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

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Office of the Courts in Lexington, KY is seeking a Pretrial Services Specialist - SHIFT. The role involves interviewing defendants, assessing risk, and making pretrial release recommendations with supervision. You will monitor defendants, prepare reports, and coordinate with courts and community resources.

Requires an Associates Degree and 2+ years in criminal justice, with FBI/NCIC clearance within 60 days. Travel statewide and weekend/rotating shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required or equivalent.
• At least two years' experience in criminal justice, judicial or legal systems.
• Must pass FBI clearance and NCIC certification within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial interview within 24 hours of jail booking and gather arresting documents.
• Review case history and risk scores to determine pretrial release eligibility.
• Recommend pretrial release with supervision or diversion to trial courts.
• Supervise defendants on monitored release and ensure court-ordered program adherence.
• Submit detailed reports and maintain state statistics for pretrial defendants.
• Enter data into the PRIM system and travel statewide for meetings and trainings.

Skills

Criminal justice experience

Driver's license

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

Location

150 N Limestone
Lexington, KY 40507 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 also promote 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 4, Fayette County. 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.

• Conduct initial interview of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking, to include receiving arresting documents, 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 with supervision 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 include investigating issues and working with different stakeholders to obtain necessary information and data.
• Facilitate relationships with community stakeholders: Establish and/or maintain relationships with treatment centers, testing agencies and community resources necessary for supervision programs.
• Attend court and communicate with judges during pretrial misdemeanor diversion and deferred prosecutions.
• Prepare affidavits of indigency for the courts.
• Enter data into the Pretrial Release Management (PRIM) System.
• Travel to counties regularly to conduct and attend meetings, trainings, summits and workshops.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Associates Degree

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least two (2) years' 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 be able to work in the jail or detention center of the county or counties in which assigned. Must have a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Occasionally required to work remotelyto 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 meet with incarcerated and pretrial release individuals. Occasionally required to drive to/from locations statewide. Occasionally exposed to loud noises when meetingwith inmates in a jail. Occasionally requires exposure to defendants who may become violent or threatening. Occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds to move file, records, and copy paper boxes. Due to the natureof the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D