Pretrial Officer (Intake & Investigation) Night Shift - Charlotte County

Pretrial Officer (Intake & Investigation Unit)

Why should you apply to the Administrative Office of the Courts for the 20th Judicial Circuit?

• Great working environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan Options
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Key requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, public administration or a related field.
• Two years of criminal justice, case management or investigative experience.
• Knowledge of Charlotte County Court System and area substance abuse and mental health providers.
• Ability to work the required hours from 10:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m., (4) nights per week at the Charlotte County jail; including evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Ability to work with individuals who may be under the influence of intoxicants and/or may be hostile or mentally ill in order to complete the required interview questions.
• Ability to obtain & maintain NCIC/FCIC certification (which is required within 30 days of hire).
• Ability to obtain & maintain Certified Pretrial Services Professional (CPSP) Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record (which is required within 10 days of hire).

Summary:

The Pretrial Officer (Intake & Investigation Unit) performs professional investigative work around the clock to provide quality and timely information to the criminal courts, which supports the judicial decision to release or detain the defendant. Pretrial Officers in the Intake & Investigation unit conduct a full intake/investigation on defendants as a part of the booking process into the jail. Pretrial Officers verify the inmate's intake information and produce a quality first appearance report that is used by the judges as they make their pretrial release decisions. The Pretrial Officer (Intake & Investigation Unit) reports directly to the Criminal Division Director. A Pretrial Officer's primary responsibilities include the following: (1) Conduct Pretrial Services Booking Interviews; (2) Determine Indigent Status for Public Defender Representation; (3) Write Summary Reports that Include a Detailed Criminal History of the Defendant and Recommendation to the Judge Regarding Pretrial Release; (4) Research Probation Status and Prepare Widman Warrants; and (5) Perform Other Duties as Assigned.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct Pretrial Services Booking Interviews
• Determine Indigent Status for Public Defender Representation
• Write Summary Reports that Include a Detailed Criminal History of the Defendant and Recommendation to the Judge Regarding Pretrial Release
• Research Probation Status and Prepare Widman Warrants
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of: methods, practices, principles, procedures and techniques used in interviewing and investigating as it pertains to the operation of the department; social casework principles and methods; basic structure of the criminal justice system; local, state and federal guidelines, rules, regulations and statutes as they pertain to the pretrial operation; computer applications, including but not limited to: Benchmark, Smartbench, Microsoft Word, and Outlook. Ability to: conduct interviews and investigations in a jail setting; deal effectively and professionally with defendants from various backgrounds, in various stressful conditions; deal professionally with a highly volatile, potentially violent population; deal effectively, professionally and confidentially with Judges, non-judicial personnel, attorneys, and the general public; provide effective, accurate, professional, polite, friendly, and prompt customer service to the public and other agency personnel, AOC employees, and the Judiciary; efficiently operate a computer and utilize Microsoft Office Word and Outlook along with various other software programs and databases; follow written and oral instructions and procedures; effectively interpret general policy, criteria and procedures for specific situations; identify symptoms of substance abuse and emotional problems; conduct drug testing; exhibit sound judgment; maintain focus in a busy surrounding; maintain jail security clearance; work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends; cover other shifts when required; maintain consistent and regular attendance, which is required; work the required hours from 10:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m.,4 nights per week at the Charlotte County jail; travel to the courthouse when needed.

Supplemental information:

Education and/or experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, public administration or a related field. Two years of criminal justice, case management or investigative experience preferred. Knowledge of Charlotte County Court System and area substance abuse and mental health providers. Supervisory responsibilities: None. Certificates, licenses, registrations: Valid Driver's License is required (Florida Driver's License required within 10 days of hire). NCIC/FCIC certification within 30 days of hire and continuous certification throughout employment. Certified Pretrial Services Professional (CPSP Certification) within 1 year of hire.