Tarrant County · 9 hours ago
TECHNICAL CRIMINAL ADMINISTRATOR
Tarrant County, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTarrant County is seeking a Technical Criminal Administrator to oversee the daily operations of the criminal file desk and related processes. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring accurate case management, and providing computer training while maintaining efficient service to the courts and law enforcement agencies.
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Responsibilities
Supervises, trains, and monitors the Criminal File Desk, Indictments, Bond Forfeiture, Expunctions, Seizures, Felony Intake and Imaging staff. Prioritizes daily work flow for each section, reassigning section personnel as necessary
Ensures that all new cases filed are accurate and that the information is correct in the system before distributing files to courts
Assumes the duties of the Assistant Manager or Manager in their absence
Provides computer training on new programs and amendments in JIMS for Criminal Section Administrative, Associate, File Desk, and Bond Forfeiture Clerks
Interacts daily with attorneys, bondsmen, public, private process servers, runners and the general public to access case information, answering questions and directing them to the proper departments on a daily basis
Assists with screening and interviewing new applicants
Responsible for providing input to management for Intake areas for completion of annual performance reviews
Corrects and edits all errors on the Justice Information Maintenance Systems (JIMS)
Researches new technologies that will provide a more cost effective judicial system and increase efficiency
Verifies SB 1863 payment plan applications and sets up payment plans for approximately 350 – 400 probationers monthly
Stays abreast of current laws and revisions on new legislation that impact felony collections
Understands and refers to the Criminal Code of Procedures book
Develops and implements policies and procedures, maintains collection database, develops training methods, and recommends improvements to enhance revenue collection
Communicates with Criminal Judges, Law Enforcement agencies, Bondsmen, and other County departments to resolve problems
Researches, removes and changes data from the data base from granted expunged orders, paying close attention to the specifics of the order
Keeps abreast of changes in Civil Service rules and stays current with any policy modifications made by the District Clerk to keep employees informed
Processes, collects and sets up payment plans for parolees newly released from the Texas Correctional Institution of Criminal Justice
Adjusts, corrects, and builds court costs, fines and attorney fees in the Justice Information Management Systems
Checks monthly reports for parole inquiries so that a true accounts receivable is generated if any queries are requested
Researches inmate trust accounts to make sure Justice Information Management Systems (JIMS) reflects the correct cost amount along with fines and attorney fees
Verifies and reviews all credit card receipts and daily credit card processing
Performs all other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or higher education + Five (5) full-time years of related experience including three (3) full-time years as an associate clerk, Two (2) full-time years of technical computer experience, AND Two (2) full-time years of accounting skills required
Associate's Degree + Seven (7) full-time years of related experience including three (3) full-time years as an associate clerk, Two (2) full-time years of technical computer experience, AND Two (2) full-time years of accounting skills required
High School Diploma or GED + Nine (9) full-time years of related experience including three (3) full-time years as an associate clerk, Two (2) full-time years of technical computer experience, AND Two (2) full-time years of accounting skills required
Knowledge of Justice Information Management Systems and office equipment
Knowledge of Texas Criminal Procedure and Tarrant County Local rules
Must possess strong time management leadership and communication skills
Must have team dynamics, exhibit professional demeanor and possess highly developed problem-solving skills
Must possess marketing skills to increase electronic filing usage
Must have the ability to type 50 wpm
Experience in the information systems environment, including knowledge of personal computers and local area networks, plus software capabilities in word processing and spreadsheets
Excellent oral and written communication/presentations skills
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
Benefits
Superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits
13 County Holidays
Company
Tarrant County
Tarrant County is a government administered community that ensures public health, safety, employment, and law enforcement services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Russell Scott
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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