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Job description
Salary: $63,548.00 - $64,941.60 Annually
Location : El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Detention Bureau
Opening Date: 09/26/2026
Closing Date: 10/11/ :59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
VALUES
Service Focused • Collaborative • Accountable • Trustworthy • Transparent
Job Summary
Base pay for this position will be $63,548.00
The Sheriff's Office provides public safety at all times and therefore every position is deemed essential. All positions are in-person and not eligible for remote work. Every position is also subject to recall based on the needs of the Office to keep the community safe.
This position has an anticipated work schedule of:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm, 7:30am-5:30pm, or 8:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday - Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm, 7:30am-5:30pm, or 8:00am-6:00pm
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of applicants.
Provide services to inmates at the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center (CJC) who are in need of assistance connecting with behavioral health services in the community. Provides case management to identify specific needs of the individual to ensure comprehensive services are in place to reduce recidivism. This position is subject to contract funding.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Provides case management to inmates in a pre-sentence status at CJC.
Connects inmates to community based behavioral health support to ensure comprehensive services are in place to reduce recidivism.
Creates discharge and transition plans for housing, employment, medical, education, therapy, and public services. Coordinates appointments with probation and/or parole officers and community partners for continuation of care prior to release. Completes comprehensive discharge paperwork for releasing inmates.
Serves as post-release contact, providing transitional planning of clients' reintegration to the community, then monitoring and documenting aftercare assistance.
Updates and maintains client database with services provided, inmate release information and outcomes; generates reports. Complete brief needs assessments
Offers skill-based psychoeducation trainings as needed.
Communicate with BRIDGES program to assist in connecting identified inmates with behavioral healthcare.
Communicates with El Paso County Department of Human Services (DHS) to verify current Medicaid status.
Coordinates with jail medical vendor for Medication Assisted Therapy referrals.
Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of case management and community mental health and substance abuse services.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain high levels of confidentiality.
Ability to assess situations and make prudent and appropriate decisions; ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accurately and efficiently complete paperwork, reports, and documentation.
Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize.
Must be able to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, inmates, other agencies, community professionals, the courts, and the general public.
Ability to perform under pressure and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a human behavioral science or criminal justice field.
Minimum one year case management or related experience.
Any equivalent combination of related education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
Licenses/Certificates:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Compliance within six months of employment.
Pre- Employment Requirements:
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, truth verification examination, motor vehicle record check, Tuberculosis testing, and drug screen.
Work Conditions
Duties are primarily performed in an office environment to include a detention facility; some travel may be required. May encounter some hazards to personal safety through contact with potentially violent inmates. Must be available to work variable hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Sheriff's Office employees must complete tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position prior to job assignment and periodic testing thereafter.
El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.
El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Sheriff's Office Employees:
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How did you learn of this position? I am currently employed by the Sheriff's Office
I am currently employed by El Paso County
El Paso County Website
Indeed.com
Employee Referral
Social Media (Twitter/Facebook)
University/College Career Site
Industry-specific Career Site
Professional Membership Career Site
Career Fair
Other
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Please select your highest level of education completed. High school diploma or equivalent education
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree currently in progress
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
None of the above
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If applicable, please specify the major associated with your college degree.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in behavioral science or criminal Justice? Yes
No
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Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of case management experience? Yes
No
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How many years of case management experience do you have? Under 1 year
1 - 3 years
3 - 5 years
5+ years
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Please describe your case management experience.
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Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes
No
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Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? Yes
No
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Please share why you want the position of Case Manager - Inmate Pre-Sentence with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
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Have you read, and do you accept the work conditions as outlined in the job posting? Yes
No
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The Sheriff's Office employs a "non-release" hostage policy. This means that in the event you are taken hostage, either inside or outside of a Sheriff's Office facility (vehicles included), we would do everything within our power in order to secure your release; however, we would never release an inmate or prisoner. Can you work in an environment that operates under a policy such as this? Yes
No
Required Question
Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80509, US
Who can apply
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