Job Description

The salary for this position is: $5,405.00 - $7,189.00 monthly.

Thurston County Pretrial Services seeks a Pretrial Diversion Officer I as part of its Pretrial Diversion Team. This team works collaboratively with both criminal justice and behavioral health partners to assist individuals in completing treatment-focused diversion agreements in lieu of incarceration, possibly resulting in dismissal of criminal charges.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing a caseload of individuals with behavioral health needs who have entered into diversion agreements
• Making referrals to community services providers.
• Monitoring client compliance with diversion agreements and conditions of release, including submitting written reports, making recommendations, and/ or testifying in court as needed.
• Conducting risk and needs assessments for individuals involved in criminal cases by conducting interviews and reviewing records.
• Accessing criminal history databases.
• Communicating with attorneys, court personnel, and community-based providers.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring court documentation is filed in a timely manner.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

To view the full job classification, click here Pretrial Services Officer I

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment – Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Position may experience extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Schedule - Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m or as approved by supervisor. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings and to meet with clients.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with members of the public, justice partners, and team members. May come into contact with individuals who are argumentative and in highly emotional situations.

WHO WE ARE:

At Thurston County Pretrial Services, our mission is to strengthen community justice and public safety through objective pretrial screening, effective supervision, and alternative programs that connect individuals to community resources. We envision a system built on equity and collaboration, aiding justice-impacted people on their path to positive change.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Why you’ll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com

Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, criminal justice or public administration. Additional years of experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Must have completed course work in substance use, mental health, and/or domestic violence studies.
• Three (3) years of experience in the criminal justice or social services field interviewing, counseling or supervising justice-involved individuals.
• Must be able to pass background clearance to for access to enter corrections facility and run criminal record history.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
  

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of evidence-based diversion and pretrial practices;
• Experience with casework including working with individuals with behavioral health needs;
• Experience working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders;
• Experience deescalating individuals in crisis;
• Knowledge of local community resources; and
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact: Carrie Hennen by email at carrie.hennen@co.thurston.wa.us or by phone at 360-742-9707.

This position is:

• Not represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits

Items requested for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Applicant Disclosure Questions

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.