Bond Interest Clerk, Sr. jobs in Saint Peters, MO

Pre-Trial Specialist: Community and Court Support
Position begins on July 1, 2024

The 22nd Judicial Circuit Court seeks applicants for a Pre-Trial Services Bond Officer,
responsible for interviewing defendants, making recommendations, developing and maintaining
relationships with Court’s vendors, departments, and partners and any pre-trial defendants as
assigned. This position requires work on the 8:30 am-5:00pm shift with occasional coverage of
shifts from 4pm-12am or 12am-8am required. Applicants must have degree in law, criminal
justice, social work or related area. Salary range is $52,604 - $81,689. Applicants must be at
least 21 years of age. Please email resumes to stlca.resumes@courts.mo.gov See
www.stlcitycircuitcourt.com for complete job description. EOE

Posting closing date: 5/20/2024.

TWENTY-SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF MISSOURI

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Court Administrator's Office (311)

CLASS TITLE: Pre-Trial Services Bond Officer

SALARY RANGE: $52,604 - $81,689

REPORTS TO: Bond Office Supervisor

CLASS DEFINITION: Under the general supervision of the Bond Officer Supervisor, the

incumbent of this position conducts interviews to compile information for judges making
bond recommendations for arrested persons charged with state felony and
misdemeanor offenses. Additionally, the incumbent of this position will be responsible for
developing and maintaining relationships with Court’s vendors, departments, and
partners and any pre-trial defendants as assigned. This position requires work on the
8:30am-5:00pm shift with occasional coverage of shifts from 4pm-12am or 12am-8am
required.

JOB DUTIES:

improvement of pre-trial services, the development and implementation of
projects and initiatives in pre-trial services, and with other support as Pre-Trial
adapts to fit the needs of the pre-trial population.

• Manages a caseload of pre-trial defendants for weekly reporting and court

• Assists pre-trial defendants in locating services in the community such as

• Attends court as assigned, including bond hearings, associate, and circuit

• Reviews and follow ups with Court vendors and pre-trial defendants, and

Office, Pre-Trial Services is a dynamic program that both investigates and
responds to the pre-trial needs of judges, attorneys, and especially defendants.
As such, the duties and responsibilities of staff change as we understand these
needs better and incorporate the growing body of evidence on what works in pre-
trial release.

BOND OFFICER

information with family members or other community contacts, and creating a
REJIS criminal history record on newly processed prisoners at The St. Louis City
Justice Center. Bond officers should provide each person with the opportunity to
complete a Missouri State Public Defender application and ensure accuracy and
completion of the application.

the accused that are pertinent to setting the conditions of release including:
family ties, employment, financial resources, character, mental condition, length
of residence in the community, record of convictions, record of appearance at
court proceedings or flight to avoid prosecutions or failure to appear at court
proceedings. Based on this information the officer will make recommendations
regarding bond and conditions of release.

absence on limited, routine matters. Contacts Bond Officer Supervisor regarding
unusual or difficult issues.

needed. Provides PTO coverage for other full-time bond officers.

• Performs other related work as required.

• Considerable skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  

• Considerable knowledge of the laws relating to recognizance release and bond

participants to their successful completion of the pre-trial phase of a criminal
case.

management and case processing systems.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination
of training, education or experience which demonstrates the potential ability to perform the
duties of the position which must include a BA or BS Degree in Criminal Justice, social work, or
closely related social services field. Two to three years of experience in a criminal justice or
social services agency preferred. EOE.

OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 21 years old. Required to pass background check for addition to the Court’s
bond insurance.

April 19, 2024