U.S. Probation Officer

Court Name/Organization Illinois Southern Probation and Pretrial Services Overview of the Position Under the general supervision of the CUSPO, DCUSPO, and Supervisory Probation Officer, the U.S. Probation Officer (USPO) conducts investigations and supervises people placed on probation, parole, and supervised release. Duties also may include conducting pretrial investigations to obtain background information and preparing reports for the court with recommendations on if a defendant should be detained or released on bond pending a disposition of the charge. The USPO gathers comprehensive factual information, which is verified through collateral resources, and provides written and/or verbal assistance to the court regarding pretrial procedures in a clear, logical, and concise format. Location East St. Louis, IL Opening and Closing Dates 08/21/2026 - 10/16/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade CL 25-29 Salary Not specified Link to Court Careers Information https://www.ilsp.uscourts.gov Announcement Number 2026-05ILSP Link to Job Announcement