Description

Job Details for U.S. Probation Officer Court Name/Organization South Dakota District Court Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota is seeking a full-time Probation & Pretrial Services Officer in Aberdeen, SD. U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers play an integral role in the administration of justice, community safety, conduct objective investigations, supervise defendants and persons under supervision, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, maintain a detailed written record of case activity, and present recommendations to the court. Officers investigate and prepare bail and presentence reports for the court and/or supervise defendants and persons under supervision to reduce risk to the community and foster lawful self-management. •Open to considering candidates who live in Aberdeen/Sisseton/Milbank/ Watertown or surrounding area. However, this position will be supervised out of the Aberdeen office, so occasional travel will be required. Location Aberdeen, SD Opening and Closing Dates 08/07/2026 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade

CL 25-28

Salary $51,419 - $116,394 Announcement Number 09-26 The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.