Ramsey County Jail Screening Specialist 3rd Shift

The Difference Principle Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Difference Principle Inc. is seeking a Ramsey County Jail Screening Specialist for the 3rd shift (9pm-7am) to interview and assess inmates at the Ramsey County Adult Detention Center. You will prepare objective reports for Court, Prosecution, and Defense, including risk levels and release recommendations.

Role requires strong communication, organization, and ability to work with diverse populations. Fluency in additional languages is preferred; quasi-criminal justice experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or related human services field.
• Pre-employment background check by Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
• Valid Minnesota or Wisconsin driver's license and automobile with insurance.
• Certified Pretrial Services Professional certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and assessments of inmates.
• Provide detailed and objective reports to Court, Prosecution, and Defense.
• Identify release conditions and assist with diversion considerations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Professional communication

Organized / detail-oriented

Diversity awareness

Spanish / Somali / Hmong (preferred)

Criminal justice experience (preferred

Education

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

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Ramsey County Jail Screening Specialist 3rd Shift

The 3rd Shift Jail Screening Specialist (9pm-7am) is responsible for conducting interviews and assessments of inmates in the Ramsey County Adult Detention Center. The Jail Screening Specialist provides a detailed and objective report to the Court, Prosecution, and Defense. This includes the defendant’s assessed risk level and recommendations related to release conditions. The Jail Screening Specialist may assist in the process of releasing individuals from custody to pretrial supervision and in providing a more in-depth assessment to identify individuals who may be eligible for a Diversion agreement. Staff will also assist with Release Preparation and will be granted Delegated Release Authority.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate professionally and accurately, both orally and written
• Organized, attentive to detail, ability to multi-task, work independently
• Ability to work well with individuals from diverse economic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Fluency in Spanish/Somali/Hmong (spoken and written) is preferred
• Experience working with criminal justice involved clients preferred

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field
• Pre-employment background check conducted by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
• Valid Minnesota or Wisconsin driver’s license and automobile with insurance required
• Obtain Certified Pretrial Services Professional certification within six months of employment
• Ascribe to and champion The Difference Principles

JusticePoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer