Probation/Pretrial Officer I

Salary : $38,313.60 - $63,232.00 Annually

Location : IDA - 501 Appleyard Dr. Tallahassee, FL

Job Type : Senior Management Full Time

Job Number : 005A-25

Department : Office of Intervention & Detention Alternatives

Division : COUNTY PROBATION DIVISION

Opening Date : 11 / 18 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Pay Grade : 104

General Description of Duties

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The mission of the Leon County's Office of Intervention and Detention Alternatives is to provide information to the courts, which support judicial custody release decisions, and provide alternatives to incarceration to persons accused of crimes and offenders, which hold them accountable, improve their ability to live lawfully and productively in the community, enhance the overall administration of justice, and support community safety and well-being. This position requires shift work including weekend and holidays to support services provide by OIDA to the Leon County Criminal Justice System including interviews, assessments, and releases at the Leon County Detention Facility, case management, and attending court hearings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Supervise pre- and post-sentenced individuals assigned to the Office of Intervention and Detention Alternatives for compliance with all court ordered conditions (substance testing, mental health and substance use disorder counseling, educational programs, etc.).

Conduct interviews and risk assessments of all arrestees booked into the Leon County Detention Facility to determine eligibility for release (non-monetary or monetary) prior to First Appearance in accordance with Administrative Order governing Pretrial Release through 24 / 7 shift rotations.

Provide complete and accurate criminal history record information (CHRI) based on local justice information systems, Department of Corrections, and FCIC / NCIC records to assist the courts in release decisions and conditions of release to enhance public safety.

Accurately complete Requests for Release and properly instruct arrestees on court ordered conditions of release including instructions on reporting to the Supervised Pretrial Release Division following their release from custody for case management services.

Timely and accurate submission of court documents (Order to Show Cause, Violation of Probation Affidavits, Technical Violation Notifications, etc.) to notify of non-compliance or completion of court ordered conditions to the courts.

Assist pre- and post-sentence offenders with referrals to community partners for essential human services (housing, transportation, employment placement assistance) to assist them in successful completion of community supervision and future involvement with the criminal justice system.

Notification of electronic monitoring (GPS location tracking and alcohol detection) through completed enrollment forms to the service provider to ensure activation and proper supervision of court ordered conditions. Respond and resolve EM violations escalated by 24 / 7 service provider in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Administer alcohol breathalyzer tests to pre and post-sentence offenders for compliance with alcohol abstinence on weekends and County observed holidays and accurately record results in the Drug and Alcohol Testing Module.

OTHER IMPORTANT OR MARGINAL DUTIES

Accepts and completes other related duties as assigned by the supervisor and / or director. Follows chain of command; follows instructions and directions given at the time of assignment and / or standard office procedures.

DIFFICULTY

The work tasks involve both general and specific knowledge of internal practices and procedures. Tasks involve initiative. Work involves independent judgment to decide how to handle clients. Employee must be able to analyze cases within established time limits and use creative thinking and problem solving when handling clients and cases assigned.

RESPONSIBILITY : Supervision Received

Work is generally defined and requires significant independent judgment in determining methods to achieve desired results. Guidance is sought when a client is violated with a warrant or summons and there are legitimate reasons for the client not completing certain conditions.

Supervision of Others

Non-supervisory.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMER CONTACT

Employee has contact with all types of people outside and within the organization as well as the public for the purpose of providing, exchanging, and receiving information.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED

Personal computer, Word Processing software, database software, specialized software (Sabre / Probation, Traffic, and CJIS), typewriter, and fax machine, copier, laser and dot matrix printer are examples of tools and equipment used.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires shift work inclusive of weekends / holidays to support court operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Florida criminal justice system, including Florida Statutes, reading and interpreting criminal court dockets and judicial orders. Ability to interview arrestees in a detention facility setting. Experience with case management procedures. Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, diplomatically in writing and verbally. Ability to initiate and follow through on assignments with attention to detail and minimal direct supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with an Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Social Work and two years of work experience. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college training.

Necessary Special Requirements :

A valid State of Florida Class "E" operator's license and a favorable driving record at the time of employment.

Selection Guidelines :

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check.

FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt. This job is responsible for customer service contact work that involves meeting with clients and explaining and insuring court ordered conditions.

Revision History : October 1, 1997; May 16, 2000; October 1, 2014; December 19, 2014; September 20, 2016, November 15,2023.

Leon County Government offers an extensive benefit package for FULL TIME employees. EXECUTIVE LEVEL employee benefits are determined through contract negotiations. Below are some of the highlights.

• Medical Insurance-Employer and Employee Contributions

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Voluntary Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Group Term Life Insurance-Employer Paid

Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Legal Insurance

Voluntary Individual Insurance Coverages with AFLAC & Colonial

State of Florida Retirement Plan-Employer & Employee Contributions

Voluntary 457(b) Deferred Compensation Savings for Retirement

Retirement Savings Match-for-employees earning less than $50,000

Annual Leave Accrual

Sick Leave Accrual

3 Personal Days

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Loans At Work Program

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Salary : $38,314 - $63,232