Pretrial Services Officer Ii

The salary for this position is: $5,959 - $7,926 monthly.

Thurston County Pretrial Services seeks a Pretrial Services Officer II as part of its Pretrial Screening and Supervision Team. This team provides information to Thurston County courts and supervises justice-involved clients with the goals of ensuring that these individuals successfully appear in court and remain arrest‑free while on pretrial release.

• Conducting screenings for individuals involved in criminal cases by conducting record checks, verifying information, and completing pretrial risk assessments.
• Supervising clients on pretrial release based on risk classification system.
• Monitoring client compliance with court ordered conditions of release and files violation reports as needed. Submitting written reports to the Court and counsel.
• Making referrals to community service providers.
• Verifying that court orders have been followed, including documenting compliance and recommended actions.
• Accessing criminal history databases.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring court documentation is filed in a timely manner.
• May assign cases to Pretrial Services Officers.

• Work Environment – Quiet office setting in Olympia, Washington. Hybrid work schedule may be requested after successful completion of probation.
• Schedule
  - Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements – Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
• Customer Interactions
  - Daily interactions via phone and in‑person with Thurston County staff, individuals involved in the criminal justice system, and the general public

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.

• 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 Forgiveness:
  This is a federal program which allows full‑time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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