Jail Screening Intern - UNPAID

This is an unpaid internship position to learn the day-to-day operations of Pretrial Jail Screening. As time allows during the semester, there may be opportunities to learn and observe Pretrial Supervision and OWI programs as well.

Responsibilities

• Observe and participate in all essential functions of the Jail Screener position to gain a full understanding of the position.
• Assist the Jail Screeners with preparing Public Safety Assessment reports to court officials to assist in making release decisions.
• Review CCAP and NCIC data to obtain criminal history of individuals booked into the jail.
• Attend intake court to observe the process.
• Enter data into the AWARDS database for statistical tracking.

Requirements

• Pursuing an Undergraduate degree in criminal justice or related fields.
• Communication – ability to provide information effectively with a diverse population (the persons we serve, supervisor, colleagues, and program partners) in writing and oral communications.
• Technological Aptitude – Ability to use general technological skills throughout daily job (e.g., Email, Internet, Microsoft 365).
• Managing Priorities/Deadlines – Ability to maintain schedules, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
• Problem-Solving Skills – Ability to think critically and be solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment and adapt to program changes and challenges.
• Adaptability – Ability to manage change, deal with situations as they arise, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Teamwork – Ability to work as a team, participate productively, and manage independent contributing duties and responsibilities.
• Motivation – Commitment to the assigned job, mission, and core values of the organization while supporting a respectful and harmonious work setting.
• Professionalism – Ability to conduct oneself with a high level of integrity, ethics, and boundaries.
• Multicultural Sensitivity – Demonstrate professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and strong interpersonal skills while representing the organization in a variety of settings.

Schedule

• Minimum of 1 semester and 10 hours per week.
• Work hours will be primarily between 5:30 AM and 3:30 PM, with the possibility of occasional Sunday work.

Other Information

Physical Demands: Duties require good hearing and the ability to communicate verbally; hand and finger dexterity for data entry and typing.

Work Environment: Most of the work will be done in the WCS assigned office at the Waukesha County Jail. Has contact with a wide variety of individuals including individuals with pending criminal charges, courthouse and jail personnel, various criminal justice agencies, and other WCS staff. The Waukesha County jail requires a background check through their agency to obtain access to the jail.