CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATION - CJC COURT LIAISON

EP ENERGY; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay - 16 holidays per year

Vacation accruals per policy

Sick leave - 15 days per year

Life/health benefits per plan

Job summary

El Paso County is seeking a Court Liaison to support court processes, supervise pretrial conditions and ensure compliance with release terms. The role requires handling interviews, screening defendants and coordinating with the court and deputies.

Responsibilities include regular court appearances, preparing release documents, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to team-based operations with a focus on public safety and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with six months of Criminal Justice experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Six months of customer service and good interviewing skills.
• Must have or obtain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support public safety and jail pretrial operations.
• Appear in court and present to judges about defendant supervision.
• Screen, interview and verify information from defendants for release and prepare bond forms.

Skills

Customer service

Interviewing

Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please note that this position is subject to a 24/7 work schedule*

Minimum Qualifications

Please note that this position is subject to a 24/7 work schedule*

Acceptable Experience And Education

High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus six (6 months) of Criminal Justice experience, with six (6) months of customer service and good interviewing skills.

Or any other equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates And Licenses Required

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

In order to access the County’s network and systems, a personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date.

Typical Duties

Essential Duties

• Supports the department’s mission of enhancing public safety, court appearance and the efficient and effective use of the jail pretrial;
• Appears regularly in court and presents to judges regarding defendant supervision performance, PR bonds, or other court-related matters;
• Identifies, screens, interviews and verifies information provided by defendants and processes defendants for release; prepares bond release forms for approval by the courts;
• Maintains a high level of honesty, integrity and ethics both on and off duty, complying with all county and department policies; remains arrest-free and complies with local, state and federal laws or ordinances;
• Maintains a positive team atmosphere and works well with others; participates in team building exercises and nurtures positive relationships with colleagues and coworkers;
• Attends and participates in meetings, trainings, orientations and information sessions;
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field;
• Substitutes, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations;
• Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrates commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
• Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Other Important Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels to and from court, and other collateral travel with little or no notice, as assigned.
• Works irregular hours, including weekends.
• As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

As Assigned

• Conducts Pre-release interviews and screens individuals in need of pre-trial supervision or who qualify for a personal recognizance bond or who require conditions added to their surety bond(s);
• Reviews daily jail population report to determine inmates who may qualify for release on personal bond;
• Contacts defendants of court dates by phone, in person or by other electronic means; documents and tracks relevant data;

Job Summary

The CJC Court Liaison provides support services to insure compliance with conditions of their release.

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: court processes and procedures, legal terminology; the principles and practices of effective customer service; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products.

Skill/Ability to: learn the organization, procedures and operating details of the County department to which assigned; prepare and maintain appropriate records and general reports; verify and cross check files and data; understand and carry out both oral and written directions; must maintain appropriate courtroom demeanor; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work; time management; operate personal computer using standard office operating software and general office equipment; maintain filing systems; Pass a Criminal Background Check; Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred;

• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
• Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
• Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
• Maintain strict confidentiality;
• Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
• Maintain and enhance the County’s commitment to customer service excellence

Organizational Relationships

Reports to: Criminal Justice Coordination Supervisor

Directs: This is a non-supervisory position

Other: Has frequent contact with individuals who are criminally accused but who have not yet gone to trial, local, state and federal agencies social agencies, law enforcement agencies, general public, criminal courts and their staff and other county employees.

Benefits

HOLIDAYS

16 holidays per year as recognized.

VACATION

Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.

• 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
• 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
• 20 days (15 years of service or over)

SICK LEAVE

Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.

MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES

• Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
• Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.

Medical Health Benefits

Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates

Effective January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Medical

Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)

No Discounts

• EE Only $5.34
• EE & Spouse $145.30
• EE & Children $101.93
• EE & Family $200.09

6% Wellness Discount

• EE Only - $5.02
• EE & Spouse - $136.58
• EE & Children - $95.81
• EE & Family - $188.09

Core Plan

No Discounts

• EE Only - $35.70
• EE & Spouse - $226.41
• EE & Children - $174.96
• EE & Family - $322.25

6% Wellness Discount

• EE Only - $33.56
• EE & Spouse - $212.83
• EE & Children - $164.46
• EE & Family - $302.92

RETIREMENT

Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.

Deferred Compensation

Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.

LIFE INSURANCE

Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY

The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.

RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.

SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM

The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT

Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)

Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.