Pretrial Services Officer

Pretrial Diversion Officer I

The salary for this position is: $5,405.00 - $7,189.00 monthly.

Thurston County Pretrial Services seeks a Pretrial Diversion Officer I as part of its Pretrial Diversion Team. This team works collaboratively with both criminal justice and behavioral health partners to assist individuals in completing treatment-focused diversion agreements in lieu of incarceration, possibly resulting in dismissal of criminal charges.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing a caseload of individuals with behavioral health needs who have entered into diversion agreements
• Making referrals to community services providers.
• Monitoring client compliance with diversion agreements and conditions of release, including submitting written reports, making recommendations, and/or testifying in court as needed.
• Conducting risk and needs assessments for individuals involved in criminal cases by conducting interviews and reviewing records.
• Accessing criminal history databases.
• Communicating with attorneys, court personnel, and community-based providers.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring court documentation is filed in a timely manner.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work Environment – Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Position may experience extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Schedule
  - Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m or as approved by supervisor. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements
  - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings and to meet with clients.
• Customer Interactions
  - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with members of the public, justice partners, and team members. May come into contact with individuals who are argumentative and in highly emotional situations.

Who We Are:

At Thurston County Pretrial Services, our mission is to strengthen community justice and public safety through objective pretrial screening, effective supervision, and alternative programs that connect individuals to community resources. We envision a system built on equity and collaboration, aiding justice-impacted people on their path to positive change.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.

Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan…