Court Compliance Officer

JOB
This job classification is represented by AFSCME and is covered by Civil Service. First review of applications will take place on Monday, January 12th @ 8:00am. Timeline for next steps: Written Exam and Physical Ability Test, Saturday 01/24/26Interviews, Tuesday 02/10/26Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant and the Court Administrator, perform duties in one or more of the following program areas: court security, probation, electronic home monitoring, and City work crew programs. Maintain order and security in the courtroom, transport defendants to and from jail, perform case management duties for misdemeanant offenders referred to probation, monitor offender compliance with court orders and report to the court on progress and violations, and plan, organize, schedule, assign and oversee the City's work crew program activities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential duties may include but are not limited to the following: Attendance: Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Case Management: Maintain assigned probation offenders’ files and case notes, enter data into automated systems, maintain and compile reports on caseload status and program activities. Observe clients’ urinalysis samples and complete supporting documentation.Independently perform complete case management duties for misdemeanant offenders referred by the Municipal Court to various alternative sentencing programs including Community Service and Probation. Advise clients of conditions of supervision and obtaining necessary signatures.Community Court: Monitor all participants in Veterans/Community Court: Conduct weekly probation appointments; prepare progress reports and make recommendations of needed action for each court calendar. Immediately advise teams of participants who have an emergent situation or need assistance.Coordination/Compliance: Conduct initial intake interviews with offenders, conduct risk assessments, assess skills of the offender and a variety of social and psychological dysfunctions; identify potential problems for placement in alternative sentencing; counsel clients including problem solving, treatment alternatives and participation in positive activities.Make recommendations to the Court on the dispensation of referred cases based on programs such as electronic home monitoring, community service and work crew; prepare and present information on alternative sentencing programs to community agencies.Screen, schedule and coordinate offenders for program participation in various alternative sentencing programs.Oversee community service work crew program activities; coordinate with city departments to develop work projects and schedules.Submit and monitor reports to offenders found to be in violation or compliance of their, deferred sentence, treatment programs, and deferred prosecution or release agreement; request emergency warrants as needed. Conduct pre-sentence investigations as assigned pursuant to Order of the Court; evaluate information and make recommendations to the Court. Group Facilitation: Facilitate Domestic Violence Moral Reconation Therapy (DVMRT) which is peer to peer training to hold offenders accountable on domestic violence cases, while exploring thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes to change behavior when confronted with emotional problems. Inventory: Keep inventory of all hand and power tools; make recommendations for repair and replacement; purchase materials as needed. Limited Commission Duties: Carry a city issued firearm and taser; qualify according to Lakewood Police Department (LPD) standards.Escort prisoners to and from different jail locations, transport vehicles, courtrooms, holding cells, rest rooms and other facilities.Effectively deal with violations of laws, rules, policies, and procedures on an impartial basis. Pursuant to a warrant or other court order, Court Compliance Officers (CCO’s) are authorized to arrest, detain, transport and book individuals into jail. CCO’s may also detain individuals without a warrant or other court order when a police officer would have authority to make an arrest without a warrant under RCW 10.31.100 and when the individual(s) to be detained is in or adjacent to Lakewood City Hall. Program Building/Relationship Management: Develop probation programs and refer individuals to outside agencies as appropriate. Record Keeping: Maintain daily log and activity reports on all persons screened through the metal detector; report any issues that may occur. Report Writing: Write reports to document criminal activity and provide those reports to police and/or a prosecuting authority.Write reports relating to offender compliance or lack of compliance with court orders and provide those reports to the Court, Police, a Prosecuting Authority and/or attorneys as appropriate. Safety: Actively champion a culture of and commitment to workplace safety through everyday actions and leadership.Perform emergency first aid and CPR procedures. Security: Screen people and ensure safety, security, and courtroom decorum during court sessions.Provide security throughout City Hall as needed. Search people of the same or opposite gender; and inventory items taken or secured when someone is ordered into custody. Ensure work site and equipment safety procedures are followed. Specialized Duties: Monitor, oversee, and report on EHM.Orient offenders to electronic home monitoring (EHM) and work crew program protocols, requirements, and expectations.Offer counseling and training in basic life skills to assigned clients. Assist offenders in assessing their strengths and weaknesses; refer to counseling and treatment programs; assist offenders to develop problem solving techniques, personal accountability, and assist in obtaining employment. Consult with supervisor regarding significant matters in a case.Transport crew members and equipment to job sites via van and utility trailer.Supervise crew members; assess crew members’ skills, provide training, and assign work tasks. Document inappropriate behavior of crew members for appropriate action; make recommendations regarding decision to terminate from program. May terminate program participants immediately due to inappropriate behavior and/or attitude while working on crew. Perform related duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE OF: Criminal justice system and associated terminology.Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.Alternative sentencing program goals and objectives.Basic courtroom practices.Office software such as Excel, Word, Access, Outlook and PowerPoint.First aid principles and application.Record keeping techniques.ABILITY TO: Cooperatively work with various public and private agencies.Accurately and efficiently maintain all records and documentation required by State statute and the Municipal Court. Proficiently use computers and software to prepare reports, correspondence and spread sheets.Plan and oversee EHM and work crew program activities.Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Effectively communicate through written documents, in person and via telephone.Supervise and control groups of offenders.Satisfactorily complete training in compliance with LPD standards.Tactfully diffuse any verbal abuse which may occur while performing work assignments.Enforce department policies and procedures, and all applicable laws.Function as an effective member of a service-oriented team.Effectively manage a high number of cases while attending to numerous specific details and legal requirements.Safely and legally operate and maneuver city vehicles, including a 12-passenger van.Use and care for firearms.WORKING CONDITIONS: Work includes indoor and outdoor environment; subject to adverse weather conditions and possible verbal abuse; employees may work evening and weekend hours and are subject to call out. Court Compliance Officer duties require above average physical endurance, as well as good balance, hearing, and vision; physical strength to exert force to perform self-defense and/or restrain an individual. Frequent standing and sitting for extended periods and occasional lifting of up to seventy pounds. Incumbents are exposed to dissatisfied and abusive individuals and may occasionally be exposed to bio-hazardous and toxic materials.ENVIRONMENT: Office, courtroom, or jail environment.HAZARDSExposure to physical hazard may occur occasionally when interacting with hostile participants with potential for violence. FLSA DESIGNATION Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime. UNION AFFILIATION AFSCME EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The City of Lakewood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages, supports, and celebrates respect, empowerment, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for all. We welcome your contributions.