Pretrial Case Manager

General Summary

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Performs work in the assessment, processing and monitoring of clients in the Ada County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) Pretrial Services Unit. This position exists in the high liability, presentence part of the judicial process. The incumbent will read and process court documents to ensure proper execution of court orders, monitor and interpret urinalysis and electronic monitoring results, meet with defendants in an office setting to discuss electronic monitoring and/or other substance abuse evaluations, results, expectations and guidelines, and perform related duties as required. The position is located at the Ada County Sheriff's Office, Court Services Bureau.

SHIFT INFORMATION
Generally Monday - Friday, day shift hours, with some flexibility required.  

 

BENEFITS
Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances
Idaho PERSI retirement plan
Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Post-Employment Health Plan – 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances
Eleven (11) paid holidays annually
Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave
No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities
Wellness Program
Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA

Visit adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.    

Essential Functions

• Works directly with defendants subject to various Pretrial monitoring and supervision conditions;
• Assesses defendant barriers and needs, creating and implementing individualized case plans based on findings;
• Supervises based on assessment level and evidence-based practices to mitigate community risk and foster defendant success;
• Communicates effectively with external vendors to ensure optimal service;
• Responds to questions and requests from defendants, the public, law enforcement partners, and stakeholders;
• Performs accurate and thorough data mining and entry in various internal and external systems;
• Provides written and verbal court testimony related to Pretrial programs, monitoring and testing;
• Completes supervision appointments, enrolls defendants into programs and maintains electronic records and files covering a broad range of daily actions and tasks regarding defendant supervision;
• Audits Pretrial and electronic monitoring files and data for accuracy to verify required and supporting documentation is complete;
• Processes court orders and no contact/protection orders for accurate data input and monitoring to assist in community and victim safety;
• Performs criminal history database searches;
• Maintains required certifications including but not limited to ILETS, internal training, and NAPSA Pretrial Certification.

Additional Functions:

• Performs some job duties within a correctional facility;
• Gathers risk assessment information, interviews inmates, and completes accurate and thorough risk assessment reports for court stakeholders;
• Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology or a related human service field or equivalent experience;
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must have a basic understanding of Pretrial justice, Misdemeanor Probation, and Alternatives to Incarceration concepts as it relates to the community and jail settings;
• Must possess case management and customer service skills;
• Previous experience working with and/or supervising criminal justice involved persons preferred;
• Knowledge of legal terminology and forms preferred;
• Knowledge of computer systems, file structure and Microsoft Office;
• Knowledge in personal safety best practices;
• Knowledge of local community resources (i.e. housing, SUD treatment, transportation) preferred;
• Skills in de-escalating confrontational situations;
• Skills in report writing and confidential record keeping;
• Ability to work with high-risk offenders who may possess violent offenses and/or violent behavior;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with culturally diverse populations;
• Ability to learn new computer applications;
• Ability to input and maintain a large amount of data with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;
• Ability to research, investigate and correct clerical data;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;
• Ability to adapt to changes in processes; and
• Ability to effectively evaluate potentially adverse or unsafe situations and react according to department policy.

Other Requirements: 

• Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a polygraph and background investigation prior to hire;
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Most of the work is performed in and around the jail facility and involves an element of personal risk;
• Work is performed in an office environment and the employees in this class are subject to inside environmental conditions;
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.

Disclaimer:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.