Pretrial Services Officer 2 Full time, TERM in Albuquerque, NM

Summary

Pretrial Services Officer 2Business Unit: 23200Location: Albuquerque, NMEmployment Type: Full-time, TermOverviewThe Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, term Pretrial Services Officer 2 #10117350 in Albuquerque. Acting under the general supervision of the treatment court leadership team, the officer provides structured guidance, accountability, and support to a caseload of high-risk/high-need participants enrolled in a treatment court diversion program. The officer monitors compliance with court‑ordered conditions, facilitates engagement in treatment and supportive services, and uses evidence‑based practices to promote participant stability, reduce recidivism, and support successful program completion.ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough pre-release and pre-adjudication background investigations on defendants.Formulate appropriate release plans and case‑management plans based on statutes, rules, court appearances and criminal history.Supervise a defendant's compliance with court‑ordered programs and conditions of release.Perform as a judicial designee in formulating appropriate recommendations for release eligibility, sanctions, and detention.Release defendants from custody based on court‑ordered release conditions.Document all interactions and update case‑management assessment.Oversee supervision contracts and supervision protocol based on program policies.Verify defendant's needs and develop multifaceted treatment support or referrals.Determine eligibility for specialty court programs.Provide case‑management services based on the defendant's need and court‑ordered conditions of release.Maintain and administer alcohol and drug screening protocols and equipment.Collaborate with treatment providers and monitor defendant compliance reports.Document and notify the court of defendant's compliance to recommend appropriate action.Participate and provide input during court proceedings and other agency meetings.Provide treatment information options to judges, treatment providers, and community members.Monitor defendant's compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.Perform scheduled and spontaneous site visits to participants' homes, schools, workplaces, or other locations to monitor program compliance.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or a related field from an accredited college or university. (Four years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.)Experience: Three years experience in criminal justice, social services, probation, corrections or related field.BenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP) ( paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insuranceOptional flexible spending accounts for medical, day‑care, and travel expensesPaid vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeksEleven (11) paid holidaysUp to 12 weeks of paid parental leaveDeferred Compensation 457(b) planLifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan ( work schedules and alternative work locations*Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NMBilingual compensation*Training and career development opportunitiesHigher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursementMay qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*May receive physical fitness leave*These benefits vary by job classification or need.*Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Second Judicial District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human Resource Division of the need for an accommodation.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Pretrial Services Officer 2Business Unit: 23200Location: Albuquerque, NMEmployment Type: Full-time, TermOverviewThe Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, term Pretrial Services Officer 2 #10117350 in Albuquerque. Acting under the general supervision of the treatment court leadership team, the officer provides structured guidance, accountability, and support to a caseload of high-risk/high-need participants enrolled in a treatment court diversion program. The officer monitors compliance with court‑ordered conditions, facilitates engagement in treatment and supportive services, and uses evidence‑based practices to promote participant stability, reduce recidivism, and support successful program completion.ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough pre-release and pre-adjudication background investigations on defendants.Formulate appropriate release plans and case‑management plans based on statutes, rules, court appearances and criminal history.Supervise a defendant's compliance with court‑ordered programs and conditions of release.Perform as a judicial designee in formulating appropriate recommendations for release eligibility, sanctions, and detention.Release defendants from custody based on court‑ordered release conditions.Document all interactions and update case‑management assessment.Oversee supervision contracts and supervision protocol based on program policies.Verify defendant's needs and develop multifaceted treatment support or referrals.Determine eligibility for specialty court programs.Provide case‑management services based on the defendant's need and court‑ordered conditions of release.Maintain and administer alcohol and drug screening protocols and equipment.Collaborate with treatment providers and monitor defendant compliance reports.Document and notify the court of defendant's compliance to recommend appropriate action.Participate and provide input during court proceedings and other agency meetings.Provide treatment information options to judges, treatment providers, and community members.Monitor defendant's compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.Perform scheduled and spontaneous site visits to participants' homes, schools, workplaces, or other locations to monitor program compliance.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or a related field from an accredited college or university. (Four years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.)Experience: Three years experience in criminal justice, social services, probation, corrections or related field.BenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP) ( paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insuranceOptional flexible spending accounts for medical, day‑care, and travel expensesPaid vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeksEleven (11) paid holidaysUp to 12 weeks of paid parental leaveDeferred Compensation 457(b) planLifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan ( work schedules and alternative work locations*Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NMBilingual compensation*Training and career development opportunitiesHigher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursementMay qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*May receive physical fitness leave*These benefits vary by job classification or need.*Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Second Judicial District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human Resource Division of the need for an accommodation.#J-18808-Ljbffr