Post-Sentencing Support Specialist

Overview

Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate through challenges and achieve their goals? The City of Missoula is offering an exciting opportunity for those interested in a career as a Post-Sentencing Support Specialist within our Municipal Court.

Details:Applicant screening will begin onThursday, May 2, 2024.This position will remain open until filled.

To Apply:All applicants must submitthe

City of Missoula Application.Please ensure that all details are entered on the application form.

Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.

The posted wage range is the starting wage range only. The full range for the position is $24.02 - $27.98/hour and will increase each year for longevity and cost of living adjustments.

Essential Functions

• Enter records, such as: court codes and sentencing information into databases.

• Meet and communicate with individuals after sentencing to ensure understanding of sentenced conditions and provide assistance in successfully completing conditions during pending sentences and/or a petition to revoke process.

• Establish relationships with service providers in the community to develop robust referral materials and streamline communications between court and providers.

• Collaborate with staff to develop effective transition between pre and post sentencing, including participating in Shelter Court, Traffic Court, and Pretrial Assistance to Support Success (PASS) meetings.

• Maintain up to date records, such as: case dispositions, court orders, status of tickets, court appearances, fines, etc.

• Draft and issue court documentation, such as: warrants, summonses, release orders, etc.

• Manage and perform the processes of suspending and reinstating driver's licenses.

• Maintain and distribute court calendar.

• Monitor court ordered programs; create follow-up referrals for treatment providers.

• Identify post-sentencing issues requiring follow-up or referrals.

• Collaborate with the Judges to draft policies and procedures to ensure continued program efficacy.

• Train Court staff on post-sentencing related topics, policies, and/or procedures.

• Assist the public, Court staff, Judges, and other agencies via telephone, email, and in person with information regarding cases.

• Accept and apply payments; balance cash drawer and calculate daily transactions.

• Provide backup support for Judge's Clerk and Settlement Master.

• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of general office procedures and practices, including data entry, record management, generating reports, etc.

• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, general court operations, principles, and practices, including policies, laws, legal codes, regulations, etc.

• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, general criminal justice system operations, including tickets, warrants, court orders, sentencing conditions, etc.

• Skill in utilizing various computer software and databases, including Microsoft 365, and the ability to learn job-specific applications and equipment.

• Skill in payment handling and reconciliation procedures for cash, credit cards and checks.

• Skill in organization, time management and prioritizing with the proven ability to have keen attention to detail and accuracy in performing work with adherence to strict deadlines.

• Skill in communication, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals.

• Ability to participate in providing collaborative problem-solving solutions.

• Ability toprovide effective customer service, including the ability to assess needs, apply service standards and evaluate customer satisfaction.

• Ability to maintain current knowledge, developments, and trends related to specific area of focus and/or assigned projects.

• Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.

• Ability to resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.

• Ability to learn departmental and City of Missoula practices and procedures.

Qualifications and Additional Application Materials

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of court, criminal legal, case management experience, or another relevant field.