Pretrial Case Manager

SCHEDULE: 

This full-time, standard position is hybrid. This job is provided with a schedule revolving around our 4-day work week in service of Jefferson County Courts.    

COMPENSATION:  

Hiring Range:  $26.87 - $27.51 USD Hourly 

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills. Second language pay is offered upon completion of language proficiency test.  

BENEFITS: 

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

The Pretrial Case Manager is responsible for:   

• Maintaining regular contact with defendants via telephone, in writing or in person, to monitor their activities and compliance with specific conditions ordered by the courts.     

• Interviewing defendants, preparing individual supervision plans, and explaining the orders of the court and the requirements of their pretrial supervision.    

• Collecting and processing pretrial supervision fees from defendants.  Explaining to defendants about electronic monitoring equipment, describing the type/use of the equipment ordered. Obtaining personal information specific to defendants ordered to electronic monitoring. Explaining cost, curfews and reporting requirements.  

• Referring defendants to various community-based agencies for supportive services, substance abuse testing, and required monitored sobriety/treatment services.  Utilizing multiple electronic information systems, enter store and/or retrieve information as requested or otherwise necessary.     

• Deciding what other individuals, agencies courts, and/or attorneys need to be notified of any changes of a defendant’s pretrial supervision. Deciding appropriateness of defendant travel and restrictions necessary. Taking completed defendant travel permit applications to courts for review and approval.  

• Administering and report portable breath test alcohol results as requested by various judicial officers and/or for reasonable suspicion.     

• Working directly with fugitive partnership group to locate otherwise missing defendants. Initiating court proceedings to modify/revoke bond release for defendant’s failure to comply with conditions of bond. Personally appear in court to defend/respond as needed.   Collecting pertinent information regarding any changes made by the court of a defendant's bond. Place pretrial holds with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on certain defendants to allow time to collect alleged victim information and make referrals to approved agencies for electronic monitoring services.     

• Reviewing, analyzing, monitoring reports from community-based agencies; evaluate use of intermediate sanctions to ensure defendant's compliance.    

•  Serve as a rotating case manager for GPS‑monitored cases, including responding to alerts and telephone messages regarding electronic monitoring equipment issues and/or possible defendant travel violations during normal business hours. Responsibilities include responding to the electronic monitoring agency as needed, as well as requests from crime victims, law enforcement, and others regarding defendant‑related concerns. Independently determine whether defendants must report for an immediate equipment check. Assess potential danger to alleged victims and contact victims or law enforcement when appropriate. Some after‑hours, weekends, or holiday work may be required as operational needs arise. 

• Performing routine research and compiling data for special projects or reports, as assigned, ensuring completion by specified deadlines and in accordance with outlined goals and objectives.   

• Serving mandatory protection orders, as requested by the courts.     

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.   

The typical week for a Pretrial Case Manager may include:     

• Interacting with a diverse population from all walks of life    

• Helping adult defendants released from jail on bond navigate the pretrial process during the duration of their court case    

• Understanding and explaining policies, procedures, and resources    

• Monitoring defendant's compliance with specific conditions of their release ordered by the courts    

• Utilizing motivational interviewing with new defendants released on bond and creating a plan for achieving goals and successfully completing requirements    

• Assisting with finding solutions to barriers that might prevent them from completing court ordered requirements   

• Referring defendants to community resources    

• Responding to defendant violations of court's orders and initiating action to bring the defendant into compliance or to revoke bond  

You will be successful in this role if you have the following knowledge, skills, and attributes:    

• High level of integrity, patience, compassion, and empathy    

• Customer centric with a passion to see individuals succeed    

• Thrive in a fast paced, team-oriented environment   

• Maintain a positive attitude. Flexible and adaptable to change.  

• Being an innovative thinker who can produce a variety of solutions.   

• Strong sense of self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performance    

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain requirements and document detailed case notes    

• Strong organization with ability to manage multiple cases and priorities    

• Comfortable with technology including the ability to navigate databases, accurately enter data, and type case notes and documentation   

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Experience: A minimum of one year work related experience.  

Education: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, criminology, social sciences, or related field  

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. 

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities: 

• Spanish speaking preferred 

• Managing multiple projects or priorities,   

• Customer service – assisting people during a vulnerable time.   

• Working one on one with customers or clients   

• Data entry   

• Case management   

• Documentation for compliance purposes 

• Knowledge of local, State, and Federal guidelines, rules, and statutes 

• Interviewing or investigation   

• Position within the criminal justice field    

• Previous pretrial case management experience   

Additional Job Information: 

**Please note: passing a polygraph test is required prior to offer of this role**   

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position. 

• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer. 

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references. 

• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.  

• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile. 

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.