United States Probation Office
Northern District of Illinois
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We are pleased that you are exploring employment opportunities with the United States Probation Office for the Northern District of Illinois, an equal opportunity employer. We seek talented and motivated individuals with a commitment to service who can help advance our mission. The Probation Office for the Northern District of Illinois serves 35 U.S. District Judges and 14 Magistrate Judges, covering 18 counties in northern Illinois. Our office consists of over 100 employees. The Eastern Division in Chicago is the main office. We also have a Western Divisional office located in Rockford, and a satellite office in Lisle. Please review current job postings for openings, and follow the application procedures listed in the vacancy announcement.

Current Job Opportunities

Probation Services Technician

United States Probation Officer

Resources

AO-78 Employment Form

A Look into the Federal Probation and Pretrial Academy

Your Employee Rights and How to Report Wrongful Conduct

Benefits

  • 13 - 26 paid vacation days per year, dependent upon the length of federal service
  • 13 paid sick days per year
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees
  • Optional Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Optional Life Insurance and Long Term Care Options
  • Flexible Spending Program for health care, dependent care and commuter/parking costs
  • Federal Employees Retirement System
  • Thrift Savings Plan (401(k) equivalent) – with employer matching up to 5%%
  • Eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Professional Liability Insurance Reimbursement Program
  • Transit Subsidy Program - budget permitting
  • Child Care Facility
  • Employee Assistance Program and Work/Life Services
  • On-site Health Unit
  • On-site Employee Fitness Center