Pretrial Officer

Alachua County Board of County Commissioners

Salary: $50,107.20 annually

Closing Date: 01/23/2026

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, social work, or a related field and one year of related experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Must satisfactorily complete local, state, and national criminal history and fingerprint checks. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

• A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6‑7;
Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24‑month period, the applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions, three (3) or more at‑fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence), or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.

• Must successfully obtain the National Association of Pretrial Services Agencies (NAPSA) Certified Pretrial Services Professional (CPSP) certification for release within one year of employment and maintain certification in accordance with NAPSA standards; recertification required every three years.

• Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre‑hire and ongoing are required. Please apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process. Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test (TDD (352) 491‑4431).

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