A Pretrial Officer is responsible for many investigative and procedural duties relating to the supervision of a criminal defendant awaiting a trial. A well-drafted Pretrial Officer Resume mentions the following duties and responsibilities – determining whether the defendant poses a threat to himself or others while awaiting trial, interviewing the defendant, consulting with police and court officials, investigating the defendant’s ties to the community, criminal record, and financial disposition, and relationships with others. Other duties include the following – investigating defendants for their prosperity for violence and likelihood of attending a trial, determining the mental health of defendants, making recommendations to court officials, and monitoring the activities of defendants.
Smaller justice departments require only an associate degree. However, a bachelor’s degree is commonly expected. A degree in criminal justice may be sufficient at providing the necessary knowledge and experience. Completing a practicum or internship in an area of criminal justice will be highly preferred.
Objective : To continue growth in the field of criminal justice by pursuing a career as a U.S. Probation Officer, where motivation, ambition and hard work are required, encouraged and rewarded, Conducting interviews with applicants and eliciting the information necessary to develop an accurate profile of the applicant Investigating, Interviewing criminal defendants and conducted criminal history checks and verified defendant's background.
Skills : MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Access, PIPS-R, JPAS, SIMS, SID, Lexis Nexis, Salesforce, GPS Software/Equipment, PIPS.
Description :
Supervised a specialized caseload of pretrial defendants as required by the magistrate, Court, Loudoun County, DCJS standards.
Testified under oath when called by the Commonwealth's Attorney, defense attorney or Judge.
Notified courts of non-compliance.
Requested show cause or capias warrant as needed.
Summited all necessary completion reports, violation letters and other correspondence to the Court in a professional manner by established deadlines, in accordance with Loudoun County Courts, office and DCJHS standards.
Maintained accurate automated PTCC notes and case files.
Performed Pre-sentence reports as directed by the court.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In Criminal Justice
Pretrial Officer Resume
Objective : Dynamic, performance-motivated Pretrial Officer professional specializing in driving result - driven initiatives towards supporting a progressive organization in maximizing their performance for better business processes and practices. Encompassing strategic planning, interactive marketing, media planning, and public relations with the ability and skill set to provide creative, innovative, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking in a team environment.
Skills : Microsft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Inventory Management, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Time Managment.
Description :
Reviewed and summited risk assessment and pretrial investigation reports to court.
Ensured reports and bond motions are provided each day to Court for arraignments.
Investigated and supervised persons charged with and convicted of crimes against the United States.
Performed professional investigative work around the clock to provide quality and timely information to the criminal courts, which supports the judicial decision to release or detain the defendant.
Pretrial Officers in the Intake & Investigation unit conducted a full intake/investigation on defendants as a part of the booking process into the jail.
Pretrial Officers verified the inmate's intake information and produce a quality first appearance report that is used by the judges as they make their pretrial release decisions.
Reported directly to the Pretrial Services Manager and/or Pretrial Supervisors.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelors Of Science
Pretrial Officer Resume
Objective : Goal is to obtain a rewarding and challenging Pretrial Officer position that will not only allow me to use my current education and experience, but will also present an opportunity for me to gain new knowledge as well,& Preparing pretrial summary bond reports, Calling judges for bond decisions.
Skills : Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Government, Verbal Presentations, Written Communication.
Description :
Interviewed defendants in jail within 24 hours of incarceration.
Completed required needs and risk assessments.
Processed large quantities of detailed background checks.
Made recommendations to Court for Pretrial release with supervision.
Managed a caseload of clients released from incarceration on conditions ordered by the Court.
Monitored compliance with conditions of contract and maintain contact with various agencies and offices.
Recorded drug test lab results.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Master's In Safety
Pretrial Officer Resume
Summary : Pretrial Officer is managing large caseloads, Experienced working with Mentally Ill Effectively communication with diverse groups, working independently or with a group Strong Interpersonal Skills Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point Knowledge Experienced in Customer Service Experienced working with Intellectually Disabled A Leader is a dealer of hope Napoleon Bonaparte.
Skills : Experience with Microsoft Office, Detail oriented, Strategic thinker, Teamplay and multi-tasker.
Description :
Completed assessments on arrested offenders to be presented to the Judge during bond hearings.
Managed offenders who are on pretrial release programs.
Organized of community resources in assistance to the offenders in order to assure they are successful in their programs of release.
Substance Abuse Counselor In worked with the offenders who were on pretrial release I was responsible for assuring they stay free of any illegal substances.
Domestic Violence Counselor Counseled the clients in order to assure that they received treatment for any domestic violence related issues.
Advocated for clients in order to be placed in a safe environment while receiving the treatment they needed for domestic violence issues.
Organized community resources and provided them to the clients as needed.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Counseling
Pretrial Officer Resume
Headline : To obtain a beneficial Pretrial Officer position that will correlate with my professional and educational experience, Supervising people on community-based sentences, such as monitored home detention, and provide field supervision of clients by conducting curfew checks., Conducting pretrial services booking interviews in the jail facilities, Determining indigent status for public defender representation.
Skills : Computer programs: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, .
