Probation Administrator at Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts – Charleston, South Carolina

About the opportunity

This Probation Administrator position is located in the Department of Program Services, Probation and Pretrial Services Office, Training and Safety Division at the Federal Probation and Pretrial Academy in Charleston, SC. Serving 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. Duties include developing, delivering, and evaluating evidence-based training curricula, organizing and scheduling training programs such as the Initial Probation and Pretrial Training Program, conducting meetings, coaching team members, representing the agency to high-level officials, and assisting with academy accreditation. The position is designated as a secondary law enforcement position for retirement coverage purposes under law enforcement officer (LEO) retirement provisions.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $89,508 to $167,773 per annum
• Coverage under law enforcement officer (LEO) retirement provisions
• Comprehensive federal benefits package

Who can apply?

• Must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience directly related to the line of work, specifically developing, delivering, and evaluating evidence-based training curricula addressing policies, procedures, and practices related to daily duties of officers
• Basic qualifications met via a degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines, a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in the field, or four years of appropriate experience demonstrating knowledge equivalent to a major in the field
• Must be a U.S. citizen or provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. if non-citizens are considered when no qualified U.S. citizens are available

Required documents

• Resume in any written format describing job-related qualifications, including country of citizenship
• Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) for applicants outside of the Administrative Office to verify current or former Federal employment status
• Veterans Preference documentation such as DD Form 214, SF-15, and an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs or a branch of the Armed Forces, if applicable

When to apply

• Application opening date: October 21, 2026
• Application closing date: November 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

How to apply

• Access the job announcement on USAJOBS and review the required documentation and occupational questionnaire
• Log into or create a USAJOBS account and complete the online application
• Upload the required documents, including your resume and SF-50 if applicable
• Submit the complete application package by the November 11, 2026 deadline

Additional information

• The position is subject to random drug screening and updated background investigations every five years
• Selection is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment, and passing an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database check, public trust suitability check, and E-Verify employment verification
• New employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit and serve a trial period