Sheriff's Office Court Services Specialist

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This position is assigned to the Adams County Detention Facility. This person will perform a variety of criminal justice and corrections duties related to Pretrial Release, Pretrial Supervision, Classifications, Inmate Workers, Work Release, Time Computation, and State Offenders. This is an essential position in a 24/7 environment. Employees must be able to work rotating shifts in each area. Hours vary by assignment.

• Conduct interviews, assessments, verifications for housing placement, alternative sentencing, work programs in the facility, inmate placement, and program eligibility.
• Maintain accurate records of inmate status, sentencing information, and program participation within database systems.
• Calculate and verify inmate release dates and ensure compliance with court mittimus and sentencing orders.
• Monitor inmate compliance and progress in court-ordered programs and prepare compliance/noncompliance reports.
• Cookordination with courts, law enforcement agencies, and external partners regarding inmate status, detainers, and transfers.
• Conduct orientations, office visits, and field checks for program participants, including work release and supervised release.
• Perform administrative functions including data entry, statistical reporting, and documentation of inmate activity.
• Interview incoming inmates, provide Colorado Pretrial Assessment Tool (CPAT), prepare court docket and other duties as required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• A bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Corrections, Social Services, or related field OR two (2) years of experience in a directly related field.
• Experience in interviewing techniques, procedures and ability to verify information received.
• Experience in criminal justice, corrections, or case management functions preferred.
• A valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CCIC/NCIC Level J certification.
• Must be 21 years of age.