Pretrial Services Officer - Screener

Under the supervision of the Director/Assistant Director of Court Administration, this position provides a full range of pretrial bond services including conducting interviews, performing assessments, and appropriate levels of pretrial release supervision.

• Proactively conducts evidence-based assessments and timely interviews of individuals incarcerated who will be considered for pretrial release
• Prepares pretrial release reports for the judge’s consideration for an individual’s release, as well as recommendations for conditions of release
• Accurately and timely prepares paperwork required for the individual’s release and supervision
• Conducts and documents all initial interviews, additional assessments, and office and field visits necessary for an individual’s pretrial supervision
• Communicates reminders for an individual’s court appearance, testing, and any necessary referrals
• Informs the court and District Attorney of any violations of conditions of bond
• Maintains up‑to‑date data and recordkeeping of the individual’s status throughout the duration of their pretrial supervision
• Utilizes skip‑tracing techniques to locate individuals needing to report to appointments or court hearings
• Performs duties with a high level of professionalism, cooperation, and responsiveness with county staff, outside agencies, and the public
• Responds to inquiries, maintains confidentiality, and provides testimony in court proceedings as required
• Remains well‑informed of state and national best and evidence‑based pretrial practices
• Adheres to Lubbock County Detention Center, Lubbock County, and departmental policies, as well as ethical and professional standards of the judiciary
• Performs other duties as assigned

Associate’s degree or equivalent job‑related experience required. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license and liability automobile insurance pursuant to Texas motor vehicle laws. If transferring from out of state, candidates will have 90 days to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license.

The position may require work outside of normal business hours (8‑5 pm), and for work to be performed on weekends; however, weekly work hours will not exceed 40 hours unless approved by the Director. The job is located at the Lubbock County Detention Center; therefore, candidates must be comfortable working in a detention center environment.

Graduation from an accredited 4‑year college or university. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Knowledge of:
Administrative procedures and etiquette;
Operating a personal computer and basic office equipment with high proficiency;
Microsoft Office Suite—specific proficiency using MS Word and MS Excel;
Adobe products is preferred;
Basic accounting terminology and functions. Skilled in:
Maintaining a professional attitude as a representative of the courts;
Managing multiple and time‑sensitive projects simultaneously;
Communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact, diplomacy, and professionalism. Ability to:
Balance a cash drawer and perform basic mathematical functions;
Pass a criminal background check;
Maintain the integrity of confidential information;
Work independently in the absence of specific instructions or with limited supervision;
Adjust to rapidly fluctuating situations;
Work under pressure;
Interpret and apply policies and procedures;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff, co‑workers, county employees, department heads, elected/appointed officials, outside organizations, attorneys, and the general public.

Physical requirements include the ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 20 lbs; visual acuity, speaking and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching and handling for short or long periods of time in order to…