Pre-Trial Officer | Arlington County Sheriff Office

 

Pre-Trial Officer
Location: Arlington, VA
Job ID: 234
Salary: $68328.00 - $105913.60
Closing Date: December 5, 2024

The Arlington County Sheriff Office is currently seeking a Pretrial Officer. The Pretrial Officer’s primary responsibility is to utilize resources to gain conformity and compliance of individuals placed on the Supervised Release Program (Pretrial). This employee is accountable for collecting data, conducting investigations, and submitting reports for the Judicial Officer’s (Judge) review before it is determined an individual is released under supervision while final disposition of their case is being adjudicated. This employee works with clients to maintain the court-ordered conditions set for their release but also notifies the court of violations during their supervision.

Specific duties include: 

• Conducting interviews of criminal defendants arrested on state and/or local warrants in the ACDF;
• Conducting risk assessments using the VPRAI of jailed defendants;
• Transferring information from the defendant interviews to the VA PRAXIS and VPRAI software program;
• Accessing and entering results of first appearance and other confidential data into the Virginia Pretrial Community Corrections database (PTCC);
• Preparing a pretrial investigation Court Report with recommendations to assist courts in decision making related to granting or reconsidering bail;
• Running criminal history checks of active Pretrial Release defendants as needed;
• Preparing progress letters for the Sheriff and Judges and conducting alcohol and drug screening on program participants as needed;
• Performing record checks and obtaining background information as requested by the Courts;
• Maintaining confidential criminal histories and inmate record files using computers and other sources; and/or completing necessary court paperwork and verifying defendant's information;
• Seeking capias or show cause order when defendants fail to comply with the conditions of bail or supervision as needed; and
• Testifying in court as needed.

May perform other related tasks as required.

Community Supervision Officer | Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia

Community Supervision Officer
Location: Washington, DC
Announcement Number: OC-24-12623152-DE-VW
Salary: $70,685 - $91,206
Closing Date: December 6, 2024

The position serves as the Community Supervision Officer, located in the Office of Community Supervision and Intervention Services within Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia (CSOSA). CSOSA provides community supervision of adult offenders released by the DC Superior Court or the United States Parole Commission on probation, parole and supervised release in the District of Columbia.

Duties

Investigates the background of criminal offenders to identify factors that determine their level of risk related to public safety utilizing a risk/needs assessment actuarial. Assesses the offenders' need for assistance, develops a supervision plan, sets priorities, makes appropriate referrals to social service programs, and monitors their progress while under supervision pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth by the releasing authority.

Attends judicial conferences and provides formal written and oral testimony at court and the United States Parole Commission hearings pertaining to offenders under the incumbent's supervision. Based on an independent evaluation of circumstances, the incumbent produces timely and accurate written reports and makes oral representations to the designated decision-makers, to include recommendations to Judges or the United States Parole Commission regarding the disposition of assigned cases.

Performs case management services for individuals referred to program resources. Tracks social services program participation through an automated case management system.

The incumbent will be required to conduct criminal record checks using a variety of criminal justice databases (i.e., NCIC III, WALES, JUSTIS, SENTRY) to verify that offenders are wanted and/or have committed a new criminal offense while under supervision. The incumbent, while under the supervisor's direction, will contact and coordinate with law enforcement partners to assist in the execution of warrants.

Performs case management services to individuals assigned, such as gathering, compiling, updating, and maintaining data for selected case files. Interviews various program participants, and makes telephone and written inquiries to update case data at periodic intervals. Tracks and manages interventions and offender's participation in community-based programs via an automated case management system.

Identifies appropriate social service assistance programs for criminal offenders and works with community partners to provide services that focus on decreasing recidivism rates.

Paid Summer 2025 Research Opportunities with MPower

 

Paid Summer 2025 Research Opportunities with MPower



Paid research opportunities for BSOS students with MD Dept of Health, and at University of Maryland’s School of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, Carey Law, Nursing, and Medical School.


Projects with Maryland Department of Health – APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN (11/26/24 to 2/3/25) UMCP Students

Additional research projects with UMB and UMCP faculty to be announced January 2025 – UMCP Students

Additional research topics include but are not limited to: rural health, loan repayment program impact, child trafficking, violence prevention advocacy, legal challenges in local food purchasing, international rights

Note that applications are considered on a rolling basis, so apply as early as possible.

