Pretrial Services Specialist -SHIFT -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Kentucky Court; Kentucky; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT in Region 3, Adair County (location varies). This full-time role reviews arrestees for pretrial release, conducts interviews, performs background checks, and monitors supervised individuals.

Data is entered into the PRIM system and periodic travel to counties is required. We offer state government benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, health insurance and a retirement

Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of experience working with or within criminal justice, judicial and/or legal systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial interview of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking and collect arresting documents.
• Review case history and risk assessment scores for eligibility and release decisions.
• Supervise defendants on monitored release and ensure compliance with court orders.
• Enter data in the Pretrial Release Management (PRIM) System.
• Travel to counties as required and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed written reports for court and supervising entities.

Skills

Criminal justice exp

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

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Pretrial Services Specialist -SHIFT -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Pay Grade

10

Salary

$41,090.02 - $54,691.04 Annually

Employment Type

JUDICAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Judicial | Court of Justice

Location

Location Varies, USA

Description

The Kentucky Judicial Branch offers exciting career opportunities with the Administrative Office of the Courtsin Frankfort and the state courts that operate in all 120 counties.

We provide the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, healthinsurance and a retirement plan. Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we're committed tofair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. We alsopromote a healthy work and life balance.

The Department of Pretrial Services has an immediate need for a Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT. Thisposition is in Region 3, Adair County, location varies.

This position will be assigned to a second, third, weekend, or rotating shift. The Pretrial ServicesSpecialist-SHIFT reviews all arrested individuals to determine eligibility for pretrial release. This includesreviewing charges, conducting interviews, performing background checks, and making pre-arraignment releaserecommendations or consulting with a judge when necessary. This position also tracks cases through the courtprocess and monitors individuals placed under supervision.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS CLASSIFICATION

• Conduct initial interview of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking, to include receiving arrestingdocuments, performing defendant interviews, and contacting judges for bond information.
• Review defendant’s case history and risk assessment scores to determine the defendant’s eligibility for
• Pretrial Administrative Release and to make recommendations to trial courts for pretrial release withsupervision and diversion.
• Supervise defendants on Monitored Release through check-in’s and being present for drug testing.
• Monitor adherence to court-ordered programs and community provider requirements.
• Submit detailed written reports to the appropriate entities.
• Complete quality assurance reports to maintain state statistics for Pretrial defendants. To includeinvestigating issues and working with different stakeholders to obtain necessary information and data.
• Facilitate relationships with community stakeholders: Establish and/or maintain relationships withtreatment centers, testing agencies and community resources necessary for supervision programs.
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• Enter data into the Pretrial Release Management (PRIM) System.
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• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Associates Degree

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least two (2) experience working with or within criminal justice,judicial and/or legal systems

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional relevant work experience may be substituted for the degree ona year-for- year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be able to pass FBI clearance and obtainNational Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification within the first 60 days of employment, and every yearthereafter. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Occasionally required to work remote to intake and meet with individuals in detention centers and/or jails. Occasionally required to work weekends, holidays and alternate shifts to attend court and or…...

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Melana Gross at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D