Pre-Trial Services

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CHIEF PROBATION AND PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER: United States District Court, District of South Dakota. Sioux Falls, SD. Summary: The Chief is responsible for the overall management of the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office in the District of South Dakota. The position currently supervises a staff of 61 employees, including probation officers and clerical staff. The Chief, in conjunction with the Clerk of the District Court (the Clerk) oversees the shared services staff, which consists of information technology, human resources, and financial and other administrative services. Duties: Organizes the probation/pretrial services office to ensure the expeditious and competent handling of investigative work for the courts, institutions, and parole authorities and the effective supervision of persons placed on pretrial release, probation, parole, and supervised release. Maintains communication with the chief judge and other judges; makes specific recommendations regarding court-related criminal justice issues with particular emphasis on matters relating to sound bond release decisions, sentencing, and supervision practices. Ensures that bond reports, presentence reports, and other reports going to the judges are thorough, accurate, and timely. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets statutory, Judicial Conference, and Parole Commission requirements for the administration of pretrial, probation, and parole services; promulgates policies, procedures, and guidelines necessary to meet these requirements. In cooperation with the court, promulgates policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet the unique needs of the court. Selects and recommends candidates for appointment as probation officers to the court and appoints all non-officer staff; provides specific recommendations to the court in all other personnel matters, including promotions, salary increases, disciplinary actions, and dismissals; determines that all staff are carefully selected and adequately trained; makes certain the work of all subordinates is systematically evaluated. Makes estimates of staff, space allocation, and operating allowance needs; prepares an annual budget; approves requisitions; certifies vouchers for payment; and maintains appropriate fiscal controls in all matters pertaining to travel expenses and purchases of services, equipment, and supplies. Maintains a system of communication, enabling awareness of pertinent information at all levels; delegates decision-making authority to appropriate levels; provides qualitative and quantitative measures for work performance; and ensures accountability with minimal interference to service delivery. Establishes and maintains a collaborative working relationship with the Clerk in a shared services environment. The Chief works with the Clerk to ensure that high quality administrative services are provided to the District and its employees. Services include information technology, human resources, budget, finance, procurement, and space and facilities. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with other probation and pretrial services offices to ensure all requests for assistance from other districts are met promptly and competently. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with all components of the criminal justice system to include federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement, correctional, and community and social service agencies. Monitors community events and issues with special attention to alleviating hazardous office and field incidents. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with the Administrative Office of the United States Courts. Promotes and maintains conditions that encourage staff loyalty, enthusiasm, and morale. Qualifications: A person must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and possess at least three years of specialized experience, one of which must have been at the next lower grade level or its equivalent. A master’s degree or advanced degree is preferable. Salary: $96,690 - $165,300 (2011).

PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER I: Second Judicial District Court. Washoe County, NV. Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in pre-trial activities including investigations and case management; provides information and recommendations regarding defendants to judges and other Court personnel; supervises and monitors defendants released from custody to ensure compliance with Own Recognizance (O.R.) release conditions, Court dates, and other related Court orders. Duties: Interviews incarcerated defendants; receives and evaluates written requests from the defendant concerning their options; evaluates eligibility for Public Defender and/or O.R. release; establishes and assigns conditions of O.R. release. Conducts investigations including collecting, compiling, verifying, and evaluating information regarding defendants; recommends O.R. release conditions or imposes Court ordered conditions. Performs preliminary breath tests (PBTs) to determine violation of Court ordered release conditions; notifies the Courts of defendants who fail to comply with release conditions and, in some cases, recommends revocation of the O.R. release. Serves as a resource and information source regarding various Court policies, procedures, objectives, and operational functions in the assigned area; responds to inquiries in person and by telephone; provides information utilizing judgment, knowledge, and interpretation; resolves complaints; refers callers to appropriate source as necessary. Performs office support duties as assigned including answering the telephone and receiving, preparing, and processing a variety of documents, forms, records, and reports including O.R. release documents and supervision records. May provide oral and written translation services for individuals who do not speak English or who have difficulty understanding English; interprets statements made by judges, attorneys, and Court personnel requiring knowledge of legal and technical terminology; explains Court proceedings, programs, and services to defendants, family members, and interested parties; interprets statements made by defendants or other parties possessing limited language skills; assists individuals with completing legal forms and documents. Qualifications: Two years of experience involving public contact including law enforcement, social work, or related experience. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework preferred in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or related field. Knowledge of personal computers and software, Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat office products is desired. Salary: $17,09/hr (2011).

PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER ASSISTANT: Pretrial Services Agency, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Flint, MI. Summary: Pretrial Services Officer assistants serve in a judiciary law enforcement position, under the direction and guidance of a supervisor, provide technical support and assistance to pretrial officers in a wide range of areas, including assisting with compiling information for investigations; assisting with and supervising defendants; preparing and drafting reports and correspondence; and similar duties. Duties: Under the guidance and direction of an officer, supervise selected caseloads defendants, which may include placing telephone calls, making home/office contacts, and community/field contacts, as well as maintaining files and case records. Conduct investigations and prepare pretrial status reports, collaterals, and violation reports; which may include placing telephone calls, making home/office contacts, and community/field contacts, as well as maintaining files and case records. Observe and report to supervisors on the lifestyle, personal problems, and needs of defendants. Assist pretrial officers in the performance of investigations, including: compiling criminal histories/profiles, running record checks through local and national databases and files, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, and similar activities. Visit or contact various local, state, and national law enforcement and regulatory agencies to collect and record information. Provide officers with verifiable and supportable documentation to assist in completion of pretrial reports. Assist in the development of community resources to meet the special needs of defendants. Collect urinalysis specimens of defendants, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Inform officers regarding test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Maintain inventory of supplies. Enter data and information into the office’s computerized database system. Testify, as necessary, before the court. Participate in on-going training programs and have a working knowledge in outcome driven evidence based practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: As associates degree in a related field and at least one year of specialized experience as defined below, equivalent to work at the CL-24 level. Salary: $42,960 - $53,294 (2011).

U.S. PRETRIALS SERVICES OFFICER: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: The employee conducts investigations, provides bail recommendations to the Court, conducts pretrial diversion investigations, interacts with contract agencies, prepares reports, supervises defendants, and performs duties that involve pretrial services cases. Duties: Conduct investigations and prepare reports for the Court with recommendations, which require interviewing defendants and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources. An integral part of this process is the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, statutes, and include Monographs, and relevant case law. Track developments in the law, and update staff and the Court. Enforce court-ordered supervision components and implement supervision strategies. Maintain personal contact with defendants through office and community contacts and by telephone. Investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and compliance. Address substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, sex offenses, and similar problems and implement the necessary treatment or violation proceedings, through assessment, monitoring, and counseling. Schedule and conduct drug use detection tests, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Respond to judicial officer's request for information and advice. Testify in court as to the basis for factual findings and (if warranted) guideline applications. Serve as a resource to the Court. Maintain detailed written records of case activity. Investigate and analyze financial documents and activities and take appropriate action. Responsible for enforcement of location monitoring conditions ordered by the Court. Assess defendants' level of risk and develop a blend of controlling and correcting risk management strategies. Participation in on-going training and education opportunities to further develop and/or enhance techniques and skills relating to defendants investigation and supervision practices. Communicate with other organizations and persons (such as the Bureau of Prisons, law enforcement, treatment agencies, and attorneys) concerning defendants' behavior and conditions of supervision. Identify and investigate violations and implement appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Report violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepare written reports of violation matters, and make recommendations for disposition. Testify at court hearings. Guide the work of staff providing administrative and technical assistance to officers. Guide, advise, train, and make recommendations to other officers, the Court, and other individuals regarding their designated area of specialty. Perform investigative and supervision responsibilities for defendants with specialized situations or needs. May supervise defendants in witness protection programs. May assist and perform as back-up to Senior Pretrial Service Officers. Perform administrative duties regarding area of specialty. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field of social service or a field appropriate to the subject matter of the position with at least one year of specialized experience to compete for entry at grade CL 25; or with at least two years specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL 25 level, to compete for entry at grade CL 27; or with at least two years specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL 27 level, to compete for entry at grade CL 28. Salary: $42,960 - $59,814 (2011)

DIRECTOR OF PRETRIAL RELEASE SERVICES: San Jose, CA. Summary: The Director PreTrial Release Services is responsible for the planning, directing, and administering the various county‐wide PreTrial Release activities including both PreTrial Release and Supervised PreTrial Release. Qualifications: Education and experience equivalent to a BA in Admin of Justice, Behavioral Science, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field and a minimum of 4 years administrative level experience which includes experience in a supervisory capacity. Salary: $116,740 - $149,770 (2010).

