Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT-Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (Part-Time)
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- On-site
- Employment
- Part-time
- Compensation
- $20 – $27
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Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT-Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (Part-Time)
Pay Grade
10
Salary
$20.68 - $27.52 Hourly
Employment Type
Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice
Location
Location Varies
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 Part-Time Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT. This position is in Region 1, Warren County.
The Pretrial Services Specialist reviews all arrested individuals to determine eligibility for pretrial release. This includes reviewing charges, conducting interviews, performing assessments and 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. These positions will have no insurance benefits and will work up to 80 hours monthly.
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:
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 Part-Time Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT. This position is in Region 1, Warren County.
The Pretrial Services Specialist reviews all arrested individuals to determine eligibility for pretrial release. This includes reviewing charges, conducting interviews, performing assessments and 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. These positions will have no insurance benefits and will work up to 80 hours monthly.
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 and assessment of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking, to include receiving arresting documents, performing defendant interviews and assessment, and contacting judges for bond information.
- Complete needed assessments, 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 case management system.
- Travel to counties as needed 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 be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Must have and
maintain a valid driver’s license. Sitting for extended periods of time. Dexterity of hands and fingers to
operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer and photography components. Ability to lift,
bend and stoop as needed. Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not
authorized for virtual work.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. May be required to work weekends,
holidays and alternate shifts to attend court and, or, meet with incarcerated and pretrial release individuals.
May be 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.
Requires flexibility in schedule to meet operational needs
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Melana Gross at [email protected]
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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