Job Description

Job Posting End Date:

04-14-2026

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The Deflection Specialist LTE is responsible for coordinating, operating, and innovating a Deflection Program. The program includes case management, community outreach and engagement, grant management and writing, and stakeholder engagement. This position will be housed in the District Attorney’s Office and will work in collaboration with the Sheriff’s Office, Wausau Police Department, other Law Enforcement Departments, and community-based services

Examples of Work Performed:

The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Establishes and maintains effective lines of communication with other stakeholders, including treatment providers and service workers, so partnerships are developed, and an effective program is achieved.
• Receives and reviews referrals, then develop and prepare individualized case strategies for community-based referrals in a trauma-informed manner consistent with their identified risk level, needs, and resources.
• Performs risks-needs assessment with participants.
• Prepares, maintains, and disseminates accurate referral information in a timely manner.
• Works quickly and efficiently with last minute referrals that arise abruptly or unexpectedly.
• Establishes follow ups with referrals both before program entry and during the program.
• Consults and staff with direct supervisor to aid referrals.
• Schedules conferences with participants to discuss program objectives, program enrollment, referrals to community resources, and monitor compliance.
• Has a demonstrated computer proficiency to meet job deliverables by using case management software and Microsoft Suite.
• Communicates with participant to ensure compliance with agreement terms and conditions. Monitors compliance with service providers.
• Prepares, monitors, maintains, and closes referral cases and discharges the participant from the Deflection Program.
• Prepares, coordinates, and leads community outreach events.
• Provides training to law enforcement about program mission, goals, eligibility criteria, participant selection, implementation fidelity, tracking, and evaluation.
• Attends continuing education, implement research, and remain current with legal issues, evidence-based practices, and trends relating to position.
• Assists with or leads new project proposals, new project follow-through, and program evaluations. Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs related work as required or assigned.
• Helps prepare for and presents Deflection information at scheduled events.
• Performs research, assessments, or coordinates with existing published information and stakeholders to determine community needs in the course of program implementation and evaluation.
• Coordinates, performs, tracks, and presents evaluations on program on outcomes, implementation fidelity, and impact.
• Researches diversifying funding through grant or other grant opportunities. This position will lead grant writing and reporting.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Public Health, or other closely related behavioral science field; OR an Associate’s degree with at least three (3) years equivalent experience which requires knowledge of the judicial system, substance use disorders, community-level interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Other combinations of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of substance use disorders, community-level outreach, and justice system.
• Ability to advise and provide interpretation regarding the application of policies, procedures, and standards to specific situations.
• Knowledge of government and community resources available for referrals.
• Skill in facilitating meetings with participants.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with participants, police officers, prosecutors, support staff, and the public.
• Skill in preparing reports including referrals and evaluations.
• Ability to efficiently operate a computer including familiarity with varied internet and research sites, plus word processing and data base program, including Microsoft Suite as well as case management software.
• Skill in multitasking and managing high volume of cases.
• Ability to independently make sound judgments and decisions and solve problems in accordance with general department policy and procedures.
• Ability to exercise discretion in maintaining the confidentiality of legal proceedings.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and exercise initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, other County employees, attorneys, medical professionals, outside agencies, and the public.
• Knowledge of grant writing, grant reporting, and evaluation.

Compensation:

Starting hourly rate of pay: $27.61 + Marathon County benefits

Physical Requirements:

Low Physical Requirements - Job involves minimal physical exertion or movement. This job typically requires prolonged sitting, limited walking, or minor lifting.

All physical requirements are described with the intent to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

Selection Procedure:

The selection of the successful candidate may be made by assessment of education and work experience, oral interview, review of references, and/or other job-related selection procedures. Depending on position requirements, the selected candidate may be required to satisfactorily complete post-offer assessments, including but not limited to education verification, background checks, driver license verification, physical examination, psychological assessment, and drug screening paid for by the County.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information. If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law