Pretrial Services Supervision Officer

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cleveland is seeking a Pretrial Services Supervision Officer to manage pretrial release cases, focusing on high-risk individuals and those diverted from standard processing.

You will review release conditions, coordinate with the Court and Sheriff's Office, and provide guidance to defendants. Strong communication, confidentiality, and case-management skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive pretrial information.
• Collaborate effectively with co-workers, judges, Sheriff’s Office staff, and Clerk’s Office staff.
• Learn and utilize Pretrial Services computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Reviews conditions of release/diversion with clients granted release or diversion.
• Manages individual caseload and monitors all reporting requirements.
• Determines level of risk; reviews all assigned cases.
• Provides community services referral information to clients and makes appropriate referrals.
• Reports to Court non-compliance of condition of release or diversion.
• Takes appropriate action for defendants who fail to appear.
• Prepares, distributes, and presents information to the Court involving specialized cases.
• Conducts investigations, including interviews, and documents thorough information.
• Provides guidance and counseling to alleviate problems which can lead to failure to appear.
• Prepares and presents bail reports with release eligibility recommendations to the court; participates in arraignment hearings.
• Verifies defendants’ bond status and updates the Sheriff’s Office and Clerk of Courts Office.
• Helps coordinate overall pre-arraignment activities for the assigned shift.

Skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Communication

Computer systems

Judgment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or related field

Pretrial experience preferred

LEADS certification

Tools

LEADS system

Job description

Pretrial Services Supervision Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pretrial Supervision Officer conducts case management of pretrial non-financial release with the major emphasis placed upon high-risk cases and/or those persons diverted from traditional case processing. Cases are reviewed to ensure that the individual is complying with release requirements and that they are aware of future court dates. Duties include working cooperatively with the team and other agencies to support and advance the mission of Pretrial Services.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Reviews conditions of release/diversion with clients granted release or diversion.
2. Manages individual caseload and maintains and monitors all conditions and reporting requirements.
3. Determines level of risk; reviews all assigned cases.
4. Provides community services referral information to clients; makes appropriate referrals.
5. Reports to Court non-compliance of condition of release or diversion.
6. Takes appropriate action for defendants who fail to appear.
7. Prepares, distributes, and presents information to the Court involved specialized cases.
8. Conduct investigations, including interviews, and document thorough and accurate information.
9. Provides individuals with guidance and counseling to alleviate problems which can lead to failure to appear.
10. Prepares and presents completed bail report with release eligibility recommendation to the court. Participates in court arraignment hearings.
11. Verifies defendants’ current bond status and provides current bond status updates to the Sherriff’s Office and Clerk of Courts Office.
12. Helps to coordinate overall pre-arraignment activities for the assigned shift.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties to be performed. Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive pretrial information.
• Ability to participate in a teamwork atmosphere.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, defendants, judges, Sheriff’s Office staff, and Clerk’s Office staff.
• Ability to learn and utilize various computer systems utilized by Pretrial Services
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, copier, calculator, and fax machine.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy.
• Good problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field. One-year pretrial experience preferred. Must be willing and able to become LEADS certified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may involve controlled exposure to intoxicated, belligerent, or potentially violent offenders in court or a community agency environment. May be required to work in a jail setting which has a high noise level.

COURT EXPECTATIONS of EMPLOYEE

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Qualified applicants may be required to submit to testing and provide writing samples. Proof of education and employment references will be required before final interview. Employment predicated upon successful completion of criminal record check and drug testing required. You'll be considered a probationary employee for your first 180 days of employment.

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.