Community Service Field Compliance Specialist

Job Title

This is professional work maintaining compliance through investigations and supervision in the Department of Court Services.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science or related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience such as correctional or police officer. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Must successfully obtain the FDLE Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Certification within 6 months of employment OR assignment requiring access to the Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC)/National Crime Information Center (NCIC). Certification must be maintained as a condition of employment; re-certification required every two years. This is a Level One certification.

Examples of Duties

This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, employees in this classification are required to report to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Provides field supervision of community service workers assigned to the program and verifies community service hours and/or days completed. Drives a County vehicle to perform required duties. Operates a passenger van with and without trailer to transport work crews and lawn maintenance equipment to various worksites. Provides transportation of clients to and from job sites. Duties are performed primarily in an outdoor setting. Plans and implements Community Service Work projects in partnership with community non-profits, governmental and other county departments; determine and estimate the tools, personnel, and equipment to be used for the CSW Projects. Utilizes and maintains program equipment, such as lawn mowers, weed eaters and leaf blowers, while on field projects assisting clients with conducting yard maintenance, debris removal and trash pick-up. Operates lawn tractor, small gas-powered equipment and various hand tools and power tools for lawn maintenance, cleaning, and painting. Manages the operation of the community service work crew activities to ensure those agencies meet the criteria of the department and expectations of judiciary for those sentenced. Supervises and assists crews in conducting various projects at community service worksites. Ensures that defendants/probationers comply with work site agency's needs and expectations. Provides case management of defendants placed on felony, traffic, misdemeanor or compliance probation. Performs intake/assessment at orientation and schedules defendant/probationer for community service work. Screens and evaluates defendants /probationers and assigns them to appropriate community service work sites. Responsible for gathering information for reports due to injury/incidents which may occur during the work day. Submits Incident Report and provides First Notice of Injury to the State of Florida Workers' Compensation Bureau. Maintains certification to access criminal justice database systems: NCIC/FCIC, JIS and LINDAS. Analyzes/reviews criminal history on defendants assigned to the program for appropriate work site placement. Completes financial affidavits of indigence as needed to determine financial status. Ensures all case documentation and relevant information is documented in the current case management database. Compiles monthly/annual statistical data; and prepares statistical reports for the Community Service program. Coordinates the transfer of defendants/probationers and cases to other counties as required. Completes compliance reports for the Court, Florida Department of Corrections, and State Attorney's Office as needed. Maintains confidentiality as required by established program standards. Utilizes motivational interviewing, risk assessments and other evidenced based practices to guide and assist probationers in positive behavioral change. Collects cost of supervision and orientation fees from defendants/probationers in accordance with established program standards. Maintains direct contact with defendants/probationers via telephone calls, correspondence, and office visits as required by the program Provides testimony and compliance information in court when required. Responsible for inventory, maintenance, and repair of supplies and equipment Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of Community Service program vehicle. Maintains a professional relationship with defendants/probationers, judiciary, law enforcement agencies, community service agencies and other community partners and county departments regarding compliance with their court orders. Maintains data case files records of work performed, financial records, reports, correspondence, and any other documents relating to compliance of court orders. Serves as Officer of the Day to manage coverage of daily program operations as needed. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of community agencies and services available for referral of defendants. Knowledge of community service work projects; must be able to work autonomously with minimal supervisory interaction when in the field. Knowledge of the operation of the criminal justice system. Knowledge of state and local laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to community services and the defendants' obligations. Ability to effectively interview persons and assess their physical, mental, and legal condition. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with defendants, members of the criminal justice community, other County employees and the general public. Ability to plan and organize work and manage time effectively. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare and organize written reports. Ability to supervise defendants and direct the work of others. Ability to document all contacts with defendants in the computer system. Ability to drive 15 passenger van with trailer in tow. Ability to operate gas-powered equipment and various hand tools and power tools for lawn maintenance, cleaning and painting.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb stairs or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to severe.