Pretrial Assessment Officer - Common Pleas

Pretrial Assessment Officer – Common Pleas

Pay range: $26.09/hr – $26.09/hr

Shift: Third Shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.), including weekends and holidays. Wed/Thu off.

Perform pretrial assessments prior to arraignment to assist with judicial bond decisions and facilitate the reduction of the detention facility population.

• Determine Defendant’s risk of failing to appear for court hearings or acquiring new criminal charges while in pretrial status through completion of a pretrial assessment report.
• Compile criminal history information for the Court using databases and public record searches.
• Process release of eligible Defendants prior to arraignment and assign court dates.
• Ensure Defendants understand their release conditions and next court date.
• Provide after‑hours coverage for critical alerts and file warrants for Electronic Monitoring.
• Ensure pretrial risk assessment reports and release paperwork are delivered to all area courts.
• Communicate with the Court regarding release inquiries/orders.
• Assist the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office in communicating hospital admission information to the Court.
• Complete reports and maintain an accurate log of completed tasks.
• Conduct in‑person interviews of Defendants.
• Remove electronic monitoring equipment from Defendants’ person.
• Assist with after‑hour bond procedure for the suburban municipal courts.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending applicable training as required.

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Psychology, or related field.
• NORIS/LEADS Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with judges, court employees, law enforcement, attorneys, and the public.
• Ability to investigate, interpret, analyze, summarize, and apply information to make decisions.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English for diverse audiences.
• Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and excellent attendance record.
• Patience, objectivity, maturity, effectiveness under stress, initiative, adaptability, leadership, and sound judgment.

Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have experience in the criminal justice field.

The Court expects the incumbent to adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures; act as a role model; perform duties promptly and accurately; meet productivity standards; and communicate regularly with supervisors.

The individual holding this position is an at‑will employee and is not a member of a bargaining unit. The Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other class protected by Ohio, federal, or local law.

To be considered, submit the following:

• A completed application (internal candidates must update Skills and Qualifications in Oracle).
• A cover letter detailing your interest, qualifications, and salary expectations.
• A resume outlining work experience, education, and three professional references.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, including criminal history, drug screening/testing, employment verification, and reference checks.