Delinquency Prevention Technician (Mid-day shift) Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. SS-2025-0001 Department District of Columbia Courts
Salary $50,326.00 to $65,425.00 Grade 06 to 06
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 11/27/2024 Close Date 12/11/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

The Delinquency Prevention Technician position is located in the Delinquency Prevention Unit of the Family Court, Court Social Services Division. The incumbent shall be assigned to the Delinquency Prevention Unit, housed within the Intake and Delinquency Prevention Branch.

The Delinquency Prevention Technician is an essential position that is required to work late hours, holidays, weekends, and when there are weather-related closures. 



This job is open to

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.

Duties

This position is not under the Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System. The tour of duty will start mid-day.   

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.

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 mid-day.

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

  1. Resume
  2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
  3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree)
  4. List of three (3) professional references
  5. Valid Driver's License/Copy of driving record

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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED certificate and at least two (2) years of experience working with youth; or two (2) years of experience in case management or general office experience, preferably in a court, human services agency, social services agency or other relevant settings.  This position additionally requires the possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator's permit.

You will need to submit a copy of your Motor Vehicle Operator's Permit or driving record before being selected.   

The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.


Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required.  If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted.

Education

To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking.

Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment.  You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.  

Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Additional information

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service.

Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all new court employees.

All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements.  Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.

Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered.


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Required Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
  3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or diploma)
  4. List of three (3) professional references
  5. 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

C. Adams
Address
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
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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.


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