PSI Assistant

Allen County Government•Fort Wayne, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Office Manager, the PSI Assistant proofreads Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) reports and collects fees. This position is covered under the Circuit Court Employee Handbook. This is an employee-at-will position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and one year experience in proof-reading, knowledge of Criminal Justice System and bank/cashier/teller experience
Ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related computer software programs (Odyssey and Informer)
Significant knowledge of grammar and reading copy looking for mistakes, proofreading
Ability to meet strict deadlines and adhere to format report processes
Ability to accurately receipt monies and make change
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and strong organization skills
Strong time management skills
Ability to use various office equipment including, but not limited to computer, printer, scanner, copier and calculator

Responsibilities

Responsible for proofreading and correcting all Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) reports including looking for mistyped words, grammatical errors and verifying information contained in the report is accurate.
Organizes reports based on filing dates once supervisor reviews and signs documents.
Copies PSI’s along with all essential additional information and distributes to Defense Attorney, Prosecutor’s Office and Court Copy.
Fulfills requests from other departments for copies of the PSI.
Compiles monthly report totals of the number of PSIs conducted, distributing report to Office Manager and Writers.
Confirms information gained through the defendant and outside sources including the verification of dates and criminal history.
Performs fee clerk duties including collecting payments from defendants, assessing accounts and balancing cash drawer.
Accepts credit card payments over the telephone.
Answers questions regarding fees.
Makes daily bank deposits.
Resource person for department interns.
Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.