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U.S. Pretrial Services Officer

Department: Judicial Branch

Location(s): San Diego, California

Salary Range: $58175.0 - $93076.0 Per Year

Job Summary: The Pretrial Services office in SDCA is accepting applications for the position of U.S. Pretrial Services Officer (PSO). More than one position may be filled from this announcement. PSO's are considered law enforcement/ hazardous duty (LEO/ hazardous duty) and are therefore covered by the LEO/hazardous duty retirement system.

Major Duties:

• The U.S. Pretrial Services Officer serves the Judiciary law Enforcement position and assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety, gather information, supervise defendants, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, conduct investigations, and present recommendations to the court. Officers may guide the work of pretrial services officer assistants and other staff. Representative duties include but are not limited to: Gathering and verifying background information concerning persons charged with a federal criminal offense when they are arrested or summoned to the court. Performing drug testing and substance abuse assessments; evaluating information and preparing a report to the judge prior to the initial hearing with an assessment of flight risk and danger to the community. Ensuring that the defendant take the required drug tests; supervision intervention conducted with the defendant to modify behavior to reduce potential revocation. Supervising those defendants that are released when required: making regular telephone contacts, home visits, and community contacts as required conditions of release and supervision plan. Assisting those needing medical help, food, shelter, and other assistance by referring them to the appropriate community or governmental agencies; coordinating and monitoring the defendant's contact with community resources. Notifying the court and the U.S. Attorney of any violation; preparing petitions and/or reports to the court recommending revocation or modification of conditions of release. Attending court hearings; testifying when necessary to support violation reports; developing a supervision plan and maintaining a detailed record of case activity. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: LEVEL/ REQUIRED EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE CL-25 One- year specialized experience or completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University and one of the following superior academic achievement requirements: An Overall " B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of possible 4.0. Standing in the upper third of the class; " 3.5" average or better in the major field of study, such as a business or public administration, human resources managements, industrial relations, or psychology. Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies other than Freshman Honor Societies; or Completion of one academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) of graduate work in a field of study closely relation to the position. For placement at a salary level above minimum up to and including step 25, more than one year of specialized experience. CL- 27 Two years specialized experience or completion of a master's degree in a field of study closely relation to the position, or a Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree. CL-28 Two years of specialized experience for placement at salary levels above minimum up to and including step 25, more than one-year specialized experience. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Specialized work experience must have included progressively responsible experience gained after completion of a bachelor's degree, in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment. Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience, is not creditable.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit in a single PDF File to [email protected] containing the following: Cover Letter; Resume; Two professional references; Copy of recent performance evaluation; and Application for Federal Judicial Branch Employment (AO78). Due to the volume of applications received only those selected will be notified.

Application Deadline: 2026-02-27