Under general supervision, supervises defendant’s compliance with court-ordered mandates; appears in court to present or respond to recommendations on sentencing; manages a case load average of 200 to 300 offenders. Qualifications Associates degree and two (2) years experience in the judiciary, in a criminal justice position, in counseling, or another human services discipline. Relevant education may substitute for experience and relevant experience may substitute for education at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours equating to one (1) year full-time work experience. Ability to communicate in a second language is desirable but not required. Must be able to obtain and maintain NCIC certification. Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license with no moving violations; or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, character, honesty, integrity, criminal record, driving record, etc. Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment; may be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry and vision to monitor; may be subject to extended periods of intense concentration in the review of documents and reports. May be subject to bending, reaching, kneeling and lifting such as retrieving files, records, and reports. Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays. Utilize, process, and navigate the County’s electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Duties & Responsibilities Considers defendant's educational, family, criminal, employment and social background, and assesses appropriate monitoring levels. Secures signed monitoring agreement from offender with signature of presiding judge; files papers with the court and notifications with the Communication Center. Monitors compliance of offender as a condition of release and informs court as necessary of the same; evaluates compliance on an ongoing basis and makes recommendations to the court, including revocation or early release by presiding judge. Appears in Magistrate Court at arraignments, preliminary hearings or pretrial with written and oral reports; interprets and disposes of drug test samples. Appears in court to elaborate, defend and respond to the Court; confers with State and defense attorneys, provides advice and recommendations; reports status of offender to Court and program supervisors. Maintains current roster of offenders; secures, manages, updates and governs individual case files by assuring that files contain essential and relevant documents. Organizes and prepares monthly statistical reports regarding arrests, releases, court appearances and other relevant information; provides anecdotal information. Performs other related duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of San Juan (NM)
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