Bexar County, TX
Salary:
$3,777.00 Monthly Location :
Pretrial Services - 222 South Comal San Antonio, TX Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
2025-02196 Department:
Office of Criminal Justice Policy, Planning & Programs Division:
Pretrial Services Opening Date:
09/08/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary Under general supervision, is responsible for identifying, interviewing and processing individuals in the Bexar County Adult Detention Center eligible for legal counsel, financial review and/or release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond; submits bond applications and substantiating information to County and District Courts for approval/denial; instructs inmates on bond requirements; coordinates the release of inmates approved for PR Bond; and performs related duties as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Compiles interview list from daily bookings of inmates eligible to apply for release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond, inmates requiring legal counsel, and/or a Financial Data Report(FDR) Interviews inmates to obtain all pertinent personal, employment, financial and social data required for various eligibility reports Verifies defendant personal and employment information by contacting references provided (friends, family, employers, social workers and relevant internal and external agencies) Conducts background investigation on applicants utilizing computer to access Federal, State and local criminal information databases Submits bond interviews and supporting information to appropriate judge or magistrate for review and provides affidavits for appointment of counsel and FDR affidavits to their respective court Provides criminal courts with additional information or clarification and follows through as necessary Compiles inmate release list data of applicants approved by the court and distributes to Intake Shift Supervisors and jail staff Instructs defendants approved for PR bond regarding release, reporting and supervision requirements Completes and notarizes all contractual documents related to PR Bond release Assists in collection and reporting of bond fees applicable from individuals released on personal bond Performs related duties as required Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or a closely related field, and one (1) year criminal justice system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of criminal justice system; knowledge 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; skill to perform basic mathematical calculations 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 co-workers, County employees, outside organizations, attorneys, court officials, law enforcement agencies and the general public Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish Must obtain National Criminal Information Center, Texas Criminal Information Center certification within one (1) year of employment Must obtain a Notary Public certification within one (1) year of employment Must have a valid driver's license Must have motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle Required to work shifts May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek Work Environment and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are primarily indoors Required to work in jail environment with frequent exposure to hostile people and infectious diseases Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds Occasionally moves 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 experience in criminal justice system?
No Experience 1 Year Experience 2 Years Experience 3 Years Experience 4 Years Experience 5 Years or More
04
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?
Yes No
05
Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?
Yes No
06
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?
Yes No
07
Are you able to obtain National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center Certification (security clearance) within 1 Year of employment?
Yes No
08
Do you acknowledge you must obtain a Notary Public certification within one (1) year of employment?
Yes No
09
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes No
10
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle?
Yes No
11
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to work shifts?
Yes No
12
Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?
Yes No
Required Question
$3,777.00 Monthly Location :
Pretrial Services - 222 South Comal San Antonio, TX Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
2025-02196 Department:
Office of Criminal Justice Policy, Planning & Programs Division:
Pretrial Services Opening Date:
09/08/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary Under general supervision, is responsible for identifying, interviewing and processing individuals in the Bexar County Adult Detention Center eligible for legal counsel, financial review and/or release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond; submits bond applications and substantiating information to County and District Courts for approval/denial; instructs inmates on bond requirements; coordinates the release of inmates approved for PR Bond; and performs related duties as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Compiles interview list from daily bookings of inmates eligible to apply for release on Personal Recognizance (PR) Bond, inmates requiring legal counsel, and/or a Financial Data Report(FDR) Interviews inmates to obtain all pertinent personal, employment, financial and social data required for various eligibility reports Verifies defendant personal and employment information by contacting references provided (friends, family, employers, social workers and relevant internal and external agencies) Conducts background investigation on applicants utilizing computer to access Federal, State and local criminal information databases Submits bond interviews and supporting information to appropriate judge or magistrate for review and provides affidavits for appointment of counsel and FDR affidavits to their respective court Provides criminal courts with additional information or clarification and follows through as necessary Compiles inmate release list data of applicants approved by the court and distributes to Intake Shift Supervisors and jail staff Instructs defendants approved for PR bond regarding release, reporting and supervision requirements Completes and notarizes all contractual documents related to PR Bond release Assists in collection and reporting of bond fees applicable from individuals released on personal bond Performs related duties as required Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or a closely related field, and one (1) year criminal justice system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of criminal justice system; knowledge 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; skill to perform basic mathematical calculations 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 co-workers, County employees, outside organizations, attorneys, court officials, law enforcement agencies and the general public Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish Must obtain National Criminal Information Center, Texas Criminal Information Center certification within one (1) year of employment Must obtain a Notary Public certification within one (1) year of employment Must have a valid driver's license Must have motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle Required to work shifts May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek Work Environment and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are primarily indoors Required to work in jail environment with frequent exposure to hostile people and infectious diseases Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds Occasionally moves 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 experience in criminal justice system?
No Experience 1 Year Experience 2 Years Experience 3 Years Experience 4 Years Experience 5 Years or More
04
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?
Yes No
05
Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?
Yes No
06
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?
Yes No
07
Are you able to obtain National Criminal Information Center and Texas Criminal Information Center Certification (security clearance) within 1 Year of employment?
Yes No
08
Do you acknowledge you must obtain a Notary Public certification within one (1) year of employment?
Yes No
09
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes No
10
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury insurance and a personal vehicle?
Yes No
11
Do you acknowledge this position requires you to work shifts?
Yes No
12
Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?
Yes No
Required Question