Community Justice Pretrial Specialist-Eligibility List

Community Justice Pretrial Specialist-Eligibility List

Salary

$30.75 Hourly

Location

FC 2307 Midpoint, CO

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202600339

Department

Community Justice Alternatives

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

Larimer County Alternative Sentencing Department is seeking a Community Justice Pretrial Specialist to join our team.

This is an entry-level position offering the opportunity to gain an understanding of judicial services, programs, and policies, knowledge of court and sentencing processes, understanding of the workings of a correctional environment, understanding of criminal behaviors, and methods of conflict resolution. In this role, youll work in the Pretrial Services program supporting adult offenders in Larimer County.

Successful candidates can expect to begin their employment with Pretrial Services working in the Intake Unit housed in the booking area at the Larimer County Jail. The intake unit is staffed 24/7, so shifts include day, swing and night shifts. A successful candidate will also be able and willing to work weekends and holidays. Larimer County also now has a Pretrial facility in Loveland, so there is a possibility shifts will be completed there.

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Interviewing each arrestee.
• Conducting criminal history investigations.
• Verifying information on the bond application.
• Using the information gathered in these investigations and criteria set forth in Colorado Statutes and Administrative Orders.
• Making recommendations to the court regarding bond conditions and type in order to help reduce the risk for the individual's potential return to the community.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Community_Justice_Pretrial_Specialist

What were looking for:

• A proficient writer.
• Ability to learn new databases.
• Compile information from databases into a report for the court.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Two (2) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred.
• Equivalent to a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a related field required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Possession of Adult CPR, First Aid and AED certification within three (3) months of hire date required.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire is required.

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

To view information on Larimer Countys Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

Successful candidates can expect to begin their employment with Pretrial Services working in the Intake Unit housed in the booking area at the Larimer County Jail. The intake unit is staffed 24/7, so shifts include day, swing and night shifts. A successful candidate will also be able and willing to work weekends and holidays. Larimer County also now has a Pretrial facility in Loveland, so there is a possibility shifts will be completed there.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

01

Community Justice Alternatives requires that you enter your employment history for the past 10 years on the application, including explanations for any gaps in employment. This information is essential for thorough application screening, interview processes, and background investigations. By selecting "yes," you acknowledge that you understand and agree to provide this information.

• Yes
• No

02

As part of your application your criminal history may be checked in the CCIC/NCIC and Colorado State Court-Data Access systems that the department has direct access to. A member of the department hiring team will reach out to you to collect the necessary personal information to complete this criminal background check. If you prefer to provide the requested personal information in a different manner, please request that at the time of the call. By marking yes, you are acknowledging you understand this.

• Yes
• No

03

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

04

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

05

Do you have two (2) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have equivalent to a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a related field OR do you have related education or experience that may be substituted on a year-for-year basis?

• Yes
• No

07

Which best describes your level of education?

• High School diploma or GED
• Some college
• Trade/Vocational Certificate/Degree
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• PhD
• I do not possess at least a High School diploma or GED

08

If you currently possess a Bachelors degree or higher, please indicate the field of study in the space provided.

09

If you feel that you have the equivalent to a Bachelors Degree, please describe the education, work experience, or training you have that you feel is the equivalent.

10

Do you have possession of or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire date Adult CPR, First Aid, and AED certification?

• Yes
• No

11

Will you have possession of a valid Drivers License by the date of hire?

• Yes
• No

12

After an initial training period, the successful candidate for this position will be assigned a work schedule consisting of nights, weekends, swing shifts, and/or holidays. Are you available and willing to work this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

13

Describe your experience working with report writing for the Court.

14

Do you have prior work experience of at least 6 months with a Pretrial Release Services Program?

• Yes
• No

15

If you have at least 6 months with a Pretrial Release Services Program please type the name of the program and your position in that program.

16

Describe your experience working specifically with adult offenders in a criminal justice setting?

17

Do you have work experience utilizing basic interviewing skills?

• Yes
• No

18

Please give examples of your most recent experience with utilizing basic interviewing skills. If no experience, type None.

19

How did you hear about this job?

20

Are you a current Larimer County Employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Larimer County