Problem-Solving Court Manager (13th Judicial Circuit)

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners • Tampa, FL

20h • $59,150 • Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for the developing, implementing, and managing of Problem-Solving Court (PSC) programs; training development; supervising staff, including, selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, recommending termination; prepares periodic employee performance evaluations; policy and procedure implementation; and performing related administrative functions.

Requirements

• Five years of related experience including two years of supervisor and budget experience along with extensive working knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.
• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, business administration, court judicial administration, social work, criminal justice, or a closely related social science field.
• Ability to research, collect and analyze data of drug court programs.
• Knowledge of contractual agreements for services supporting the drug court programs, such as outpatient and residential treatment or evaluation services.
• Skilled at locating and providing of ancillary services and troubleshooting related problems.
• Ability to supervise or direct others by determining or interpreting work procedures, assigning specific duties, maintaining harmonious relations, and promoting efficiency.
• Skilled at reading and interpreting advanced professional materials.
• Ability to write complex reports and papers and speak to high level professional groups.
• Ability to work well under pressure; conform to shifting priorities demands and timelines and take responsibility for the safety and health of others.
• Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work or guidance and counseling is desirable.
• A Master’s degree in an area cited above may substitute for two years of the recommended nonmanagement experience.
• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school may substitute for three years of the recommended non-management experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise line staff, including participating in the selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, coaching; prepare periodic employee performance evaluations in conjunction with the Director of PSC.
• Ensure staff court coverage throughout PSC divisions, providing back-up coverage, when needed.
• Provide logistical support for training initiatives and opportunities, and disseminates training materials to PSC teams, including staff, stakeholders, and judges.
• Assist in the development and implementation of PSC programs within the circuit; serve as liaison for programs with judiciary, constitutional officers, other criminal justice agencies, treatment providers and various community agencies; draft document, such as Policy and Procedures, Handbook, etc.; manage projects of responsibility in compliance with applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with PSC team members and their agency leaders; assist team members with operations of their programs.
• Attend and/or conduct staff, committee, community board, agency and other professional meetings to exchange information; attend technical or professional workshops or seminars to improve professional skills.
• Assist in the monitoring of contractual agreements for services supporting the PSC programs, such as outpatient and residential treatment or evaluation services; troubleshoot related problems and assist with the locating and providing of ancillary services.
• Establish policy and procedures for PSC in accordance with state and federal guidelines; follow the ten key components; implement and update written PSC program handbooks and manuals.
• Assist in the preparation of the data reports; respond to judicial, state, county and public information requests pertaining to PSC programs.
• Serve as the back-up to the Director of PSC, as needed, develops and implements PSC programs circuit-wide under direction of the Trial Court Administrator and/or Chief Judge.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• comprehensive health insurance
• life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits
• supplemental dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• hospitalization insurance
• promotional opportunities
• tuition-free college courses
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) eligibility
• 457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

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