Pretrial Bond Specialist

Galveston County Human Resources; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Galveston County Human Resources seeks a Personal Bonds Clerk to administer bond processing and prepare bond documents, interviewing inmates during jail intake to assess finances and eligibility for pre-trial release.

The role also involves reviewing bond amounts, coordinating with pre-trial staff, and ensuring timely release decisions. Based in Galveston, TX, the position requires attention to detail and adherence to guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Requires six months of experience in social work, human resources, customer service, or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigates and prepares bond documents.
• Interviews inmates during jail intake regarding the inmates’ finances.
• Reviews bond amounts set by courts using written guidelines.
• Investigates and interviews arrestees to determine if they qualify for pre-trial release.
• Reviews, tracks, and submits listings of all misdemeanor inmates who qualify for pretrial release but lack the ability to pay required fees.
• Responds to queries regarding release through the pre-trial agency.
• Investigates and prepares bond documents.
• Reviews all bonds posted by other investigators.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Galveston County Human Resources seeks a Personal Bonds Clerk to administer bond processing and prepare bond documents, interviewing inmates during jail intake to assess finances and eligibility for pre-trial release.

The role also involves reviewing bond amounts, coordinating with pre-trial staff, and ensuring timely release decisions. Based in Galveston, TX, the position requires attention to detail and adherence to guidelines.