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City of Hampton

Pretrial Investigator

Hampton, VA · On-site

$43K/yr

Function The Hampton Criminal Justice Agency is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pretrial ... Minimum Requirements Associates degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory ...

Oriana House

Pretrial Supervision Monitor

Akron, OH · On-site

$18/hr

TIERED PAY RATE** $17.00/hour with HS Diploma or GED $17.50/hour with Associate's Degree $18.00 ... P.S. (Strategies for Effective Pretrial Supervision) appropriately based on client needs.

City of Hampton, VA

Pretrial Investigator

Hampton, VA · On-site

$43K/yr

... Pretrial Investigator to play a critical role in the judicial process by providing judicial ... Associates degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of three ...

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Associate Attorney

Roselle, NJ · On-site

$75K/yr

Boutique New Jersey/Pennsylvania law firm seeking Associate Attorney with 0-3 years civil ... of pretrial discovery including depositions. Litigation experience a plus. Position offers ...

Law Office of Russell Frost, PLLC

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Associate Attorney

Austin, TX · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Associate will get hands-on experience in every aspect of litigation, including intake, investigation, pleadings, discovery, pretrial motions and hearings, trial on the merits, and appeals.

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Law and Motion Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

... Law and Motion Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

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Law and Motion Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

... Law and Motion Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

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Law and Motion Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

... Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and Appeals Team - the ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for pretrial associate in the United States is $138,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $165,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A pretrial associate is a legal professional who assists attorneys in preparing for criminal or civil trials. Their responsibilities often include conducting research, reviewing case files, and helping with case strategy, typically requiring knowledge of legal procedures and documentation. They work in law firms, courts, or legal departments to support trial preparation efforts.

What could I do with an associate's degree in criminal justice?

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Pretrial Services Specialist -SHIFT -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Pretrial Services Specialist -SHIFT -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Irvine, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

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Pretrial Services Specialist -SHIFT -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)
Pay Grade10
Employment Type
JUDICAL BRANCH ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Judicial Court of Justice
Location
130 Main Street
Irvine, KY 40336 USA
Description
As part of its reorganization effective August 1, 2026, Office of Statewide Programs will have an opening fora Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT. This position is located in Estill County.
This position will be assigned to a second, third, weekend, or rotating shift and will receive a ten percent(10%) salary increase pursuant to Section 4 of the KCOJ Pay Practices.
The Pretrial Services Specialist-SHIFT reviews all arrested individuals to determine eligibility for pretrialrelease. This includes reviewing charges, conducting interviews, performing background checks, and making pre-arraignment release recommendations or consulting with a judge when necessary. This position also tracks casesthrough the court process and monitors individuals placed under supervision.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS CLASSIFICATION:
  • Conduct initial interview of defendant within 24 hours of jail booking, to include receiving arresting documents, performing defendant interviews, and contacting judges for bond information.
  • Review defendant's case history and risk assessment scores to determine the defendant's eligibility for
  • Pretrial Administrative Release and to make recommendations to trial courts for pretrial release with supervision and diversion.
  • Supervise defendants on Monitored Release through check-in's and being present for drug testing.
  • Monitor adherence to court-ordered programs and community provider requirements.
  • Submit detailed written reports to the appropriate entities.
  • Complete quality assurance reports to maintain state statistics for Pretrial defendants. To includeinvestigating issues and working with different stakeholders to obtain necessary information/data.
  • Facilitate relationships with community stakeholders: Establish and/or maintain relationships with treatment centers, testing agencies and community resources necessary for supervision programs.
  • Attend court and communicate with judges during pretrial misdemeanor diversion/deferred prosecution's.
  • Prepare affidavits of indigency for the courts.
  • Enter data into the Pretrial Release Management (PRIM) System.
  • Travel to counties regularly to conduct and attend meetings, trainings, summits and workshops.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:Associates Degree
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least two (2) years' experience working with or within criminal justice, judicialand/or legal systems
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Additional relevant work experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be able to pass FBI clearance and obtain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification withinthe first 60 days of employment, and every year thereafter.Must be able to work in the jail or detention center of the county or counties in which assigned.Must have a valid driver's license.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment.Occasionally required to work remotely to intake and meet with individuals in detention centers and/or jails.Occasionally required to work weekends, holidays and alternate shifts to attend court and/or meet withincarcerated and pretrial release individuals.Occasionally required to drive to/from locations statewide.Occasionally exposed to loud noises when meeting with inmates in a jail.Occasionally requires exposure to defendants who may become violent or threatening.Occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds to move file, records, and copy paper boxes.Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact AOC Human Resources Department at AOCHumanResources@kycourts.net.
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