Bexar County, TX
Salary:
$4,411.00 Monthly Location :
Pretrial Services - 222 South Comal San Antonio, TX Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
2025-02177 Department:
Office of Criminal Justice Policy, Planning & Programs Division:
Pretrial Services Opening Date:
08/27/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for supervising the activities of Pretrial Bond Officers in the release and supervision of defendants eligible to apply for release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond; submits bond applications and substantiating information to County and District Courts for approval/denial; coordinates the release of inmates approved for PR Bond; monitors the compliance of conditions ordered by the court; conducts training; and performs related duties as required. Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises, trains and evaluates Pretrial Bond Officer's Prepares, submits and maintains daily time and attendance records Assists Pretrial Bond Officer's in resolving difficult or complex cases Interviews inmates and defendants to obtain personal information Conducts investigations on PR Bond applicants and defendants utilizing computer to access Federal, State and local criminal information sources Reviews and coordinates submission of bond applications and supporting information to appropriate Magistrates, County or District Courts for review and approval/denial Provides court with additional information or clarification as necessary Reviews and approves Violation Reports to the courts On call for directly contacting judges to communicate defendant violations on a 24/7 basis Coordinate the process of arresting defendants with active warrants Coordinates and processes affidavits regarding defendant eligibility for court appointed legal representation Coordinates and conducts field/residence investigations with Pretrial Bond Officers Compiles statistics and prepares periodic reports Performs related duties as required Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or closely related field, and three (3) years criminal justice system experience in case management, (mental health or substance abuse programs), plus experience in the preparation of reports to the courts for personal bond or the direct supervision of offenders or defendants in pretrial, probation or parole; or the equivalent combination of education and experience Good knowledge of eligibility requirements of bond release program; knowledge of criminal justice system; knowledge of and skill in the use of the Criminal Justice Information System, National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center databases Skill in interpreting regulatory legislation regarding detention and release guidelines Ability to supervise administrative and clerical employees; ability to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, County employees, outside organizations, attorneys, court officials, law enforcement agencies and the general public Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation with no criminal convictions by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office Must be able to obtain valid National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center certification Must have a valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test Required to be on-call 24-hours a day Required to work irregular hours including scheduled evenings and weekends Required to perform shift work. May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are in a jail environment or supervision office; exposure to blood, body fluids or other potentially infectious material, cramped work area and high noise levels Occasionally moves items weighing up to 25 pounds Occasionally move about the office Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Positions self to perform essential functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Supplemental Information Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by Bexar County: NOTE : Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for Bexar County Benefits. 01
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
High School Diploma or G.E.D Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree None
02
Which best describes the area of concentration of your highest level of education completed?
Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Other None
03
Which best describes your years of criminal justice system experience in case management, (mental health or substance abuse programs)?
No Experience 1 Year Experience 2 Years Experience 3 Years Experience 4 Years Experience 5 Years Experience 6 Years Experience 7 or more Years
04
Do you have experience in the preparation of reports to the courts for personal bond or the direct supervision of offenders or defendants in pretrial, probation or parole?
Yes No
05
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation with no criminal convictions by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office?
Yes No
06
Are you able to obtain National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center Certification?
Yes No
07
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle?
Yes No
08
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?
Yes No
09
Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?
Yes No
10
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to be on-call 24-hours a day?
Yes No
11
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to work irregular hours including scheduled evenings and weekends?
Yes No
12
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to perform shift work?
Yes No
13
Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?
Yes No
Required Question
$4,411.00 Monthly Location :
Pretrial Services - 222 South Comal San Antonio, TX Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
2025-02177 Department:
Office of Criminal Justice Policy, Planning & Programs Division:
Pretrial Services Opening Date:
08/27/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for supervising the activities of Pretrial Bond Officers in the release and supervision of defendants eligible to apply for release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond; submits bond applications and substantiating information to County and District Courts for approval/denial; coordinates the release of inmates approved for PR Bond; monitors the compliance of conditions ordered by the court; conducts training; and performs related duties as required. Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises, trains and evaluates Pretrial Bond Officer's Prepares, submits and maintains daily time and attendance records Assists Pretrial Bond Officer's in resolving difficult or complex cases Interviews inmates and defendants to obtain personal information Conducts investigations on PR Bond applicants and defendants utilizing computer to access Federal, State and local criminal information sources Reviews and coordinates submission of bond applications and supporting information to appropriate Magistrates, County or District Courts for review and approval/denial Provides court with additional information or clarification as necessary Reviews and approves Violation Reports to the courts On call for directly contacting judges to communicate defendant violations on a 24/7 basis Coordinate the process of arresting defendants with active warrants Coordinates and processes affidavits regarding defendant eligibility for court appointed legal representation Coordinates and conducts field/residence investigations with Pretrial Bond Officers Compiles statistics and prepares periodic reports Performs related duties as required Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or closely related field, and three (3) years criminal justice system experience in case management, (mental health or substance abuse programs), plus experience in the preparation of reports to the courts for personal bond or the direct supervision of offenders or defendants in pretrial, probation or parole; or the equivalent combination of education and experience Good knowledge of eligibility requirements of bond release program; knowledge of criminal justice system; knowledge of and skill in the use of the Criminal Justice Information System, National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center databases Skill in interpreting regulatory legislation regarding detention and release guidelines Ability to supervise administrative and clerical employees; ability to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, County employees, outside organizations, attorneys, court officials, law enforcement agencies and the general public Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation with no criminal convictions by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office Must be able to obtain valid National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center certification Must have a valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test Required to be on-call 24-hours a day Required to work irregular hours including scheduled evenings and weekends Required to perform shift work. May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are in a jail environment or supervision office; exposure to blood, body fluids or other potentially infectious material, cramped work area and high noise levels Occasionally moves items weighing up to 25 pounds Occasionally move about the office Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Positions self to perform essential functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Supplemental Information Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by Bexar County: NOTE : Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for Bexar County Benefits. 01
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
High School Diploma or G.E.D Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree None
02
Which best describes the area of concentration of your highest level of education completed?
Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Other None
03
Which best describes your years of criminal justice system experience in case management, (mental health or substance abuse programs)?
No Experience 1 Year Experience 2 Years Experience 3 Years Experience 4 Years Experience 5 Years Experience 6 Years Experience 7 or more Years
04
Do you have experience in the preparation of reports to the courts for personal bond or the direct supervision of offenders or defendants in pretrial, probation or parole?
Yes No
05
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation with no criminal convictions by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office?
Yes No
06
Are you able to obtain National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center Certification?
Yes No
07
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle?
Yes No
08
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?
Yes No
09
Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?
Yes No
10
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to be on-call 24-hours a day?
Yes No
11
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to work irregular hours including scheduled evenings and weekends?
Yes No
12
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to perform shift work?
Yes No
13
Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?
Yes No
Required Question