Loudoun County Government
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Have you felt a calling for public service? Do you have a passion for transforming lives while promoting community safety and personal accountability? If you answered yes to these questions, a job with Loudoun County Community Corrections offers a fantastic opportunity to use cutting edge technologies and innovative strategies to reduce recidivism and promote lasting change in those we serve. Working in our department isn’t just a job…it’s a mission, and YOU can make a difference in your community every day! The Department of Community Corrections is currently seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Pretrial Officer position. Responsibilities
Supervise a caseload of defendants referred to the Pretrial Division of the Department of Community Corrections for pretrial supervision by the Courts or the Office of the Loudoun County Magistrate, according to DCJS standards. Regularly attend court proceedings and maintain accurate automated case log notes and records. Perform drug/alcohol testing and complete risk assessments. Make and present recommendations to the Court for bond release. Interview recently arrested individuals in custody and conduct criminal background checks and pretrial investigations. Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or related field, and a minimum of two years of work-related experience within the criminal justice or counseling field. Successful candidate must undergo and complete a criminal background check. An annual DMV record check will be required. Willingness to supervise criminal defendants and perform occasional residential visits, some of whom may have an arrest history of violent crime. Experience working with criminal justice-involved individuals and/or strong background/knowledge/education in substance abuse, addiction, mental health, domestic violence, and appropriate services/treatments is preferred. Collecting samples for urinalysis and administration of alcohol breath tests is required. Strong writing skills and ability to compile facts and information into concise reports for submission to the Court. Strong communication skills to interact professionally and build relationships with legal community members (Commonwealth’s Attorneys, Police Officers, Defense Attorneys, Judges, Court Personnel). Ability to work as part of a team within the Pretrial Division and with the entire Community Corrections Department. VCIN certification is required; the selected candidate will obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Experience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness is preferred. Spanish speaking is preferred.
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Have you felt a calling for public service? Do you have a passion for transforming lives while promoting community safety and personal accountability? If you answered yes to these questions, a job with Loudoun County Community Corrections offers a fantastic opportunity to use cutting edge technologies and innovative strategies to reduce recidivism and promote lasting change in those we serve. Working in our department isn’t just a job…it’s a mission, and YOU can make a difference in your community every day! The Department of Community Corrections is currently seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Pretrial Officer position. Responsibilities
Supervise a caseload of defendants referred to the Pretrial Division of the Department of Community Corrections for pretrial supervision by the Courts or the Office of the Loudoun County Magistrate, according to DCJS standards. Regularly attend court proceedings and maintain accurate automated case log notes and records. Perform drug/alcohol testing and complete risk assessments. Make and present recommendations to the Court for bond release. Interview recently arrested individuals in custody and conduct criminal background checks and pretrial investigations. Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or related field, and a minimum of two years of work-related experience within the criminal justice or counseling field. Successful candidate must undergo and complete a criminal background check. An annual DMV record check will be required. Willingness to supervise criminal defendants and perform occasional residential visits, some of whom may have an arrest history of violent crime. Experience working with criminal justice-involved individuals and/or strong background/knowledge/education in substance abuse, addiction, mental health, domestic violence, and appropriate services/treatments is preferred. Collecting samples for urinalysis and administration of alcohol breath tests is required. Strong writing skills and ability to compile facts and information into concise reports for submission to the Court. Strong communication skills to interact professionally and build relationships with legal community members (Commonwealth’s Attorneys, Police Officers, Defense Attorneys, Judges, Court Personnel). Ability to work as part of a team within the Pretrial Division and with the entire Community Corrections Department. VCIN certification is required; the selected candidate will obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Experience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness is preferred. Spanish speaking is preferred.
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