Specialty Courts Program Coord -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)(Non-Merit)
About The Position
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch, employing nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks. The AOC provides the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, health insurance, and a retirement plan. Their work environment values diversity and inclusion and is committed to fair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. They also promote a healthy work and life balance. The Office of Statewide Programs, Department of Specialty Courts has an opening for a Specialty Courts Program Coordinator in Hardin County. The Specialty Courts Program Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Specialty Court program, ensuring compliance with program requirements, policies, and procedures. This position provides case management and community supervision to participants while collaborating with judges, court staff, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to promote participant success and program effectiveness. The Program Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate case files and program documentation, completing data collection and reporting, supporting grant requirements, audits, and preparing timely and accurate reports for the court. The position serves as a key liaison among program stakeholders, evaluates program activities and outcomes, and identifies opportunities to improve operational efficiency and achievement of program goals. The Program Coordinator also performs court administrative duties and other responsibilities as needed to support the effective operation of the Specialty Court Program.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field.
- At least two (2) years of experience working with high-risk or high-needs population, including individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, or multiple barriers to success.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to deal with highly stressed people.
- Must be able to deal with substance abuse issues and behavioral health needs.
- Must be able to work inside a detention center on an as needed basis.
Responsibilities
- Manage a high caseload of Specialty Court participants, conducting screenings, intakes, orientations, individualized case planning, and ongoing targeted case management.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies to secure participant access to treatment, housing, education, vocational training, and other resources.
- Serve as a liaison among judges, attorneys, court staff, treatment providers, and community partners to coordinate services and support participant success.
- Enter and maintain accurate data in the case management system, ensuring documentation, reports, and files meet program and compliance standards.
- May assist other Specialty Court programs and departmental initiatives based on organizational needs and operational priorities.
- Some overnight travel is required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous vacation and sick time
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
