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Deputy Electronic Monitoring Chief | State of Illinois Office of the Illinois Courts

Deputy Electronic Monitoring Chief

Vacancy Announcement

  • Location
    Springfield
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Posted Date
    12/20/24
  • Closing Date
    This position will remain open until filled. However, those individuals submitting materials by January 3, 2025 will be given first consideration.
  • Division
    Division of Pretrial Operations
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    Minimum $76,830; starting salary commensurate with experience

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office’s mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. OSPS prepares pretrial investigation reports for the courts and supervises individuals released from custody as directed by the court.

The Deputy Chief of Electronic Monitoring assists in oversight of the Electronic Monitoring Section within the Division of Centralized Operations.   The Deputy Chief assists in day-to-day operations of the Electronic Monitoring Section and works under the general supervision of the Electronic Monitoring Chief.

The required working hours for this position is:

Monday – Friday; 10:00 pm – 8:00am

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Monitors the intake and tracking of electronically monitored defendants placed on pretrial supervision within OSPS counties.
  • Assists the Electronic Monitoring Chief in responding to electronic monitoring alerts such as violation of inclusion/exclusion zones, strap tamper and strap removal.
  • Assists the Electronic Monitoring Chief in notifying the Deputy Director of Centralized Operations, Deputy Director of Pretrial Operations and Director’s Office of high-level electronic monitoring alerts and violations.
  • Complies pertinent information about high-level electronic monitoring alerts and violations, prepares a report of the leadership within the Division and works in coordination with other OSPS staff to notify law enforcement and local county stakeholders of such events.
  • Coordinates the installation of electronic monitoring equipment.
  • Assists in the response to internal and external electronic monitoring inquires, questions or problems.
  • Communicates with electronic monitoring vendor as directed by the Electronic Monitoring Chief.
  • Implements and provides staff training on electronic monitoring systems and applicable case management software.
  • Fosters productive working relationships with local police, Illinois State Police, and other law enforcement agencies.
  • Provides guidance and expertise to Pretrial Services Officers, Pretrial Field Officers and other OSPS staff.
  • Attends and testifies at court hearings where the status of defendant’s pretrial release or conditions are determined, reviewed or evaluated, modified, or stricken.
  • Oversees emergency alerts during non-business hours.
  • Serves as a supervisor by providing instruction, setting expectations, observing performance, providing feedback through ongoing and annual performance evaluations, participating in the hiring process, and recommending corrective or disciplinary action when necessary.
  • Serves as Acting Electronic Monitoring Chief in their absence.
  • Collaborates with Region Chiefs, Deputy Region Chiefs and Field Supervisors to ensure the Electronic Monitoring Section is meeting the needs of the Division of Field Operations.
  • Responds to emergency notifications outside of regular business hours as a part of an on-call rotation with other OSPS management staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Four or more years professional working experience in a public or private organization.
  • Two or more years of professional working experience within the criminal justice system including community corrections, law enforcement, law, or trial court administration.
  • Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance to operate a personal vehicle on state business, as well as maintain a safe driving record.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in social science, public administration, criminal justice, or related field.
  • Two or more years of supervisory experience.
  • Two or more years of electronic monitoring experience.
  • Current certification as a LEADS operator.
  • A Master’s Degree.

Physical Requirements

  1. Ability to sit for extended time periods.
  2. Professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and ability to process written documents.
  3. Ability to travel, including overnight stays, as required.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter through the form below.

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/cfdfd666f464473185cdbbd0a5b7b361

A judicial branch application is not required to apply, but it will be required before final hiring decisions are made. The application can be downloaded from the Illinois Courts website:

https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/b0377255-a5e8-4c75-af0b-65925622d97b/Judicial%20Branch%20Employment%20Application.pdf

This position will remain open until filled. However, those individuals submitting materials by January 3, 2025 will be given first consideration.

Any questions about this position or the application process can also be submitted via email at the following address: pretrialservices@illinoiscourts.gov .

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