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 – Problem Solving Court position is responsible for coordinating a variety of administrative duties and functions in support of the court’s Drug Court program. The position offers an excellent opportunity to serve adult clients under the Adult Drug Court, Mental Health Court, and/or Veterans Treatment Court Programs while gaining valuable experience through direct involvement in the court process. Duties will include: coordinating, creating, entering, monitoring, and maintaining case information. Direct involvement in case progression, docket preparation, status updates and program referrals. Collaboration with participants, team members and judges in court staffing's and judicial hearings.
The ideal candidate will have 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 analytical related experience is preferred. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis, excluding supervisory experience.
A bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or closely related field required. Additional relevant experience may substitute for recommended education level on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. A Juris Doctorate degree may substitute for two years of the required experience.
State Funded. OPS (Other Personnel Services), $25.09/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.