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Sentinel Offender Services, LLC

$18/hr

These solutions combine electronic monitoring technology, alcohol and substance abuse testing and community-based offender management programs. Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Thursday / 7 ...

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What is offender electronic monitoring?

Offender electronic monitoring is a system used by law enforcement and corrections agencies to track the location and activities of individuals under supervision, such as those on parole, probation, or house arrest. This is typically done using electronic devices like ankle bracelets equipped with GPS or radio frequency technology. The main goal is to ensure compliance with court-ordered restrictions while allowing some degree of freedom. Electronic monitoring can help reduce jail overcrowding and provide an alternative to incarceration. Violations are reported to authorities in real-time, allowing for swift responses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an offender electronic monitoring specialist?

To thrive as an Offender Electronic Monitoring Specialist, you need a solid understanding of criminal justice procedures, attention to detail, and typically a background in law enforcement or corrections. Familiarity with electronic monitoring systems, GPS tracking technology, and relevant data management software is crucial. Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills help build rapport with offenders and coordinate with law enforcement agencies. These competencies are vital for ensuring compliance, public safety, and effective supervision of monitored individuals.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in offender electronic monitoring roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Offender Electronic Monitoring often encounter challenges such as managing high caseloads, ensuring compliance with monitoring protocols, and responding to alerts in a timely manner. Effective communication with law enforcement, offenders, and other stakeholders is crucial for addressing these challenges. Staying organized, utilizing technology efficiently, and participating in ongoing training can help ensure compliance and safety. Working as part of a supportive team also enables the sharing of best practices and fosters a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

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Infographic showing various Offender Electronic Monitoring job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Case Manager - (Criminal Justice-Client Monitoring) - Greenville

Greenville, SC • On-site

Sentinel Offender Services, LLC
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$18 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

For over 30 years, Sentinel Offender Services has provided community based, offender-funded monitoring services across North America. Working with law enforcement, community corrections agencies and the court system, we provide customized offender management solutions that help to reduce recidivism and improve reentry success. These solutions combine electronic monitoring technology, alcohol and substance abuse testing and community-based offender management programs.

The Important Details

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday - Friday / 8:00am - 5:00pm

Pay: $18.00/hr - $18.25/hr

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Definition

The Case Manager provides a service to the contracted Department by handling an assigned caseload of offender’s serving an alternative sentence of electronic monitoring and is primarily responsible for the comprehensive case management and enforcement of restrictions that are ordered by the Court, Probation, Parole, or Sheriff’s Department.

Essential Functions

  • Responsible for participant’s program orientation. Effectively communicates the program rules, regulations and contract requirements of their sentence.
  • Reviews participant’s financial information for fee assessment. Determines the daily rate that the participant will be responsible for paying while on the program.
  • Sets the guidelines and requirements for the participant while on the Electronic Monitoring program by detailing permitted activities and setting schedule for electronic monitoring.
  • Conducts weekly or bi-weekly participant compliance appointments to collect, review and interpret participant activity documentation; review participant activity reports to determine that participant is in compliance with sentencing guidelines meeting the regulations of program and sentence; collects program fees or may make adjustment to daily rate as needed; verifies and/or adjust participant activity schedule as needed; prepares reports and notices for case file and sentencing department.
  • Reviews and interprets daily participant exception reports, investigating participant activity that is not in compliance with their sentence.
  • Install or visually inspect electronic monitoring equipment being used by participant.
  • Testify in court for participants that have not met the requirements of the program.
  • Administer required drug testing.
  • Maintain an auditable case file for all participants under their management.
  • Attend Court to enroll and instruct court order participants in the Supervised Release Program.

Requirements

  • Two years’ experience in criminal justice or related field; education accepted in lieu of experience
  • Must successfully pass criminal background investigation and drug screening

Education

  • Associate degree preferred. High School Diploma required

Knowledge + Skills + Abilities

  • Basic computer skills
  • A reliable form of transportation to ensure job attendance
  • Practice time management to meet tight deadlines due to program equipment installation requirements
  • Must be able to work flexible work schedules if needed
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Department Personnel, Judges and Program Participants as well as Sentinel personnel
  • Effective customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and maintain an effective and efficient level of service
  • Ability to prepare written reports and maintain accurate records

Sentinel Offender Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Sentinel Offender Services management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.