The University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State will provide funding for multiple student/faculty-mentored research experiences at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP), at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), and with leadership at the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for Summer 2025.

Click here for program information and additional information on the paid research opportunities offered in Summer 2025.

Summer 2025 programs begin on May 27, 2025. Specific work schedules to be arranged between supervisors and student researchers.

Spring 2025 Internship | Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy

Spring 2025 Internship
Location: Crownsville, MD
Recruitment Number: 24-005302-0014
Salary: $19.18 per hour
Closing Date: December 11, 2024

The Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP) seeks candidates for the Spring 2025 internship program. We are seeking dedicated students with an interest in criminal justice and public service. GOCPP is Maryland's one-stop shop for resources to improve public safety outcomes.

Individuals will experience the inner workings of state government from the vantage point of each division within the office. Individuals can expect to assist the office in making data-driven and policy-driven decisions and utilizing evidence-based practices to create a safer Maryland. This program also provides an opportunity to network with professionals from GOCPP, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Department of Health, Maryland Behavioral Health Administration, law enforcement, and other agencies who will support professional growth and career interests.

Internship Dates: January 15 through May 20, 2025. Up to 16 hours per week. 

Potential Program Placement Within GOCPP

• Research and Data
• Audits
• Center of Excellence
• Juvenile Justice / Compliance
• Criminal Injuries Compensation 

Outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success; receiving informal feedback and mentoring from their supervisor, developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce; and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector.

Evidence Technician

Evidence Technician
Location: Washington, DC
Job ID: 58126
Salary: $55,924 - $72,703
Closing Date: December 4, 2024

Mission Statement:

The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

Physical Demands: 

• Work requires considerable physical exertion such as walking, standing, stooping, reaching and the recurrent lifting of packages and/or objects of weight more than 50 pounds.
• Work entails long hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed within the office setting or actual crime scenes.
• May be placed in a hazardous situation when handling potentially dangerous materials, such as explosive, poisonous, corrosive, highly combustible, and contaminated with infectious materials that require various safety precautions, such as protective clothing and equipment such as safety glasses, gloves and masks.
• Is required to travel away from office for extended periods of time, and may work out in inclement weather.

Major Duties 

• Provide extensive advice, guidance, and training for the Special Agents (SAs) and Professional Staff on all aspects of evidence processing and procedures including search, protocol, evidence packaging, and proper completion of paperwork.
• Provide FBI policy to other agencies regarding packaging, maintenance and storage of evidence to assist in the development of their evidence program or for coordinative purposes.
• Testify in a court of law concerning the security and chain-of-custody of evidence.
• Responsible for the receipt, retention and disposition of evidence for the field office, which includes all items seized, recovered or contributed properties which are expected to be introduced in court and/or subject to chain-of-custody attack, regardless of size as collected by SAs and other law enforcement personnel, ensuring it is appropriately collected, documented and stored.
• Handle HAZMAT evidence.
• Responsible for the security aspects of the Evidence Control Room (ECR) including safe combinations and secure areas, and personnel traffic to and from ECR locations.

Law Enforcement Opportunities & Resume Workshop | U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Law Enforcement Opportunities & Resume Workshop

Thursday, December 5, 2024

1pm - 3pm

Virtual

Register here

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers challenging and meaningful career opportunities in law enforcement for entry level and experienced professionals, experienced rotor and fixed-wing pilots, and licensed marine operators.

REGISTER BY December 3 to gain access to the event lobby early. Browse videos, booth content, application links, FAQs, and other resources. Then attend and listen to our team members share insights about life at CBP and their duties and experiences. And if you're new to federal hiring, learn how to prepare your resume for the process.

In October of 2022, CBP joined the 30x30 Women in Law Enforcement effort as part of a larger framework for our agency to improve the recruitment, retention, representation and experiences of women officers and agents. Working with 30x30 continues to help us identify, understand, and address the obstacles in the recruiting and retention of women for law enforcement positions.

Federal hiring regulations apply to all CBP positions. At minimum, U.S. Citizenship is required. Comprehensive information for specific positions is available HERE.