Email Opening Apply Now Title Criminal Justice Services Case Manager  Category Criminal Justice/Community Corrections   Description Application closing date: 7/3/2026 Hiring pay range: $25.83 - $31.64 Full pay range: $25.83 - $37.45   SUPERVISION: Non-Supervisory.   GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: Provides security & rehabilitation services to sentenced offenders. Conducts case management activity within the Criminal Justice Services Department to assess client needs and develop and implement strategies to prepare clients to transition back into their community. Monitors safety and security activities within the Residential Division.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, and may vary according to assignment) Criminal Justice Case Management: Conducts case management activities with assigned clients, including initial orientation, case management classification assessment, development of Supervision Plan, activity checklist, monthly budget review, pre-parole plan, weekly individual and group progress, problem solving and counseling sessions, crisis intervention, verifications and initiation and follow-up of treatment referrals. Receives and processes monthly treatment reports from all vendors for each client. Will be trained in and expected to utilize Motivational Interviewing skills effectively. Complete and maintain required certifications related to crisis intervention, motivational interviewing and other certifications required by the State of Colorado’s Division of Criminal Justice. Initiates and maintains accurate current and complete case documentation, including arrival and termination reports, performance review summaries, monthly progress reports, chronological case notes and log, incident reports, affidavits, court reports, and other written documents and correspondence. Conducts safety and security activities, including random client pat-searches, room and facility searches and inspections, vehicle searches, supervision and collection of urine specimens, verification of client locations and activities in and outside the facility, resident counts, and emergency drills consistent with Department policies. Observes, supervises, and interacts with residents individually and in groups throughout the facility to assess present location and behavior, compliance with facility rules, completion of daily chores, appropriateness of guest visits and sign-out accuracy. Ensures that individuals and team meet goals and provide the highest level of service, while acting and presenting in a professional manner. May represent GCCC and its clients with Probation, in Parole Board Hearings and Court Proceedings. Will frequently interact with members of the public sector, (vendors, family). Attends and participates in disciplinary, classification, case manager, residential and Department staff meetings. May assist in providing technological support and coverage to the Work-Ender and Useful Public Services programs. Drive County vehicles to perform one or more essential job functions. Observe safety precautions and use County equipment property in a safe and professional manner. When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Garfield County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker. Other duties as assigned.   CORE COMPETENCIES: (Representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position) Public Service: A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County. It is who we are, and what we do. Customer Service: A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer’s needs. Stewardship & Innovation: Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency. Teamwork: Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others. Business Technology: Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies. Communication: Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position. Utilize Motivational Interviewing skills when verbally communicating with clients. Change Management: Applies general knowledge of change management best practices to effectively manage transitions, minimizing impact and downtime during organizational or process changes. Analytical Thinking: Demonstrates the ability to evaluate situations, consider the best approach, and investigate alternative solutions to support effective decision-making. Criminal Justice Expertise: Possesses knowledge of constitutional case law and Colorado criminal laws related to residential programs and judicial proceedings, with a strong understanding of criminal justice, corrections, and probation principles, procedures, and trends.   BENEFITS: Medical, Vision, Dental Disability & Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation & Sick Time Employee Wellness Programs Employee Gyms To view the complete benefits information, please visit https://www.garfieldcountyco.gov/human-resources/benefits-brochure/   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as determined by Garfield County may be substituted for the following requirements.) Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral sciences such as criminal justice, or a related field. Experience: Three years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, or a related field. Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license. CPR Certification. Additional Requirements: Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment. No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history within the past seven years. No record of driver’s license suspension or revocation in any state.   PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical activities and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. REQUIRED PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects, such as detention cell doors, restraints, or emergency response gear, often exceeding 50 pounds, using proper technique. Bending and Stooping: Capable of frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling when conducting room checks, inspections, or assisting clients with movements. Grasping and Typing: Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and office equipment, demonstrating fine motor skills for typing, clicking, and manipulating documents. Physical Contact: Able to be prepared for physical contact when working with individual clients or conducting searches, ensuring safety and compliance with established procedures. Visual Acuity: Must possess clear vision for observing client behavior, identifying potential security threats, and reading critical information on documents or screens. Walking and Standing: Able to stand for extended periods and move quickly to respond to security incidents, as well as patrol detention facilities. Climbing: Capable of ascending and descending stairs, ladders, or obstacles within detention facilities when securing areas or conducting inspections. Reaching: Able to reach, grasp, and manipulate objects within confined spaces or client rooms while maintaining situational awareness. Hearing: Possess excellent hearing and auditory perception to respond to radio communications, alarms, and instructions from colleagues and superiors. Sitting: Ability to sit during short breaks, complete incident reports, or monitor surveillance equipment in detention control centers. Physical Stamina: Maintain physical stamina to perform physically demanding tasks, respond to security incidents, and endure long shifts, often under stressful conditions.   WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous situations, which may involve physically violent people, interviewing mentally or emotionally disturbed persons or bodily injury from biohazards, infections, or blood-borne pathogens. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud depending on locations; at times the noise level may be loud. There are frequent interruptions and multiple demands.   USE OF PHYSICAL FORCE: The use of physical force may be necessary in certain situations to protect clients, staff or third parties. Physical force will only be used as a last resort and shall be limited to force that would reasonably be used by citizens to protect persons, property, premises or to assist law enforcement officers. In any case, when physical force is used, the staff member(s) involved shall immediately notify management and shall immediately submit a thorough written report.   WORK HOURS: Regular Full-Time position, 40 hours per week. Hours are typically 10:00 am to 8:00 pm all week. (May work 4, 10-hour shifts) There may be times when an employee may need to work outside the established work week, such as after hours or on the weekend.   REQUIRED TRAVEL: The employee is regularly required to travel within the County and is an essential driver.   TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT: Computer and relevant software applications, spreadsheets, calendars, and word processing. Will also work with calculators, telephone systems, and mobile phones.   NOTE: This position requires a pre-employment background check which will include a Criminal Background Check, Education Verification, Employment Verification, and Motor Vehicle Record. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of these items.   THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT. Nothing in this job description restricts Garfield County’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description describes the County’s current assignment of essential functions. Those functions may change at any time as the needs of the County change or for other reasons deemed appropriate by the County.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Rifle, Colorado   Benefit Information To view the complete benefits information, please visit https://www.garfieldcountyco.gov/human-resources/benefits-brochure/   Hiring Range $25.83 - $31.64   Full Pay Range $25.83 - $37.45   Driving Classification Essential   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Req Number CRI-26-00004   Open Date 6/3/2026   About the Organization Garfield County, Colorado consists of rugged alpine vistas and high desert mountains in the Rocky Mountain region, which dwells along the Continental Divide. Garfield County is located in western Colorado, where outdoor recreation opportunities abound, including hunting, fishing, hiking, rafting and kayaking, biking, skiing and snowboarding. It is home to the second largest designated wilderness area in Colorado - the Flattops Wilderness, the world's largest mineral hot springs pool, a popular family ski resort, and Hanging Lake, designated as a National Natural Landmark by the Secretary of the Interior in 2011.   EOE Statement Garfield County is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. 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