JusticePoint Careers & Volunteer Opportunities

The Pretrial Program Specialist plays an important role in the daily operations of JusticePoint. The Program Specialist will be trained in all program functions. The Program Specialist will gain experience completing assessments inside the Rock County jail, working with clients during Pretrial Supervision, and installing/monitoring electronic monitoring equipment.

You will be the critical link between clients who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse in navigating the criminal justice system. By monitoring a client’s bond conditions for Court, you will assist in holding them accountable. Working with the client to identify any barriers for appearing in court and how to remain arrest free. By referring clients to resources in the community, you aim to help address any identified individual needs and goals. You will Electronic Monitoring devices, such as Allied GPS and Secure Continuous Alcohol monitoring (SCRAM) devices. Producing timely and accurate EM reports for case managers and the Courts. When assisting in screening, you will be assessing the needs of individuals who are arrested and booked into the Rock County Jail and pending a bail setting decision. While at times conducting more in-depth assessments to identify individuals who may be eligible for treatment and diversion programming in Rock County.

The Jail Screening Specialist is a professional position that assesses the needs of individuals who are arrested and booked into the Milwaukee County Jail and pending a bail setting decision. Using an actuarial risk assessment, the Jail Screening Specialist determines an individual’s risk for pretrial misconduct (defined as risk to miss court or be rearrested while out on bail) and prepares a detailed report used by criminal justice stakeholders to make bail decisions. The Jail Screening Specialist may also be required to conduct a more in-depth assessment to identify individuals who may be eligible for treatment and diversion programming in Milwaukee County. This position will also have shared responsibility in requesting the release of individuals from custody into the Pretrial Supervision program.  The Jail Screening Specialist may also assist with JusticePoint’s Electronic Monitoring (GPS) program outside of business hours.  Many of the individuals served experience mental health and/or substance use disorders.  As such, this role requires an individual who is both empathetic and compassionate.

Duties of the Jail Screening Specialist include completing; face-to-face interviews, pretrial risk assessments, and actuarial risk assessments for defendants booked into the Milwaukee County Jail; conducting accurate criminal history and records checks; Provide written reports for electronic submission to the court that include recommendations for bail and release conditions; entering and maintaining case information in the electronic database; processing and requesting release for individuals in custody to JusticePoint’s Pretrial Supervision program; assisting with location tracking and device maintenance for our Electronic Monitoring (GPS) program outside of business hours; other duties as assigned.

Electronic Monitoring Installers/Specialists are responsible for installing, retrieving, and basic troubleshooting of various electronic monitoring devices (GPS, Remote Breath, Home Curfew, and Continuous Alcohol Monitoring equipment) within 24 hours of request for service.  Installers will receive the electronic service request, obtain the appropriate equipment, and meet clients at community locations and / or the client’s residence.  This position requires significant driving as you will be traveling to various work sites within your assigned area.  A valid license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance is a must.  A company vehicle will be provided upon successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, subject to estimated annual mileage and a satisfactory driving record. Mileage reimbursement is available for those who do not quality for the company vehicle.  This position is ideal for college students, parents with kids in school, retirees, and/or someone looking for experience in the criminal justice field.

This position will be required to pass a background check to become and remain employed under this project and will be required to always have a dependable vehicle and valid insurance while employed by JusticePoint in this position.  This position will require driving.

Electronic Monitoring Installers/Specialists are responsible for installing, retrieving, and basic troubleshooting of various electronic monitoring devices (GPS, Remote Breath, Home Curfew, and Continuous Alcohol Monitoring equipment) within 24 hours of request for service.  Installers will receive the electronic service request, obtain the appropriate equipment, and meet clients at community locations and / or the client’s residence.  This position requires significant driving as you will be traveling to various work sites within your assigned area.  A valid license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance is a must.  A company vehicle will be provided upon successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, subject to estimated annual mileage and a satisfactory driving record. Mileage reimbursement is available for those who do not quality for the company vehicle.  This position is ideal for college students, parents with kids in school, retirees, and/or someone looking for experience in the criminal justice field.

This position will be required to pass a background check to become and remain employed under this project and will be required to always have a dependable vehicle and valid insurance while employed by JusticePoint in this position.  This position will require driving.

NO EXPERIENCE OR DEGREE REQUIRED!

Electronic Monitoring Installers/Specialists are responsible for installing, retrieving, and basic troubleshooting various electronic monitoring devices (GPS, Remote Breath, & Continuous Alcohol Monitoring) within 24 hours of request for service.  Installers will receive notification of the service request, secure the necessary devices/equipment, and meet clients at community locations and client homes. This position requires significant driving as you will be traveling to various work sites within your assigned area so you must have a valid license and auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is available. This opportunity is ideal for college students, parents with kids in school, retirees, and/or someone looking for experience in the criminal justice field.