Job Description

GENERAL DEFINITION:

This is a staff-level position primarily tasked with the installation and general maintenance of Electronic Monitoring equipment within residential settings and/or affixed to an individual court-ordered to Electronic Monitoring supervision as a condition of pretrial release or post-trial sentencing. General duties also include the performance of telephone and field investigations to obtain the required documentation, verify information, and confirm equipment readings post-installation. While performing their assigned tasks, employees are expected to have minimal physical/direct contact with clients and their families during the equipment installation process. Work assignments are distributed to team members daily, and outcomes are expected to be documented before the end of assigned shifts. As with any entity within the First Judicial District, the Pretrial Services Department may be called upon to ensure the performance of essential duties or functions as deemed so by administrative and governing bodies, which may result in an individual being available perform essential tasks during court closures and/or non-traditional hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE NORMAL FOR THIS POSITION.  THESE ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS EXCLUSIVE OR ALL-INCLUSIVE.  OTHER DUTIES MAY BE REQUIRED AND ASSIGNED.

•    Review documents to ensure information is properly prepared for field investigation. •    Obtain current information relevant to the residential location being reviewed for facilitation on Electronic Monitoring.  •    Installation of Electronic Monitoring field equipment into a verified residential location. •    Attach Electronic Monitoring equipment on to the individual being facilitated on Electronic Monitoring. •    Prepares reports for Pretrial and Probation Officers when required. •    Maintain a log on all daily transactions and input outcomes within a designated case management system. •    Interview general public and related parties in all cases. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•    Knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles. •    Knowledge of the operations and procedures of the electronic monitoring services. •    Knowledge of office practices and procedures utilizing Microsoft Word, and Outlook to document daily activities. •    Knowledge of the English language and spelling. •    Skill in eliciting information quickly and easily. •    Skill in giving information clearly and concisely. •    Ability to learn departmental functions and organization. •    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, and the general public. •    Ability to work a rotational schedule 24 hours a day, seven days a week, holidays, court closures, and inclement weather.

YOU MUST VISIT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION BY MARCH 31, 2023.  APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV 

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

1.    A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university   OR 2.    A high school diploma and two years part-time criminal justice experience   OR 3.    A high school diploma and 2 years full-time technical experience related to the installation, maintenance, and diagnosis of electronics  AND 4.    Experience in an investigative field environment is preferred. 5.    City residency required within (6) months of satisfactory completion of an 6.    Employment orientation period.  7.    Successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 8.    Ability to perform the essential functions of the position. 9.    Ability to wear the required uniform while performing the duties of this position. 10.  Ability to work rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays in the field and office environments as well as the ability to work during all court closures. 11.  Ability to climb stairs, kneel, and bend along with handling Electronic Monitoring Equipment. 12.  Ability to operate a court-issued motor vehicle 13.  Possession and maintenance of a valid PA driver’s license. 14.  Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination is required.

YOU MUST VISIT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION BY MARCH 31, 2023.  APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV 

Additional Information

SALARY:         $35,367 - $38,442 (G08) GRANT-FUNDED

FILING DEADLINE:  MARCH 31, 2023

YOU MUST VISIT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION BY MARCH 31, 2023.  APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV 

Did you know?

• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
• 25% tuition discount program for City employees (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available

THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.