Sheriff's Office Court Services Specialist

Sheriffs Office Court Services Specialist

Salary

$58,038.79 - $81,254.30 Annually

Location

Adams County Detention Facility, 150 N. 19th Avenue, Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

2026-07590

Department

County Sheriff

Division

SO-Corrections

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

8/5/2026 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

What Success Looks Like In This Job

This position is assigned to the Adams County Detention Facility.

This person will perform a variety of criminal justice and corrections duties related to Pretrial Release, Pretrial Supervision, Classifications, Inmate Workers, Work Release, Time Computation, and State Offenders.

This is an essential position in a 24/7 environment. Employees must be able to work rotating shifts in each area. Hours vary by assignment. To include holidays, weekends and overnight shifts.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Process and manage inmates through the following units: Pretrial, Classifications, Time Computation/State Offender, Supervised Release and Work Release/Inmate Worker.
• Conduct interviews, assessments, verifications for housing placement, alternative sentencing, work programs in the facility, inmate placement, and program eligibility.
• Maintain accurate records of inmate status, sentencing information, and program participation within database systems.
• Calculate and verify inmate release dates and ensure compliance with court mittimus and sentencing orders.
• Monitor inmate compliance and progress in court-ordered programs and prepare compliance/noncompliance reports.
• Coordinate with courts, law enforcement agencies, and external partners regarding inmate status, detainers, and transfers.
• Conduct orientations, office visits, and field checks for program participants, including work release and supervised release.
• Perform administrative functions including data entry, statistical reporting, and documentation of inmate activity.
• Interview incoming inmates, provide Colorado Pretrial Assessment Tool (CPAT), prepare court docket and other duties as required.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor inmate compliance with court-ordered conditions and custody requirements.

Qualifications for Success

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Corrections, Social Services, or related field OR two (2) years of experience in a directly related field.
• Experience in interviewing techniques, procedures and ability to verify information received.
• Experience in criminal justice, corrections, or case management functions preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CCIC/NCIC Level J certification.
• Must be 21 years of age.

More Qualifications for Success

2026 Adams County Employee Benefit Guide.pdf

Will include a comprehensive background inves2026 Adams County Employee Benefit Guide.pdftigation by specialized detectives within the Adams County Sheriff's Office.

Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorneys Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

01

Do you have an equivalent to a Bachelors Degree or vocational technical training in criminal justice, criminology, corrections, social services, or related field or two years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you had any experience working in Pre-trial Release, Supervised Release, Classifications or Work Release? Please explain

03

This position requires working with inmates at the Adams County Detention Facility. Please explain your experience working with incarcerated individuals.

04

Tell us about any experience or knowledge you have of Legal and evidence Based Practices (LEBP).

05

Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you applied with us in the last year and been disqualified in any part of the background?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you used any illegal drug or controlled substances in the past 5 years for the express intention of producing a feeling of euphoria or to have an altered state of mind for non-medical reasons?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• No

09

This position will work varying shifts based on assignment, days, overnights, swing shifts, weekends, and holidays. Are you able to commit to this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Adams County

Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000B

Brighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website http://www.adamscountyco.gov/careers