Probation Administrator

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 persons currently covered by the LEO retirement provisions, this position meets the provisions for continuation of LEO retirement coverage. The incumbent of this position is subject to random drug screening and updated background investigations every five years.***

Duties

This Probation Administrator position is the Department of Program Services (DPS), Probation and Pretrial Services Office (PPSO), Training and Safety Division (TSD) at the Federal Probation and Pretrial Academy (FPPA) in Charleston, SC. The Probation Administrator serves as a team lead in the Training and Skills Branch. The incumbent is responsible for achieving efficient administration of the probation and pretrial services system, including coordinating with PPSO staff in other divisions and in the FPPA to provide technical knowledge and implementation support for various projects. The incumbent reports to the Training and Skills Branch Chief. The ideal candidate has experience in evidence-based practices and adult learning, excellent presentation skills, is highly motivated, and exemplifies strong communication, leadership, technical proficiency, accountability, cooperation, and teamwork. The duties for this position include, but are not limited to: Developing, delivering, and evaluating training curricula for federal probation and pretrial services officers Organizing, scheduling, and supporting training programs, including the Initial Probation and Pretrial Training Program, including developing and conducting training orientations, assigning duties, creating course schedules, working with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers and other agencies, and assisting students and stakeholders. Scheduling, planning, and conducting meetings and providing information on officers' training needs. Serving as a team lead and assisting the Branch Chief on evaluating, coaching, and communicating with team members. Representing the agency to high-level officials on complex operational issues related to probation and pretrial services, including officer training and performance, program management, etc. Assisting with program and academy accreditation through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation Board. Providing management support and operational oversight for federal probation and pretrial services offices nationwide by developing, reviewing, and overseeing operational procedures, documents, and standards, and participating in office reviews.

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 developing, delivering, and evaluating evidence-based training curricula addressing policies, procedures, and practices related to daily duties of officers.

Education

The basic qualifications can be met in one of three ways: Degree in behavioral or social science, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.