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THE LIFE OF A PROBATION OFFICER

BY: CHANDRIUS MILLER. THE LIFE OF A PROBATION OFFICER. BACKGROUND INFO. ON WHAT PROBATION OFFICERS DO.

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THE LIFE OF A PROBATION OFFICER

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  1. BY: CHANDRIUS MILLER THE LIFE OF A PROBATION OFFICER

  2. BACKGROUND INFO. ON WHAT PROBATION OFFICERS DO • Conducts investigations, prepares reports for the court and makes recommendations concerning the release or sentencing of individuals who have been charged with or convicted of federal crimes. • these reports may require interviewing defendants and their families • The purpose of these activities is to obtain information about the defendant’s background & assess the probability of future criminal behavior

  3. BACKGROUND INFO. ON WHAT PROBATION OFFICERS DO continued…… • Analyzes any objections and determines appropriate course of action. • Presents bail or presentence reports and makes release or sentencing recommendations to the court. • Testifies in court as to the basis for factual findings and guideline applications. • Serves as resource to the court to facilitate proper release decision or imposition of sentence. • Supervises defendants to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and provide correctional treatment. • Investigates employment, sources of income, lifestyle and associates to assess risk and compliance. • Detects evidence of substance abuse and takes appropriate action, which may include implementing necessary treatment or initiating revocation proceedings.

  4. BACKGROUND INFO. ON WHAT PROBATION OFFICERS DO continued…… • Initiates contacts and seeks information from organizations and persons such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and attorneys concerning defendants’ behavior and conditions of supervision. • Testifies at court or parole hearings. • Conducts preliminary interviews and other investigations as required. • Maintains a detailed written record of case activity.

  5. Salary possibilities Years of Minimum Experience Annual Salary • 0 years - $ 30,839 • 1 year - $ 33,196 • 2 years - $ 36,928 • 3 years - $ 41,273 • 4-9 years - $ 42,618 • 10-14 years - $ 46,879 • 15-19 years - $ 51,568 • 20 + years - $ 56,723

  6. Qualification standards • Completion of a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study, such as: criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business/public administration, • This provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the work of the position, is required for all probation officer positions. Three years specialized experience is preferred. • Specialized Experience: 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.

  7. Requirements needed to obtain position • Knowledge and understanding of both normal and abnormal behavior, unquestioned integrity,& maturity of judgment • Knowledge of the Federal Criminal Code and sentencing procedures • The ability to conduct through investigations and make sound evaluations and recommendations • Knowledge of all available community resources and the understanding • and skill necessary to use them • Successful candidates will have the desire and ability to work harmoniously with others in a total quality team-based organization, and the desire/willingness to collaborate with offenders, community partners and others to reduce recidivism.

  8. Job benefits • Some of the tangible benefits of working as a probation officer include: • paid time off (vacation and sick leave) • medical, dental and vision insurance • life insurance • subsidized childcare and education • retirement and 401K benefits • Generally, the amount of time off depends upon the length of time the probation officer has worked for a specific department. • Probation officers can retire after 20 years of service…RETIREMENT $$$

  9. Works cited • http://www.in.gov/judiciary/probation/files/salary-schedule-2014.pdf • http://www.kywp.uscourts.gov/USPO_BG_2014_02.pdf • http://www.ehow.com/list_6513307_probation-officer-benefits.html

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