Sheriff's Office Court Services Specialist

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

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.

To include holidays, weekends and overnight shifts.

• Process and manage inmates through the following units:
  Pretrial, Classifications, Time Computation/State Offender, Supervised Release and Work Release/Inmate Worker.
• 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.
• Coordinate 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.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor inmate compliance with court-ordered conditions and custody requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CCIC/NCIC Level J certification.
• Must be 21 years of age.

2026 Adams County Employee Benefit  Will include a comprehensive background investigation by specialized detectives within the Adams County Sheriff's Office.