Pre-Sentence Investigation Coordinator

Court of Common Pleas of Stark County, General Division

Recruitment began on January 27, 2026

and the job listing Expires on February 27, 2026

PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of this job is, under the direct supervision of the Pre-Trial Release Director and the general supervision of the Deputy Court Administrator, is to complete the court ordered Pre-Sentence Reports and other reports in an efficient and timely manner.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, this in no way states or implies that these are the only job duties the Pre-Sentence Investigation Coordinator will be required to perform.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. Supervisory personnel may assign tasks, which are not listed in the job duties section to employees under their direct or indirect supervision.

• Gather all necessary information to complete the Court requested report which may be the Pre-Sentence Investigation Report, the Expungement Hearing Report or the Post-Sentence Investigation report that includes the Criminal History, Arrest/Booking(s), Prosecutors information, including but not limited to the victims input and restitution owed.
• Verify all the information obtained from the defendant is accurate and correct. Assure that all requested information is returned in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain viable and effective relationships with the Court, the Jail, Probation/Parole Officers, Prosecutors Office, Public Defenders Office, Private Attorneys and Community Service Providers.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all program and defendants’ information.
• Submit the completed report for to the Pre-Sentence Investigation Director for final review. Make any necessary changes or additions to the report before it is filed with the assigned Judge.
• Attend and participate in approved workshops and seminars to keep abreast of current changes in the Pre-Sentence Investigation Program.
• Report any concerns or recommendations to the Deputy Court Administrator, Court Administrator and/or the Administrative Judge.
• Other related duties that may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor.

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Must possess a bachelor’s degree and have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in criminal justice or social services.

• Must be able to successfully pass a BCI and FBI Background check for LEADS (Law Enforcement Automated Data System).
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, the Court, community providers and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate these into existing practices.
• Must be familiar with court processes and procedures.
• Must be able to manage time and responsibilities effectively.
• Must be culturally competent and sensitive to the needs of various cultures.

• Must be able to operate office equipment such as a copier, fax and computer.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• May be exposed to high crime neighborhoods, communicable diseases and high-risk areas such as jails or prisons.