Juvenile Court Case Manager (Court Program Specialist II)

15th Judicial Circuit Court • Main - 205 N. Dixie Hwy West Palm Beach, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for employing effective case management procedures that assist with the identification and coordination of Juvenile Dependency Court cases. The essential function of the position is to assist judges and magistrates with the timely disposition of cases through case management and case monitoring. The position is responsible for providing information to case parties, reviewing filings, managing and preparing cases for court hearings, attending hearings, and other court proceedings, maintaining data, preparing detailed statistical information and performing related administrative support functions. Uncompromising integrity and confidentiality is required of the individual in this position. The position supports the judiciary and is not a direct service position working with children and families. The Juvenile Court Case Manager serves as a liaison between the judiciary and court administration while working under direct supervision of the Juvenile Court Director. Work is reviewed through reports, conferences, and results achieved.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public or Business Administration, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or closely related field and two (2) year of experience working in a business or court setting.
• Relevant experience and/or education may substitute for the recommended minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of court processes, legal terminology, juvenile court procedures including dependency and delinquency 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 timely.
• 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 effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for knowledge in dependency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management services and other assistance to the judiciary and general magistrates of the Juvenile Court Division.
• Screens cases, prepares orders, and updates Court database.
• Researches case histories, prepares dockets, attends court, and sets hearings and mediations as needed.
• Manages cases by screening related cases through various sources, prepares reports and orders, as well as works with Court partners to ensure documentation pertinent to the case and/or litigants are in the files
• Maintains and prepares statistical information and reports as needed.
• Interacts with judges, magistrates, court staff, and court partners within Juvenile Court.
• Other duties assigned by the Juvenile Court Director, Judges, or Chief Deputy Court Administrator.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level