DIRECTOR, PRE-TRIAL RELEASE SERVICES: County of Santa Clara, Office of Pre Trial Services. San Jose, CA. Summary: The Director of Pre-Trial Release Services is an Executive Management position which, under the direction of the Deputy County Executive, directs and administers the Pre-Trial Release activities for the County of Santa Clara. Duties: Management responsibilities include planning, directing and administering the various county-wide Pre-Trial Release activities including both Pre-Trial Release and supervised Pre-Trial Release; Directing the activities of subordinate staff in the interviewing, fact finding and decision making involved in the supervised or unsupervised pre-trial release of accused criminals on their own recognizance; Coordinating the program's activities with local criminal justice agencies as well as state and federal agencies and confers weekly with the assigned duty judge on program policy, procedures and changes; Evaluating the efficiency of program procedures and develops and initiates changes as required; Modifying and adopting practices and procedures to conform with program priorities; Assume responsibility for the development and maintenance of all department reports and records; Prepare budget requests and authorizes expenditures; Select, train and evaluate performance of subordinate professional staff; Attend conferences and meetings relative to Pre-Trial Release activities; Is available to work on an on-call, 24-hour basis and performs related work as required. Qualifications: A qualified candidate would normally possess a bachelor's degree in Administration of Justice, Behavioral Science, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field and four (4) years administrative level experience which includes a supervisory capacity. Salary: $116,740 - $149,770 (2010).

PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER II: Second Judicial District. Washoe County, NV. Summary: Grant funded position in the Pretrial Services Officer class series. Under general supervision performs a variety of duties in support of District Court; to provide information and recommendations regarding defendants to the courts, specializing in a Veterans Court caseload. Duties: Coordinates the referral process for the Veterans Court, including eligibility determination; background reports to the sentencing Judge; and communication with all referral sources, including specialized outreach to limited and general jurisdiction court personnel. Interviews incarcerated defendants; evaluates eligibility for an Own Recognizance (O/R) release; conducts investigations including collecting, compiling, verifying, and evaluating information regarding defendants by interacting with law enforcement personnel, veterans services agencies, mental health agencies, employment agencies, employers, family members, and friends regarding the defendant. Performs background checks; determines when program placement is appropriate; establishes and assigns conditions for pre/post trial release. Coordinates case management for assigned defendants including the development of individualized treatment plans, develops and maintains case files and caseload statistics; maintains contact with defendants to ensure compliance with release conditions, court dates, and other related court orders; locates defendants who fail to appear; prepares reports for judges; coordinates discharge planning for defendants who successfully complete the program. Administers drug and alcohol tests using court protocol. Specialized caseload of Veterans Court defendants requires participation in Multi-Disciplinary Team, interacting with federal, state, and county agencies, and intensive offender compliance casework, and assisting in the development of Policies and Procedures. Performs office support duties as assigned including answering the telephone and receiving, preparing, and processing a variety of documents, forms, records, and reports including O.R. release documents and supervision records. Qualifications: At least two years of experience in the legal, law enforcement, social work, mental health fields etc. involving extensive public contact and equivalent to a Bachelors Degree from an accredited university with major course work in criminal justice, social work, or a related field. Salary: $38,396 - $59,550 (2010).

PRETRIAL SERVICES SUPPORT SPECIALIST II: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: The employee provides specialized technical and administrative support to pretrial services officers in a wide range of areas, including assisting with conducting investigations, compiling criminal histories, statistical data entry, case file monitoring, archiving, and intake responsibilities. Duties: Perform receptionist duties by greeting visitors/clients in person and on the telephone, answering routine questions, and directing visitors/callers to the appropriate person or department. Prepare reports, form letters, notices, and other correspondence using templates and forms. Assist with preparing correspondence and documents, including typing, keyboarding, formatting, and generating documents. Perform data entry functions. Receive, prioritize, and route all incoming materials from within the court to appropriate individuals in the office. Receive, screen, and route incoming and outgoing mail to appropriate persons or offices; process mail requiring special handling; and, provide outside messenger service. Maintain, update, and track paper and electronic files; make copies and deliver documents to staff. Assist records and reproduction staff with scanning, copying, filing, stamping, and locating files and documents. Schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and maintain officer calendars. Report matters regarding the office’s physical needs (such as heating, cooling, lighting, and cleaning). Assist pretrial services officers in compiling criminal histories/profiles, running record checks through local and national databases and files, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, collecting verifiable and supportable documentation, and performing similar activities. Enter data and information into the office’s computerized database system. Maintain and mail or transport tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation. Maintain inventory of supplies. Contact various local, state, and national law enforcement and regulatory agencies to collect and record information to assist with investigations and case file maintenance. Obtain related records regarding offenders/defendants, following established practices and protocols. Prepare and update case files and reports investigation and supervision, at the direction of an officer and in accordance with established policies and practices. Format, type, and edits reports prepared by officers. Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience at the CL 23 level that included clerical or office experience that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. For placement above the minimum, at least one year of specialized experience as defined below is required. Salary: $18,673-$23,152 (2010).

PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER I: Second Judicial District Court. Washoe County, NV. Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in pre-trial activities including investigations and case management; provides information and recommendations regarding defendants to judges and other Court personnel; supervises and monitors defendants released from custody to ensure compliance with Own Recognizance (O.R.) release conditions, Court dates, and other related Court orders. Duties: Interviews incarcerated defendants; receives and evaluates written requests from the defendant concerning their options; evaluates eligibility for Public Defender and/or O.R. release; establishes and assigns conditions of O.R. release. Conducts investigations including collecting, compiling, verifying, and evaluating information regarding defendants; recommends O.R. release conditions or imposes Court ordered conditions. Performs preliminary breath tests (PBTs) to determine violation of Court ordered release conditions; notifies the Courts of defendants who fail to comply with release conditions and, in some cases, recommends revocation of the O.R. release. Serves as a resource and information source regarding various Court policies, procedures, objectives, and operational functions in the assigned area; responds to inquiries in person and by telephone; provides information utilizing judgment, knowledge, and interpretation; resolves complaints; refers callers to appropriate source as necessary. Performs office support duties as assigned including answering the telephone and receiving, preparing, and processing a variety of documents, forms, records, and reports including O.R. release documents and supervision records. May provide oral and written translation services for individuals who do not speak English or who have difficulty understanding English; interprets statements made by judges, attorneys, and Court personnel requiring knowledge of legal and technical terminology; explains Court proceedings, programs, and services to defendants, family members, and interested parties; interprets statements made by defendants or other parties possessing limited language skills; assists individuals with completing legal forms and documents. Qualifications: Two years of experience involving public contact including law enforcement, social work, or related experience. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework preferred in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or a related field. Knowledge of personal computers or software, Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat office products is desired. Salary: $17.22/hr (2010).

CHIEF PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER: United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio. Dayton, Cincinnati or Columbus, OH. Summary: Duties: * Organizes the pretrial services offices to ensure expeditious handling of investigative work for the courts and effective supervision of persons on pretrial release. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets statutory, Judicial Conference, and Administrative Office requirements for the administration of pretrial services, promulgates policies, procedures, and guidelines, and guideline to meet these requirements. Maintains administrative liaison with the court to include promulgating policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet the unique needs of the court along with standards to ensure an appropriate level of service delivery. Selects all pretrial services officers and other staff personnel with the approval of the District Court; responsible for other personnel matters including promotions, salary increases, disciplinary actions, and dismissals; determines that all personnel are adequately trained; makes certain the work is systematically evaluated. Manages the staff of the office including all clerical, professional, supervisory and administrative personnel. Makes estimates of personnel, space allocation, and operating allowance needs; approves requisitions, certifies vouchers for payment, and maintains appropriate fiscal controls in all matters pertaining to travel expenses and purchases of service, equipment, and supplies. Establishes and administers continuing in-service training programs to ensure high-quality service delivery through staff development. Maintains an effective system of communication providing pertinent information at all levels; delegates decision-making responsibility at appropriate levels; provides qualitative and quantitative measures of work performance; and assures accountability in the performance of duty. Maintains liaison with the Chief Judge, other judges, and Magistrate Judges; makes specific recommendations regarding court-related criminal justice issues with particular emphasis on matters relating to sound pretrial release and detention practices. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with other pretrial services and probation offices to assure all requests for assistance from other districts are met promptly and effectively. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with all components of the criminal justice system to include federal, state, and local law enforcement, correctional, and social service agencies. Effectuates and maintains conditions which encourage staff loyalty, enthusiasm, and morale. Develops and maintains public relations program which explains pretrial services to the community; assumes responsibility for communication to the news media under the direction of the Court.Monitors community events and issues with special attention on alleviating hazardous office and field incidents. Coordinates local agencies which may serve as third-party custodians of persons on pretrial Release. Advises the Court on an ongoing basis of the eligibility, availability, and capacity of local agencies which may serve as third-party custodians of persons on pretrial release. Establishes and maintains contact with public and private agencies which provide employment and medical, legal, or social services. Develops, implements, and maintains a system to monitor and evaluate bail activities; provides information to the Court on results of bail decisions; prepares periodic reports to assist in the improvement of the bail process. Occasionally, may perform the duties of a Pretrial Services Officer. Qualifications: Three years of substantial management experience including financial, space and facilities, long and short-range planning, information technology and human resources functions. Prior experience with interviewing/supervision in a criminal justice office is preferred. Knowledge of computer software programs with Windows applications and WordPerfect. Knowledge of modern office practices, time management and procedures, record keeping, filing systems and office equipment. Salary: $135-819-$165,300 (2010).

