Pretrial Services Officer - Lubbock
1 day ago
Job description
DutiesUnder the supervision of the Director/Assistant Director of Court Administration, this position provides a full range of pretrial bond services including conducting interviews, performing assessments, and appropriate levels of pretrial release supervision
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Proactively conducts evidence-based assessments and timely interviews individuals incarcerated who will be considered for pretrial release
Prepares pretrial release reports for the judge's consideration for an individual's release, as well as recommendations for conditions of release
Accurately and timely prepares paperwork required for the individual's release and supervision
Conducts and documents all initial interviews, additional assessments, and office and field visits necessary for an individual's pretrial supervision.
Communicates reminders for an individual's court appearance, testing, and any necessary referrals
Informs the court and District Attorney of any violations of conditions of bond
Maintains up to date data and recordkeeping of the individual's status throughout the duration of their pretrial supervision
Utilizes skip-tracing techniques to locate individuals needing to report to appointments or court hearings
Performs duties with a high level of professionalism, cooperation, and responsiveness with county staff, outside agencies, and the public.
Responds to inquiries, maintains confidentiality, and provides testimony in court proceedings as required
Remains well-informed of state and national best and evidence-based pretrial practices
Adheres to Lubbock County Detention Center, Lubbock County, and departmental policies, as well as ethical and professional standards of the judiciary
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's degree or equivalent job-related experience required.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Possess a valid Texas driver's license and liability automobile insurance pursuant to Texas motor vehicle laws. If transferring from out of state, candidates will have 90 days to obtain a valid Texas driver's license.The position may require work outside of normal business hours (8-5pm), and for work to be performed on weekends; however, weekly work hours will not exceed 40 hours unless approved by the Director.
The job is located at the Lubbock County Detention Center; therefore, candidates must be comfortable working in a detention center environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,
AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Administrative procedures and etiquette; Operating a personal computer and basic office equipment with high proficiency; Microsoft Office Suite, specific proficiency using MS Word and MS Excel, as well as and Adobe products is preferred; Basic accounting terminology and functions
Skilled in:
Maintaining a professional attitude as a representative of the courts; Managing multiple and time sensitive projects simultaneously; Communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact, diplomacy and professionalism
Ability to:
Balance a cash drawer and perform basic mathematical functions; Pass a criminal background check; Maintain the integrity of confidential information; Work independently in the absence of specific instructions or with limited supervision; Adjust to rapidly fluctuating situations; Work under pressure; Interpret and apply policies and procedures; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff, co-workers, county employees, department heads, elected/appointed officials, outside organizations, attorneys, and the general public.
Physical And Environmental Requirements
Physical requirements include the ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 20lbs; visual acuity, speaking and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching and handling for short or long periods of time in order to perform the essential functions.
Work may be performed in an office building in shared or limited space with moderate noise levels.Work may also be performed at a detention center in various locations with noise varying from moderate to high levels, along with potential exposure to hostile individuals or infectious diseases.
Individuals may also perform field work exposing themselves to varying environmental conditions and individuals.DISCLAIMER:
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements.
The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that 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.Equal Employment and
Affirmative Action Employer:
Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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