Part-Time Pretrial & Justice Specialist

## Part-Time Pretrial & Justice Specialist IApply:
Pontiac, Michigan, United States:
Pontiac, Michigan, United States:
Part time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 24, 2026 (9 days left to apply):
JR-0000974##
** Overview & Benefits
** Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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** General Summary**$30.42-$40.75  This position is onsite.
Do you want to make a real impact on the lives of individuals navigating the criminal justice system? Under general supervision, you’ll support a wide range of Pretrial & Justice Services functions, working with both pretrial and sentenced individuals. In this role, depending on your assignment, you may conduct assessments in local jails or lockups, make informed bail recommendations in District and Circuit Courts, supervise court ordered release conditions, and You may also facilitate groups and work directly with clients in the Step Forward Program, helping them build skills that support positive decision making, encourage prosocial behavior, and promote successful engagement within their community.
What You’ll Do  
• Interview defendants and complete assessments to support court decisions  
• Present bail recommendations in District and Circuit Courts  
• Monitor and supervise individuals placed on pretrial or sentenced community programs  
• Develop treatment plans and facilitate group or individual sessions in specialized programs  
• Maintain detailed documentation using Countywide and department software  
• Collaborate with courts, law enforcement, and internal teams to support successful outcomes    Why You’ll Love It  
• You’ll directly contribute to public safety and community wellbeing  
• Every day offers meaningful, hands-on work that helps individuals move forward  
• Opportunities to use your communication, assessment, and case management skills  
• A supportive team environment with varied assignments to fit your strengths  
• The chance to grow your career in Pretrial and Justice Services##
** Minimum Qualifications
** EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES  REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  
* Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field of study.  
* Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS  
* Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur’s license.  
* Must pass a background check performed by the County or other appropriate agencies as required.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  Conducts interviews with misdemeanor and felony defendants and completes pretrial risk assessments.  Prepares and/or presents bail recommendations to the courts.  Run LEIN, access IMCAS and other databases.  Monitors defendants ordered to pretrial supervision as a condition of their bail via telephone or in person.

Provides reports to the court regrading program compliance.  Answers and responds to inquiries from court, probation officers, program participants and other agencies.  Provides case management services to adult…