Duties

This position is not under the Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System. The tour of duty will start at midnight.

Brief Description of Duties:

• Supports efforts to reduce delinquency and recidivism through collaboration with local schools, community groups/associations, law enforcement agencies and other collaborating organizations.
• Represents the Court Social Services Division (CSSD) at public safety and other community meetings addressing public safety by ensuring issues and concerns raised at such forums and meetings are communicated to the Office of the Director through the chain of command and also ensuring information regarding efforts and activities of the CSSD are expressed at such forums and meetings.
• Installs and removes electronic monitoring equipment primarily at the central office, and also in the various offices operated by the CSSD, the Youth Services Center (YSC), and also in the homes of court supervised juvenile offenders.
• Provides community outreach to improve Court relationships with the community stakeholders.
• Provides electronic monitoring oversight across all CSSD satellite offices and in community settings.
• Provides troubleshooting support, monitors equipment malfunctions and makes technical adjustments to GPS electronic devices, as needed.
• Monitors compliance (manual and electronic) and reports all violations to the designated Probation Officer of record via electronic and mobile communication with all notifications documented in the CSSD case management system.
• Transport youth to their home when parent/guardian is unable to do so, to and from community-based respite facilities, and court ordered destinations consistent with the operating guidelines.
• Maintain inventory levels, recover equipment in the community and surrounding jurisdictions and order and return equipment as needed.
• Provides reports to the Director, Managers and stakeholder agencies with authorization regarding the analysis of movement for youth enrolled in electronic monitoring.
• Provides and assists in the delivery of program orientation for Probation Officers, youth, parents/guardians and external stakeholders as directed.

The DC Courts have employed many measures to keep employees and court users as safe as possible, including mandatory face coverings, enhanced air circulation, and intensified cleaning services. We encouraged employees to get vaccinated for their safety and the safety of their family, friends, colleagues, and others with whom they have contact. Vaccinations, being readily available, provide the best protection from infection with COVID-19, and the requirement of vaccinations is consistent with maintaining a safe and secure workplace. Therefore, effective immediately and throughout the remainder of the COVID-19 emergency period, all DC Courts employees, interns, volunteers, and on-site contractors, who have received a vaccination as required by the COVID-19 vaccination protocols, must provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources on the first day of employment. You may seek an exemption from providing a proof of vaccination on the grounds of a specific medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief. All employees who have not received the required number of vaccination doses, regardless of the reason or whether the employee has sought or been granted an exemption, will be required to submit a negative COVID-19 test result on a weekly basis in order to report to work in person or remotely.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• A background and security investigation is required.
• A probationary period of one (1) year.
• Fingerprinting and Child Registry Check.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's Permit.
• This position is not under law enforcement.
• The tour of duty starts at midnight.

To qualify for this position, you must submit the following:

All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

  This is not a federal position.
  
  The District of Columbia Courts is an independent branch of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts' appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance and Workers Compensation.
  
  Please click on the following for more information about these benefits:
  
  http://www.opm.gov/Insure/health/enrollment/new_employees.asp
  
  The DC Courts leave policy is as follows:
  
  Annual Leave: New full-time employees earn four (4) hours of annual leave biweekly. After three years of service this increases to six (6)hours biweekly, and at 15 years it increases to eight(8)hours biweekly. Most military, federal and District of Columbia government service counts toward the time required to go into the next higher annual leave category. Employees can carry over no more than 240 hours of annual leave into the next leave year.
  
  Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption related purposes. Full-time employees earn four(4)hours of sick leave biweekly. This leave can be accrued without limit.

  In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month. There are 26 pay periods in the year.

  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  • Resume

  • Completed Vacancy Questionnaire

  • Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or diploma)

  • List of three (3) professional references

  • Valid Driver's License/Copy of driving record

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

  Agency contact information

  G. Brandon

  Phone

  202-879-8159

  Email

  Jobs@dcsc.gov

  Address

  District of Columbia Courts
  Moultrie Building
  500 Indiana Avenue, NW
  Washington, District of Columbia 20001
  United States

  Next steps

  Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.