Jail Screening Intern - UNPAID in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Wisconsin Community Services

Job Summary
This is an unpaid internship position to learn the day-to-day operations of Pretrial Jail Screening. As time allows during the semester, there may be opportunities to learn and observe Pretrial Supervision and OWI programs as well.

Anticipated Duration
Minimum of 1 semester and 10 hours per week. Work hours will be primarily between 5:30 AM and 3:30 PM, with the possibility of occasional Sunday Work

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Not to be confused with qualifications, this is a detailed but concise bulleted list of all duties for the open role. Any supervisory and financial functions can be listed here as well.
• Observe and participate in all essential functions of the Jail Screener position to gain a full understanding of the position.
• Assist the Jail Screeners with preparing Public Safety Assessment reports to court officials to assist in making release decisions.
• Review CCAP and NCIC data to obtain criminal history of individuals booked into the jail.
• Attend intake court to observe the process
• Enter data into the AWARDS database for statistical tracking.
Required Qualifications
• This is an unpaid internship opportunity for individuals pursuing an Undergraduate degree in criminal justice or related fields

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Communication – ability to provide information effectively with a diverse population - the persons we serve, supervisor, colleagues, and program partners in writing and oral communications.
• Technological Aptitude – Ability to use general technological skills throughout daily job i.e., Email, Internet, company specified systems, (ex. Microsoft 365).
• Managing Priorities/Deadlines – Ability to maintain schedules, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Problem-Solving Skills – Ability to think critically and be solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment and adapt to program changes and challenges.
• Adaptability – Ability to manage change, deal with situations as they arise and work independently or as part of a team.
• Teamwork – Ability to work as a team participate productively while also managing independent contributing duties and responsibilities.
• Motivation – Possess a commitment to the assigned job, mission and core values of the organization while also supporting a respectful and harmonious work setting.
• Professionalism – Ability to conduct oneself with a high level of integrity, ethics and boundaries.
• Multicultural Sensitivity – The role involves working in the community and interacting directly with diverse populations, including clients, partners, and service providers. As such, the employee must demonstrate professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and strong interpersonal skills while representing the organization in a variety of settings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Duties require good hearing and the ability to communicate verbally; hand and finger dexterity for data entry and typing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Most of the work will be done in the WCS assigned office at the Waukesha County Jail. Has contact with a wide variety of individuals including individuals with pending criminal charges, courthouse and jail personnel, various criminal justice agencies and other WCS staff.
The Waukesha County jail does require a background check through their agency to obtain access to the jail.

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.