Pretrial Services Intake Unit Supervisor - R21005

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The Twelfth Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for a Pretrial Services Intake Unit Supervisor in Sarasota County. This position provides professional, administrative, and supervisory leadership for the Sarasota County Government Pretrial Services Intake Unit, which operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays. The role oversees daily unit operations, supervises staff, and uses data and performance measures to support effective decision‑making and program operations.

The ideal candidate is an organized, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to providing effective pretrial services. This position offers the opportunity to guide a dedicated team, support policy and program improvements, and ensure operations align with statutory requirements, court directives, and organizational goals. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the criminal justice system,

In this role, you will...

• Supervise, assign, and evaluate Pretrial Services staff within the Intake Unit, supporting training, development, recruitment, and onboarding.

• Monitor case management activities through regular case audits, timely case reviews, and compliance with court requirements and policies.

• Oversee program performance by analyzing data, case outcomes, and compliance measures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Develop and implement program improvements, policies, procedures, and evidence‑based practices that support public safety, court appearance, and equitable outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, standards, court directives, and criminal justice information security requirements.

• Collaborate with Court Administration, the judiciary, justice partners, and community stakeholders to support program goals and effective pretrial services.

• Prepare and present reports, facilitate training, and communicate program information to leadership, staff, and external partners.

• Provide operational leadership as needed, including managing escalated client matters, maintaining a limited caseload, and overseeing the program in the Director's absence.

• Serves as the court's FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC), ensuring compliance with FBI and FDLE Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security policies.

Work Hours:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.

• May be required to work weekends, holidays, and shift work for a 24/7 operation.

As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Public Administration, Business, Finance,Industrial/Engineering Technology, or job-related field
  and
  two (2) years of job-related experience.

• OR:
  
  Six (6) years of professional job-related experience can be substituted at management discretion for the required education.

• OR:
  
  Related professional program/project management may substitute for the required education at management discretion.

• Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:

Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, counseling, social or behavioral science, or a related field.

• Three years of experience in Juvenile Justice, Court Administration, law enforcement, corrections, social services, counseling, or a related field.

• Knowledge of criminal justice practices, courtroom…