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:

Continuous

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 supervisionVerifies defendant information, such as home address, attorney and personal referencesVerifies case information, such as court dates, bond forfeitures and warrantsReviews official documents and queries on-line computer databases to determine changes in case statusPrepares correspondence to criminal courts and reports any bond violationsInforms defendants, attorneys and court personnel of changes in case or defendant statusPrepares and submits change of address letters and attorney verification lettersMaintain case files regarding all defendant supervision activityAttempts to contact defendants who fail to report-in or otherwise fail to meet the terms of their bond agreementMaintains log file of defendants released or denied bondResponds to telephone inquiries from defendants, attorneys, court personnel and the general public concerning casesPerforms related duties as requiredMinimum 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 experienceKnowledge of court procedures; knowledge of basic legal terminologySkill in applying rules of English spelling, grammar and punctuation. Skill in operating a personal computer, typewriter and other office equipmentAbility 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 publicMust secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearanceMust clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen testMay work weekends and perform shift workMay be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweekWorking Conditions and Physical Environment:

Working conditions are primarily indoorsRequired to work in jail environmentOccasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 poundsOccasionally moves about the officeFrequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate informationConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity machineryPositions self to perform essential functionsMust 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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Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

High School Diploma or G.E.DAssociates DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeNone

02

Which best describes your years of legal setting experience?

No Experience1 Year Experience2 Years Experience3 Years Experience4 Years Experience5 Years Experience6 Years Experience7 or more Years

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

YesNo

04

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

YesNo

05

Are you available to work weekends and perform shift work?

YesNo

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

YesNo

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