Pretrial Program Specialist

• Location
  Illinois
• Office
  Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
• Posted Date
  September 1, 2026
• Division
  Division of Field Operations
• Benefits
  An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
• Salary
  $66,288 - $73,044 starting salary commensurate with experience

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office’s mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. OSPS prepares pretrial investigation reports for the courts and supervises individuals released from custody as directed by the court.

*Position may be located anywhere in Illinois, pending available workspace.*

BENEFITS:

An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.

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Current Available Shift(s):

Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM 

FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Evaluates OSPS operations to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assists in reviewing criminal histories, pretrial investigation reports and supervision cases to evaluate completeness and determine compliance with OSPS standards.
• Conducts case-closing audits to ensure accurate and timely entries, including disposition and sentencing outcomes, FTA and warrant updates, violation coding, and custody status.
• Collaborates with staff to resolve errors and ensure ongoing compliance with OSPS standards.
• Analyzes data and prepares reports for special projects.
• Assists with staff training, as needed, to ensure OSPS staff meet established quality standards.
• Accesses Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) and other criminal databases to identify prior criminal history of defendants.
• Enters criminal history information into OSPS case management system.
• Completes criminal history investigations on an as needed basis.
• Reviews pretrial release reports and supervisory reports prepared for the courts.
• Completes pretrial assessments for defendants arrested on criminal charges.
• Interviews and assembles information and data concerning employment, residency, criminal record, and social background of arrested persons.
• Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of pretrial services, criminal justice, and community corrections issues by being connected to the latest research and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

•  A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.
• Three or more years professional working experience in a public or private organization.
• Two or more years professional working experience in pretrial services with OSPS.
• A valid Illinois Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance to operate a personal vehicle on state business, as well as maintain a safe driving record.
•  Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years professional working experience in a public or private organization.
• Three or more years professional working experience in pretrial services with OSPS.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in pretrial services.
• Two or more years experience with policy development, data analysis, or project management

OTHER KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•  Effective oral and written communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

•  Ability to plan, organize, implement, and maintain a variety of functions and projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines and schedules.

• Ability to positively and professionally interact with co-workers.

•  Demonstrated leadership skills including planning and priority setting, sound decision-making, problem solving, and analytic and interpretive skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended time periods.

• Professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and ability to process written documents.

•  Ability to travel, including overnight stays, as required.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter through the form below.

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An OSPS Job Application is not required to apply, but it will be required before final hiring decisions are made. The application can be downloaded from the OSPS Join our Team website:

OSPS Job Application

Any questions about this position or the application process can also be submitted via email at the following address: HR@ilosps.gov.

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is OSPS able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with OSPS, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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