CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATION - ASSESSMENT AND INTAKE OFFICER

Salary : $41,795.93 Annually

Location : TX 79901, TX

Job Type : Full Time Regular

Job Number : 2025-00369

Department : Criminal Justice Coordination Department

Opening Date : 11 / 04 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Minimum Qualifications

Acceptable Experience and Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field, and two (2) years of full-time experience in either casework or counseling with good interviewing skills.

Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

In order to access the County's network and systems, a personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date.

Typical Duties

Essential Duties :

Works 24 / 7 rotating shifts as scheduled, including days, swings and graves; conducts pre-release interviews, criminal histories, risk assessments, and indigence eligibility assessments for qualified defendants; works holidays and weekends as assigned.

Interviews individuals and collects information from collateral sources to determine eligibility; completes interview forms and documents; enters information into the county databases; evaluates client eligibility for services; makes appropriate referrals; completes all necessary paperwork, interviews and forwards them for consideration and implementation; notifies appropriate stakeholders of status.

Analyzes records; completes missing data; updates reports; completes detailed criminal history information and summarizes information for reports.

Conducts technical document analysis under strict timeframes and completes accurate and thorough reports for the courts and relevant attorneys.

Performs complex research with attention to detail in order analyze and provide solutions for problems.

Writes, types, or enters information into computers to prepare compilations of data, reports correspondence, or other documents.

• Types, scans, enters records, proofreads and processes a variety of documents including general correspondence, reports, memos and statistical charts from rough draft, or verbal instruction, may compose routine correspondence;
• Maintains case files and records, ensures that they are current, accurate and complete prior to a scheduled date;

As directed, serves as a department representative to coordinate or confer with government officials or community groups on behalf of the client.

Performs various clerical duties on a computer which may include data entry and processing; enters data regarding information on the eligibility status of clients.

Verifies data collected from individuals as a part of determining eligibility and recommendations.

As assigned : post-release, may supervise those who are released with conditions of release on their bond; Coordinates services, monitors compliance with court orders, and recommends additional court action as necessary.

As assigned, verify compliance for mental health conditions, including making phone calls to various doctors or entities, confirming that the defendants are complying with conditions.

Reviews daily jail population report to determine inmates who may qualify for release on personal bond; Identifies, screens, interviews and verifies information provided by defendants and processes defendants for release; prepares bond release forms for approval by the courts.

Analyzes the jail population, conducting daily reports, data entry and other related duties as assigned.

Conducts other data entry and analysis as assigned.

Coordinates with other departments or agencies to assure that assessment is successfully completed and any documentation properly managed.

Conducts screening of defendants for mental health and issues referrals to sister agencies.

Conducts risk and needs analysis and conducts a variety of assessments and / or provides drug alcohol screening.

As assigned : may make home visits of persons under supervision on unscheduled basis or when necessary.

As assigned : coordinates clients' participation in rehabilitative efforts and provides follow up.

Collects urine samples from clients and administers breathalyzer tests, as necessary, in accordance with established department guidelines, and monitors electronic equipment of defendants.

Works closely with Mexican Consulate in releasing Mexican nationals from the Detention Facility.

Works in close collaboration with social agencies underlying client's welfare.

May assist in the development and improvement of department procedures.

Substitutes, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations.

Attends and participates in meetings, trainings, orientations and information sessions.

Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field.

Maintains a positive team atmosphere and works well with others; participates in team building exercises and nurtures positive relationships with colleagues and coworkers.

Maintains a high level of honesty, integrity and ethics both on and off duty, complying with all county and department policies; remains arrest-free and complies with local, state and federal laws or ordinances.

Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and

Creates a high-quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Other Important Duties

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Works weekends, graveyard, holidays and rotating shifts as scheduled.

Acts as on-call officer in detention facility on rotating basis.

May be required to work a flexible schedule and more than 40 hours during the workweek.

May assist in some limited supervision services as assigned, to include the collection or urine screens, breath analyzers, etc.

May be assigned to assist in Electronic Monitoring services.

Travels to and from court, home visits, and other collateral travel with little or no notice.

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and / or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor

Job Summary

Summary of Position

The Assessment Intake Officer assists the El Paso County courts and relevant stakeholders in determining the public safety risk, flight risk and indecency status of defendants. The incumbent provides El Paso stakeholders with accurate and thorough information to enhance bond decisions.

Additional Information

Organizational Relationships

Reports to : CJC Supervisor

Directs : This is a non-supervisory position

Other : Has frequent contact with individuals who are criminally accused but who have not yet gone to trial, Mexican Consulate, local, state and federal agencies social agencies, law enforcement agencies, general public, criminal courts and their staff and other county employees.

Minimum Requirements : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance :

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following :

HOLIDAYS

16 holidays per year as recognized.

VACATION

Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.

10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)

15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)

20 days (15 years of service or over)

SICK LEAVE

Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.

MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES

Military Leave - 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service

Bereavement Leave - 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.

MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS

Plan Costs - Biweekly Rates

Effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025

Medical

Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)

No Discounts

EE Only $5.34

EE & Spouse $145.30

EE & Children $101.93

EE & Family $238.07

2% Tobacco-Free Discount

EE Only - $5.24

EE & Spouse - $142.39

EE & Children - $99.89

EE & Family - $233.31

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount

EE Only - $5.14

EE & Spouse - $139.49

EE & Children - $97.85

EE & Family - $228.55

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount

EE Only - $5.04

EE & Spouse - $136.58

EE & Children - $95.81

EE & Family - $223.79

Core Plan

No Discounts

EE Only - $35.70

EE & Spouse - $226.41

EE & Children - $174.96

EE & Family - $358.61

2% Tobacco-Free Discount

EE Only - $34.98

EE & Spouse - $221.88

EE & Children - $171.46

EE & Family - $351.44

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount

EE Only - $34.26

EE & Spouse - $217.35

EE & Children -$167.96

EE & Family - $344.27

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount

EE Only - $33.56

EE & Spouse - $212.83

EE & Children - $164.46

EE & Family - $337.09

RETIREMENT

Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.

LIFE INSURANCE

Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY

The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.

RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.

SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM

The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT

Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)

Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.

EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER

The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education in Criminal Justice or a related field?

02

Which of the following best describes your experience in either casework or counseling with good interviewing skills?

03

Which of the following best describes your fluency in Spanish?

04

I UNDERSTAND this position requires an extensive background check and I will not be eligible for this position if I have any of the following on my record : Felony Conviction Felony Deferred Adjudication Class A Misdemeanor Conviction Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication Class B Misdemeanor Conviction (in the past l0 years)Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication (in the past l0 years)Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense : Felony or Misdemeanor Family Violence Conviction or Deferred Adjudication

05

I UNDERSTAND this position may require working 8 to 10-hour shifts, weekends and / or holidays.

06

Do you have or can obtain by date of hire a driver's license applicable to the job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to El Paso County.

07

I UNDERSTAND In order for my application to be considered complete, I must answer all the questions in this application. Incomplete or illegible applications will be rejected. A résumé and / or other documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See Résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

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