Pretrial Bond Officer I

Salary: $3,179.00 Monthly

Location : Pretrial Services - 222 South Comal San Antonio, TX

Job Type: Full-time Regular

Job Number: 2024-00901

Department: Office of Criminal Justice Policy, Planning & Programs

Division: Pretrial Services

Opening Date: 01/04/2024

Closing Date: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Central

Summary

Under direct supervision, is responsible for monitoring the status of defendants released on bond with specialized conditions of bond; verifies defendant information and reviews court documents; tracks number of defendants released or denied bond; and performs related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops case files for defendants released on bond with specialized conditions of bond such as drug testing, substance abuse education, domestic violence, ignition interlock and special supervision
• Verifies defendant information, such as home address, attorney and personal references
• Verifies case information, such as court dates, bond forfeitures and warrants
• Reviews official documents and queries on-line computer databases to determine changes in case status
• Prepares correspondence to criminal courts and reports any bond violations
• Informs defendants, attorneys and court personnel of changes in case or defendant status
• Prepares and submits change of address letters and attorney verification letters
• Maintain case files regarding all defendant supervision activity
• Attempts to contact defendants who fail to report-in or otherwise fail to meet the terms of their bond agreement
• Maintains log file of defendants released or denied bond
• Responds to telephone inquiries from defendants, attorneys, court personnel and the general public concerning cases
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and three (3) years' experience in a legal setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of court procedures; knowledge of basic legal terminology
• Skill in applying rules of English spelling, grammar and punctuation. Skill in operating a personal computer, typewriter and other office equipment
• Ability to accurately enter data; ability to organize information; ability to maintain alphabetic and numeric filing systems; ability to effectively respond to questions and complaints; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, defendants, attorneys, outside organizations 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
• May work weekends and perform shift work
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Conditions and Physical Environment:

• Working conditions are primarily indoors
• Required to work in jail environment
• 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.

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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 your years of legal setting experience?

• No Experience
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years Experience
• 5 Years Experience
• 6 Years Experience
• 7 or more Years

03

Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available to work weekends and perform shift work?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?

• Yes
• No

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