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Sentencing Advocate I
Description of Duties
This is a senior-level position responsible for the development and daily operation of a sentencing advocacy program that promotes rehabilitative, restorative, and client-centered outcomes in criminal cases, including alternatives to pretrial detention and incarceration. Duties involve writing, reviewing, and editing persuasive reports to promote favorable pleas and sentencing results, and participating in advocating for clients to ensure they receive the needed services and support during all phases of a criminal case. This position differs from Sentencing Advocate II by virtue of overseeing the sentencing advocacy program, continuously monitoring the progress of clients and day-to-day operation of cases and client support, and the supervision and training of staff. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a higher-level staff member. General supervision may be exercised over Sentencing Advocate IIs.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, or one of the social or behavioral sciences, plus two (2) years paid or volunteer* full-time or its part-time equivalent** experience in sentencing advocacy, law enforcement (including corrections), investigations, the supervision of individuals on probation/parole, social work or casework, mental health counseling, counseling chemically dependent individuals, or in an offender re-entry, rehabilitative, counseling, or workforce development program; OR,
- Graduation with an Associate’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, or one of the social or behavioral sciences, plus four (4) years paid or volunteer* full-time or its part-time equivalent** experience as described in (A) above; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
*Volunteer experience must be documented by the participating agency and signed by the appointing authority. Employment dates, average number of hours worked per week, and job duties must be included. Documentation must be included with your application.
NOTE: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid New York State license to operate a motor vehicle or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