Description :
Interviewed arrested defendants for the purpose of obtaining bond.
Conducted state and federal background checks.
Maintained case files on each defendant.
Extensive record keeping, electronic mail and filing.
Performed Drug Court assessments and Addiction Severity Index.
Maintained confidentiality of individual information.
Scheduled court appointments and trained new employees.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate In General Studies
Pretrial Officer Resume
Headline : Seeking a Pretrial Officer position of employment with your company,& Writing summary reports that include a detailed criminal history of the defendant and recommendation to the judge regarding pretrial release, Assisting officers conduct investigations and verify background information concerning persons charged with a federal offense when they are arrested or summoned to court.
Skills : Case Management, CPR Certified, Computer, Facilitation, Investigation, Faxing.
Description :
Initiated and coordinated activities to access defendants in the city and county jails.
Interviewed defendants and elicited needed information Investigated and documented the criminal and social history of interviewed defendants.
Consolidated information compiled on defendants and assess risk of misconduct.
Instructed defendants about conditions and obligations of release.
Completed reports in STECIC, TCIC/NCIC and generates J.I.M.S.
transactions that provide information necessary to document department activities.
Responded to inquiries from defendants and the public about the pre-trial process.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In Criminal Justice
Pretrial Officer Resume
Summary : Motivated self -starter with a passion for helping others. I have worked in the human services field for over 14 years. I have worked with children and adults with: developmental impairments, chronic illnesses, and with handicaps. I have worked in correctional settings, homes, and group homes, Conduct drug testing on defendants. Recording results of drug testing into PACTS and notify pretrial services officers of results. Maintaining drug testing equipment, including oversight of supplies.
Skills : Courts, Criminal Justice.
Description :
Monitored Bond conditions set by the Judge on Defendants who have been released from jail by the courts.
Helped evaluate and determine if individuals are eligible for release based on their criminal history.
Dealed with the public on a daily bases and have to be professional at all times.
Used I demonstrate many skills during this job, I am great with the public and can present myself in a professional manner.
Collaborated with personnel in criminal justice and human service agencies, representatives of the legal community, and others to achieve department goals.
Made referrals to community resources for defendants when needed.
Summited detailed reports to the appropriate entities.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Associate In Criminal Justice
Pretrial Officer Resume
Headline : Seeking a full time position as a& Pretrial Officer, Maintain contact with pretrial services officers to ensure all clients required to undergo urinalysis are tested. Providing administrative assistance to the Location Monitoring Unit, Assisting officers with administrative duties such as filing and scanning of case documents, conducting automated database searches and chronological entries.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service.
Description :
Interviewed people who have been arrested for alleged felony and misdemeanor crimes for the purpose of establishing and verifying residence, family ties, employment and past criminal history to assist the District/County courts in setting appropriate bail bonds.
Secured defendant's information from the Colorado Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (NCIC/CCIC), and the Colorado and Denver Judicial Information System to verify whether or not the defendant has a prior criminal history.
Supervised defendants ordered by the court to be placed under Pretrial Release supervision to ensure appearance for scheduled court hearings and compliance with all court ordered conditions of bond.
Reported the defendant's compliance, or noncompliance to the Courts, District Attorney's and the defense counsel.
Received referrals from the District/County courts, Probation Officer and other criminal justice agencies to provide electronic monitoring through GPS for an In-Home Detention sentence, or for defendants who are court ordered to complete community service hours.
Worked closely with the Douglas County Sheriff's Department to obtain any additional information regarding our clients or to apprehend defendant's that have active warrants issued by our office for non-compliance.
Assisted Judges in and out of court.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Sociology
Pretrial Officer Resume
Headline : Seeking a challenging Pretrial Officer position within the academic field where my practitioner and educational experience is utilized to promote and enhance students academic achievement, Experienced conducting interviews to obtain personal and/or financial information.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite.
Description :
Screened, interviewed newly arrested/detained defendants for bail consideration.
Conducted criminal/DMV background checks and verify defendant information.
Submitted defendant reports with findings which include a risk assessment and recommendation for release or detainment, release recommendations will include conditions of release to address identified risk factors.
Supervised duties include monitoring defendants placed on supervision by a judicial officer and ensure conditions of supervision are adhered.
Identified and provided referrals for resources (i.e. substance abuse counseling/education, mental health, employment, etc).
Administered drug and alcohol screens and provide progress reports to the court.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
M.S In Criminal Justice
Pretrial Officer Resume
Headline : To work in an environment where I can both contribute to an organization's success and gain experience towards professional development,& Experienced communicating effectively, orally and in writing, with people in emotionally charged and stressful situations.
Skills : Intermediate with PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel,.
Description :
Managed administrative and operational aspects of 25-30 cases at once.
Interviewed, investigated, verified, and reported information from defendants prior to their initial court appearance.
Reviewed and prepared written or oral reports to the Judicial Officer and Counsel pertaining to each individual's history, risk factors, and violations.
Supervised individuals to assure their compliance with the conditions of release (office visits, home visits, family visits, and collateral checks).
Completed automated criminal record queries and credit bureau checks.
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