The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is a progressive trial court in Central Florida where employees make a difference. Our team of court professionals is richly diverse, with unique perspectives and ideas. We encourage teamwork and individual contribution and pride ourselves on changing attitudes and doing things better. We’re always interested in dynamic individuals who enjoy innovation, new ideas and the opportunity to serve others while leading the way to the court of tomorrow.
Position description
The Court Program Specialist III – Mental Health Court (OPS) position is responsible for coordinating a variety of administrative duties and functions in support of the court’s Mental Health Court program. The position offers an excellent opportunity to serve adult clients under the Mental Health Court Program while gaining valuable experience through direct involvement in the court process. Duties will include coordinating, creating, entering, monitoring, and maintaining case information. The chosen candidate will have direct involvement in case progression, docket preparation, status updates program referral. Collaboration with participants, team members and judges in court staffings and judicial hearings is expected. This position will require periodic local travel within Orange County. Reliable transportation is required.
A bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or closely related field is required. Additional relevant experience may substitute for recommended education level on a year-for-year basis.
The ideal candidate will also have a thorough working knowledge of the criminal justice system as well as a general knowledge of mental health and substance abuse. Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe. Three years of professional administrative or analytical experience is preferred. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis.
State Funded. OPS (Other Personnel Services), $26.36/hr. OPS/Variable hour employees may be eligible for insurance coverage. No holiday pay, sick or vacation time accrued. Up to 40 hours per week except for holiday weeks for an indefinite period.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Persons with a disability needing an accommodation for the application/selection process should notify Human Resources (407) 836‐2261 prior to the application deadline. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.
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Position Details
Position #: 22092939
Closing Date: Open until filled
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Type: OPS
FLSA: Exempt
Shift: Day
Salary: $26.36HR/$54,826.20Annually
Location: Orlando, FL
Relocation: Not Available
Benefits
The Ninth Circuit is a unique organization, rich with diversity and unlimited opportunity. Depending on certain circumstances, OPS employees may also be eligible for:
- Affordable Health Benefits
- Optional Vision, Dental, Life and Supplemental Insurance
- Multiple Deferred Compensation Options
- Tax Favored Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Support
- Ongoing Training and Growth Opportunities