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Lima Municipal Court

Pretrial Service Officer

Lima Municipal Court, Lima, Ohio, United States, 45807

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Job Opportunities Under general direction from the Lima Municipal Court judges, prepares bond reports and supervises individuals referred to Pretrial Services pending final case disposition.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interviews defendants who have been referred by the Lima Municipal Court for a bond review.

Completion of ORAS, DVI, and GIRPRA evaluations on all clients referred to Pretrial Services upon intake.

Gathers and verifies all background information, compiles criminal histories utilizing local and nationwide criminal justice databases, and prepares written bond reports for the Lima Municipal Court to include bond recommendations and special conditions of bond.

Assumes supervision of defendants granted conditions of unsecured appearance bonds to Pretrial Services, reviews, explains, and obtains signatures acknowledging bond conditions, links defendants to necessary social services as needed, or as ordered by the Court, establishes a reporting schedule, requires observation of urine screenings, oral testing and documentation of those results, may require home visits, and notifies the Court of bond violations.

Appears in Court as required for arraignments, bond hearings, or status hearings, and may provide testimony in Court.

Must have the capability to remain neutral and objective.

Must work well under pressure and with strict time constraints.

Must be comfortable working in both an office and a jail setting, with a diverse population of individuals accused of felony and misdemeanor offenses, some of whom are considered high risk and/or violent.

Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills when working with defendants, attorneys, and other court personnel.

Establishes relationships with outside agencies to assist with orders for a variety of assessments and defendant needs, including but not limited to mental health services, drug/alcohol addiction, employment, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess computer/technical skills/abilities, including the ability to use personal computers and other office machines to prepare related reports as required.

Must possess written and oral communication skills/abilities, including the ability to communicate with individuals of varying intellectual, emotional, and physical abilities, and to maintain confidentiality in regard to client information and records.

Qualifications

Associate degree and/or Military Service.

Experience with social services, case management, and evidence-based practices preferred.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a criminal background check.

Application Interested applicants should apply by emailing a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the appropriate contact email.

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