Pretrial Services Officer

Pretrial Services Officer 1/2

Location:

Palmer Pretrial Enforcement Office, Palmer, Alaska.

Assesses and supervises adult defendants on pretrial status with the Alaska Court System. Performs risk assessments, monitors defendants, and enforces court‑issued conditions of release. Supervises defendants by providing referrals for services, conducting field and home contacts, performing drug and alcohol screening, administering electronic monitoring, making arrests when necessary, and reporting concerns to the court.

Help provide positive change in every town, village and neighborhood in Alaska by enhancing public safety, assisting the courts with fair administration of justice, and providing quality supervision that holds defendants accountable while connecting them to community partners and resources.

• Career development
• High caliber training
• Excellent benefits
• Rewarding team environment
• Community connection

The Palmer Pretrial Enforcement Officer serves all communities within the Mat‑Su valley.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving – uses logical, systematic approach to address problems.
• Adaptability – adjusts planned work by applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Investigation – knowledge of investigation procedures including interviewing, evidence detection, handling, and reporting findings.
• Interpersonal Skills – treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.
• Teamwork – encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• Or four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement.
• Or combination of postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience totaling equivalent to four years (e.g., 2.67 semester or 4 quarter hours of education equal to one month of experience).
• Advance to Pretrial Services Officer 2 only after completing training, APSC requirements, and being certified as prepared for the next level.

• Successful completion of Pretrial Services Officer 1 training plan.
• Or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• And one year of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, public safety, law enforcement or corrections.
• Or combination of postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience totaling five years (e.g., 2.67 semester or 4 quarter hours of education equal to one month of experience).

• Must be 21 years of age and a United States citizen, United States National, or have lawful immigration status.
• Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license at the time of appointment.
• Position requires carrying a firearm and maintaining firearms proficiency qualification.
• May require shift assignments and on‑call availability.
• Civil service rules may require a basic correctional officer certificate within 14 months of hire for certain past positions.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1‑800‑587‑0430 or 907‑465‑4095 in Juneau, or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.