Job Description

Requisition No: 861438


Agency: State Courts System


Working Title: OPS COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST II - 22091154


Pay Plan: Temp


Position Number: 22091154


Salary: $23.10


Posting Closing Date: 10/02/2025

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: Court Program Specialist II (Court Case Management Specialist Felony/Misdemeanor) (State OPS Funded)

SALARY:

$23.10 Hourly

Applicants interested in the position should also submit an application on our website, which is https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/jud11flcourts.

Description

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Hourly rate is Non-Negotiable. The position is currently funded until June 30, 2026. Funding for this position beyond June 30, 2026 is subject to approval.

The court case management specialist position will facilitate the diversion from jail to community-based behavioral health treatment and services as well as gather information from community stakeholders that address adherence with the criminal justice requirements that are necessary for successful recovery and community integration.



This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work/onsite schedule after a 90-day period, as outlined by existing Circuit policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

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Provides information to the court regarding the client and adherence to the diversion plan obtained through communication with family, housing, treatment providers and other stakeholders as necessary. Assists with linkage to community-based behavioral health treatment and services including screening, assessment, planning, identification, coordination and development of diversion plan. Ability to access other essential support services for the client following discharge to the community. Serves as a boundary spanner across criminal justice and behavioral health systems. Completes all necessary documentation and reporting requirements. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with course work in psychology, sociology, mental health counseling, or a related field. Three (3) years of related professional experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of issues related to criminal justice, community mental health, case management and community resources. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software programs. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Detailed-oriented and goal-oriented. Ability to maintain complex records. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, the judiciary, court administration, and other agencies.

Working Conditions:

Moderate noise; business office setting.

Physical Demands:

Work involves a significant amount of standing, walking, sitting, typing, talking, listening, stooping, and reaching with hands and arms. Must be able to transfer up to 10 pounds.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.


Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.


The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.