PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Requisition No: 509446

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: PROGRAM COORDINATOR - 22011973

Position Number: 22011973

Salary: $52,917.55 - $95,251.59 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 11/24/2021

DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the coordination of Early Childhood Court (EEC), a specialty court to assist families with children ages zero to five in the dependency system. The person in this position may be deployed to assist in other specialty courts as needed. The Program Coordinator serves as a liaison between the judiciary and court administration while working under direct supervision of the Drug Court Manager and is reviewed through reports, conferences, and results achieved.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

• Screens dependency cases for eligibility for ECC; recruits potential participants; prepares orders.
• Monitors standards of practice to ensure consistency and fidelity of the ECC model.
• Researches case histories, compiles statistical data, prepares reports for the court.
• Facilitates family team meetings, provider, and stakeholder meetings.
• Assists with education and training of community partners related to ECC.
• Assists the public with court information.
• Establishes working relationships with judges, court personnel, professionals associated with the court and the general public.
• Implements and monitors federal and local grants related to ECC.
• Participates in regular statewide calls and meetings related to ECC.
• Provides referrals to appropriate community agencies.
• Attends community meetings, trainings, and conferences relevant to ECC.
• Tracks expenses related to ECC.
• Provides task supervision to administrative assistant and interns.
• Other duties assigned by the judiciary or Chief Deputy Court Administrator.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Public or Business Administration or closely related field and one (1) year of experience working in a business or court setting; or equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Master's degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. Knowledge of program administration, early childhood development, infant mental health and/or adolescent mental health and treatment interventions is preferable.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of court processes, legal terminology, juvenile court procedures including dependency with a preference for knowledge in dependency procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles of file and records management.
• Skill in analyzing court files for appropriate pleadings and legal documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to work within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
• Ability to use processing, spreadsheets, and database software applications.
• Ability to work independently and establish work priorities.
• Ability to work in a paperless/file less system.
• Ability to prioritize work and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive issues before the court.
• Ability to interpret, explain and apply laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and to establish work priorities.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and logically, both orally and in writing with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other court personnel and outside agencies, legal professionals, litigants, and the general public.

SPECIAL COMMENTS

The Florida State Court System is a criminal justice agency. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

In accordance with Section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (judicial branch) are not covered under the Career Service System.

All employees of the Florida State Court System are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested parties should forward a Cover Letter, Resume, and current and complete State of Florida Employment Application to: Wendy Parent, Drug Court Manager at problemsolvingcourts@circuit19.org.

Notice:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until 5:00 pm Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information or disability.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO REQUIRES A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT (772) 807-4370 (OPTION 6).

For more information about the 19th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, please visit the Court’s Employment webpage at https://www.circuit19.org/about-courts/employment-opportunities.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.