Pretrial Services Officer - Defendant Monitoring Division Harris County 378 reviews - Houston, TX $3,371 a month Harris County 378 reviews Read what people are saying about working here. The Pretrial Officer is responsible for supervising defendants' compliance with release conditions, providing services that minimize failures, and providing the courts with information to address noncompliance. Duties and Responsibilities: * Informs newly released defendants about rules and conditions of release. * Establishes the defendant's acceptance and understanding of his or her obligations. * Creates individualized supervision plans that help a defendant comply with release conditions. * Continually monitors the defendant's ability to comply. * Enforces conditions of release. * Initiates, verifies and monitors the services defendants receive from vendors. * Maintains accurate case notes documenting supervision activities and contacts. * Screens defendants to determine if they need support service referrals to facilitate compliance with release conditions or to address specific needs. * Administers screening tests to defendants to detect substance use. * Reviews drug test results, and electronic monitoring and ignition interlock reports to ascertain defendant activity and condition compliance. * Apprises court about violations and formulates recommendations for sanctions or alternatives to incarceration as requested. * Testifies in court. * Documents and maintains information the department needs to prepare monthly reports. * Responds to inquiries from defendants and the public about the pretrial process. * Collaborates with personnel in criminal justice and human services agencies, representatives of the legal community, and others to achieve department goals. * Performs all tasks accurately and thoroughly within demanding time frames. * Performs other related duties and works overtime as required. Requirements * Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Counseling or other closely related subject area from an accredited university or college; and * One (1) year of full-time paid work experience interacting with the public, eliciting information. OR * Bachelor's degree in any other field of study from an accredited university or college; and * One (1) year of full-time paid work experience interacting with the public, eliciting information; plus * One (1) year of full-time paid work experience in a criminal justice setting; * or Two (2) years of volunteer experience in a criminal justice or social sciences setting. AND * Effective communication, interaction, and organizational skills. * Excellent documentation skills. * Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced environment. * Demonstrated tolerance for diverse populations. * A valid driver's license (Texas upon hire), available transportation and current auto liability insurance. Additional Requirements: * Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, all applicants are screened for the presence of illegal drugs. * All new employees are required to present evidence of a TB skin test prior to employment. * Copy of complete transcripts are required with the application. Environmental Requirements: * Continuous computer use. * Travel between office locations, shift and weekend assignments. NOTE: To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the Hiring Department for consideration. Preferences * Paid work experience in a criminal justice setting performing case management activities. General Information HOURS: * 40 Hours per Week * Includes Holiday Hours & Overtime As Required SALARY: * Based on 26 Pay Periods Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date. Harris County - 17 hours ago - save job - original job Apply Now Apply On Company Site Save this job