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

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in Somerset, KY is hiring a Pretrial Services Specialist - SHIFT. The role reviews arrested individuals to determine pretrial release eligibility, conducts interviews, performs background checks, and makes release recommendations or consults with judges as needed.

You will track cases through the court process, supervise individuals on monitored release, and prepare written reports.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working with or within criminal justice, judicial or legal systems.
• Ability to conduct defendant interviews and complete background checks.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain case data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial interview of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking.
• Review defendant’s case history and risk assessment scores to determine eligibility for pretrial release.
• Pretrial Administrative Release and to make recommendations to trial courts for pretrial release with supervision and diversion.
• Supervise defendants on Monitored Release through check-ins 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.
• Facilitate relationships with community stakeholders: establish and maintain relationships with treatment centers, testing agencies and community resources.
• 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.

Skills

Criminal justice experience

Interviews & background checks

Court coordination

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

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

Advertisement Closes: 11/11/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade: 10

Salary: $41,967.84 - $54,691.04 Annually

Employment Type: Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK

Location: 50 Public Square, Somerset, KY 42501 USA

Hiring Agency: Judicial | Court of Justice

Description

The Kentucky Judicial Branch offers exciting career opportunities with the Administrative Office of the Courts in 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, health insurance and a retirement plan. Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we're committed to fair 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. This position is in Region 3, Pulaski County.

This position will be assigned to a second, third, weekend, or rotating shift. The Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT reviews all arrested individuals to determine eligibility for pretrial release. This includes reviewing charges, conducting interviews, performing background checks, and making pre-arraignment release recommendations or consulting with a judge when necessary. This position also tracks cases through the court process 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 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 on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be able to pass FBI clearance and obtain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification within the first 60 days of employment, and every year thereafter. 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 remotely 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, meet with incarcerated and pretrial release individuals. Occasionally required to drive to and from locations statewide. Occasionally exposed to loud noises when meeting with 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 nature of 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