Pretrial Diversion Officer

Pretrial Diversion Officer I

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.

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.

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We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply!

Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, criminal justice, or public administration. Additional applicable experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have completed course work in substance use, mental health, and/or domestic violence studies.
• Three (3) years of experience in the criminal justice or social services field interviewing, counseling or supervising justice-involved individuals.
• Must be able to pass background clearance to for access to enter corrections facility and run criminal history.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.

Desired

Skills:

• Knowledge of evidence-based diversion and pretrial practices;
• Experience with casework including working with individuals with behavioral health needs;
• Experience working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders;
• Experience deescalating individuals in crisis;
• Knowledge of local community resources; and
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently.

This position is:

• Not represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits

Items requested for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Applicant Disclosure Questions

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.
• 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.

Thurston County is an equal opportunity employer.