Alternative Sentencing Intake Specialist #1854 - Pretrial Services Program - Public Safety

About the Role

Under general supervision, assists in the coordination and placement of defendants into Alternative Sentencing Programs.

Responsibilities

• Obtains paperwork and instructions regarding possible placement of individuals into the Community Corrections Program, Pretrial Services, Hamilton County Probation, or the Courts Community Service program.
• Interviews clients/defendants; gathers data and information regarding possible placement into program.
• Performs record checks to determine eligibility for acceptance into program.
• Gathers, maintains, and updates records and files.
• Attends Show Cause hearings; testifies in court regarding status.
• Logs court orders and distributes for review and signature.
• Performs drug screens on defendants when necessary.
• Installs and removes electronic monitoring equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Equivalent of a high school diploma.
• One (1) year of direct work experience in Criminal Justice, Social Services, Juvenile Justice, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must obtain a class “F” endorsement within three (3) months of the date of hire.
• Must complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) prior to operating a County-owned vehicle.
• Must obtain, within six (6) months of employment, any required certification or training mandated by Tennessee statutes, rules, administrative orders, and Hamilton County Policies and Procedures.

Skills

• Knowledge of applicable State of Tennessee statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules, and requirements.
• Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of record keeping.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court processes and procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, inmates, probationers, their families, law enforcement, interested parties, vendors, the news media, and the public.
• Skill in identifying and utilizing community resources and services.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
• Skill in effective communication in both oral and written form.
• Skill in customer service/public relations techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Office, Word, and Excel programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is preferred. Applicants will be required to take a proficiency test.

Physical Requirements

• Work requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, walking, and occasional driving.
• Work involves the risk of bodily harm and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Additional Information

• This position is identified as "safety sensitive" and is subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: post-offer pre-employment, reasonable cause, after an on-the-job accident, random basis, prior to return to duty after suspension, and as follow-up.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• All positions require regular and punctual in-person attendance, including possible work on holidays, weekends, and irregular hours or shift work.