What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pretrial Coordinator I/I position at County of Del Norte, CA?
JOB
Bi-weekly Salary: Pretrial Coordinator I: $1,878.51 - $2,258.76Pretrial Coordinator II: $1,966.74 - $2,365.98The Del Norte County Probation Office is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one (1) vacancy for the position of Pretrial Coordinator. This position is classified as full-time.This classification reports to a Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, and may be assigned to programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, or Early Disposition. Under general supervision, this position will perform interviews, will investigate and prepare reports with recommendations to the court on persons charged with committing an offense, who have requested pretrial release on their own recognizance and reviews reports/criminal history information on persons who are being considered for a release from custody on electronic monitoring or persons who may receive expedited disposition of their case.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.Interviews persons in custody to verify information on applications for release from custody and develops investigatory leads, as well as, provides support to quality assurance of investigation/assessments. Investigates and evaluates information pertinent to the probability of the person in custody appearing in court when reordered if released on own recognizance. Appears in court in order to provide court reports for daily arraignments. Reviews reports for accuracy and quality assurance on defendants’ suitability for release from custody on Electronic Monitoring.Reviews and ensures accuracy of criminal history information on defendants who are being considered for an early disposition of their case.Contacts family members, attorneys, employers and references to determine veracity of defendant’s statements, general reputation, character, community, and family ties. Confers with defense attorneys, deputy district attorneys, probation and parole officers, public assistance personnel, and law enforcement organizations to obtain information pertinent to a release decision. Accesses multiple systems, reviews, and interprets defendant’s criminal history information to ensure that accurate and complete information is provided to the courts in a timely manner. Prepares written reports on investigative findings which are submitted to the court. Testifies in open court as to the investigation findings when directed. Coordinates with other county agencies in order to provide assessments and referrals for treatment to the court as needed. Performs other investigative or pretrial program duties as may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of psychology.Clear concise report and record keeping methods.Ability to: Effectively coordinate and interface with supervisors, staff, outside agencies and the general public.Organize and prioritize work assignments for successful performance and timely submission of reports and records.Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing demonstrating tact, diplomacy and compassion.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, offenders and outside agencies.Secure cooperation and teamwork among professional and/or support staff.Remain alert during long periods of inactivity is an essential function of this position. Alertness, concentration, good judgment, patience, memory, problem solving, initiative and the ability to remain calm in threatening, combative and/or confrontational situations.Work various shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime as dictated by work program requirements.
Bi-weekly Salary: Pretrial Coordinator I: $1,878.51 - $2,258.76Pretrial Coordinator II: $1,966.74 - $2,365.98The Del Norte County Probation Office is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one (1) vacancy for the position of Pretrial Coordinator. This position is classified as full-time.This classification reports to a Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, and may be assigned to programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, or Early Disposition. Under general supervision, this position will perform interviews, will investigate and prepare reports with recommendations to the court on persons charged with committing an offense, who have requested pretrial release on their own recognizance and reviews reports/criminal history information on persons who are being considered for a release from custody on electronic monitoring or persons who may receive expedited disposition of their case.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.Interviews persons in custody to verify information on applications for release from custody and develops investigatory leads, as well as, provides support to quality assurance of investigation/assessments. Investigates and evaluates information pertinent to the probability of the person in custody appearing in court when reordered if released on own recognizance. Appears in court in order to provide court reports for daily arraignments. Reviews reports for accuracy and quality assurance on defendants’ suitability for release from custody on Electronic Monitoring.Reviews and ensures accuracy of criminal history information on defendants who are being considered for an early disposition of their case.Contacts family members, attorneys, employers and references to determine veracity of defendant’s statements, general reputation, character, community, and family ties. Confers with defense attorneys, deputy district attorneys, probation and parole officers, public assistance personnel, and law enforcement organizations to obtain information pertinent to a release decision. Accesses multiple systems, reviews, and interprets defendant’s criminal history information to ensure that accurate and complete information is provided to the courts in a timely manner. Prepares written reports on investigative findings which are submitted to the court. Testifies in open court as to the investigation findings when directed. Coordinates with other county agencies in order to provide assessments and referrals for treatment to the court as needed. Performs other investigative or pretrial program duties as may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of psychology.Clear concise report and record keeping methods.Ability to: Effectively coordinate and interface with supervisors, staff, outside agencies and the general public.Organize and prioritize work assignments for successful performance and timely submission of reports and records.Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing demonstrating tact, diplomacy and compassion.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, offenders and outside agencies.Secure cooperation and teamwork among professional and/or support staff.Remain alert during long periods of inactivity is an essential function of this position. Alertness, concentration, good judgment, patience, memory, problem solving, initiative and the ability to remain calm in threatening, combative and/or confrontational situations.Work various shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime as dictated by work program requirements.