PRETRIAL SERVICES INTAKE COORDINATOR: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: The employee is responsible for greeting and directing visitors and telephone calls to the appropriate personnel, distributing mail, data entry; and providing clerical and administrative support to the office. Duties: Perform receptionist duties by greeting visitors in person and telephonically, answering routine questions, copying confidential client information, and directing visitors/callers to the appropriate person or department. Receive, prioritize, and route all incoming materials from within the Court to appropriate individuals in the office. Receive, screen, and route incoming and outgoing mail to appropriate persons or offices; process mail requiring special handling. Perform data entry functions. Generate standard reports from databases and computerized systems. Track statistics and data. Retrieve information from database systems as requested by officers, law enforcement officials, and other interested parties. Maintain, update, and track paper and electronic files and logs; make copies and deliver documents to staff. Complete file material requests submitted by the Probation Department. Deliver diversion cases to Assistant United States Attorney’s Office. File inactive case folders in assigned month, purge inactive cases for archiving. Prepare reports, form letters, notices, and other correspondence using templates and forms. Assist with preparing correspondence and documents. Report matters regarding the office’s physical needs (such as heating, cooling, lighting and cleaning) to the Administrative Officer. Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent and at least two years progressively responsible clerical or office experience that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Salary: $33,707 - $42,165 (2010).

PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER I: Second Judicial District Court. Reno, Nevada. Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in pre-trial activities including investigations and case management; provides information and recommendations regarding defendants to judges and other Court personnel; supervises and monitors defendants released from custody to ensure compliance with Own Recognizance (O.R.) release conditions, Court dates, and other related Court orders. Duties: Interviews incarcerated defendants; receives and evaluates written requests from the defendant concerning their options; evaluates eligibility for Public Defender and/or O.R. release; processes referrals to the Mental Health Court (MHC); conducts field interviews with law enforcement personnel, mental health agencies, employers, family members, and friends regarding defendants; performs background criminal history checks; determines when a specialized program is appropriate and/or necessary; establishes and assigns conditions of O.R. release or mental health care. Conducts investigations including collecting, compiling, verifying, and evaluating information regarding defendants; develops and maintains case files; attends Court arraignments; provides case information to judges; recommends O.R. release conditions or imposes Court ordered conditions. Coordinates case management for assigned defendants including monitoring and tracking O.R. releases until sentencing and/or progress of mental health treatment; maintains regular contact with defendants in person and by telephone; supervises and monitors defendants released from custody to ensure compliance with O.R/release conditions, Court dates, and other related Court orders. Performs preliminary breath tests (PBTs) to determine violation of Court ordered release conditions; notifies the Courts of defendants who fail to comply with release conditions and, in some cases, recommends revocation of the O.R. release. Confers with attorneys, law enforcement personnel, and social services agencies regarding difficult cases; coordinates placement of defendants into substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and related treatment programs as needed; provides counseling for defendants and family members on a limited basis. Serves as a resource and information source regarding various Court policies, procedures, objectives, and operational functions in the assigned area; responds to inquiries in person and by telephone; provides information utilizing judgment, knowledge, and interpretation; resolves complaints; refers callers to appropriate source as necessary. Performs office support duties as assigned including answering the telephone and receiving, preparing, and processing a variety of documents, forms, records, and reports including O.R. release documents and supervision records. May provide oral and written translation services for individuals who do not speak English or who have difficulty understanding English; interprets statements made by judges, attorneys, and Court personnel requiring knowledge of legal and technical terminology; explains Court proceedings, programs, and services to defendants, family members, and interested parties; interprets statements made by defendants or other parties possessing limited language skills; assists individuals with completing legal forms and documents. Qualifications: Two years of experience involving public contact including law enforcement, social work, related experience. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice enforcement, social work, psychology, or a related field. Salary: $35,817.60 - $55,577.60.

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