Administrative Program Specialist

Requisition No: 879768 Agency: State Courts System Working Title: OPS COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST II - 22090912 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 22090912 Salary: $23.10 per hour Posting Closing Date: 08/14/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Closing Date: August 14, 2026 Position# 22090912 Class Title: OPS Court Program Specialist II Hourly: $23.10 Location Fourth Judicial Circuit Court, Jacksonville, Florida The essential function of the position within the organization is to provide case management for participants in the Duval and Clay County Veterans Treatment Court. This position works under the general supervision of the Director of Problem-Solving Courts. EXAMPLES OF WORK * Serves as Case Manager for the Veterans Treatment Court Program in Duval and Clay County. * Conducts eligibility screenings for potential new participants (Active Duty). * Conducts new participant intake and orientation. * Enters new participant data into the Problem-Solving Court Case Management System. * Performs ongoing participant level data entry for all Veterans Treatment Court participants. * Creates and maintains records on all Veterans Treatment Court participants. * Prepares pre-court staffing agendas and reports. * Attends and participates in pre-court staffing and court proceedings for Veterans Treatment Court. * Advocates for strict sanctions and/or fair incentives for program participants to the judge in open court. * Coordinates with community-based treatment providers for services needed by program participants. * Conducts individualized case management/assistance meetings with program participants. * Performs observed specimen collections following strict collection procedures for all program participants and individuals referred by the general courts. * Assists public in person, by telephone, and via correspondence, providing case status information and referrals to appropriate community agencies. * Compiles data for quarterly and annual performance reports assigned. * Participates with local community councils and work groups to exchange information, solve problems, and coordinate services. * Develops and maintains working relationships with Veterans Treatment Court team members and their agency leaders. * Attends technical or professional workshops or seminars to improve professional skills. * Performs other duties as assigned by the Problem-Solving Court Administrative Judge, Trial Court Administrator, and/or Director of Problem-Solving Courts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knows court processes and procedures. Communicates effectively and professionally in writing and orally. Establishes work priorities and meets deadlines. Pay attention to details to ensure accurate results. Respects confidentially. Maintains effective working relationships with other court personnel, legal professionals, litigants, and the public. Education and Experience Guidelines Bachelor's Degree and two years of professional related experience. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. Special comments The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted to conduct a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. According to section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (judicial branch) are not covered under the Career Service System. All employees of the Florida State Courts System are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights. Health insurance is offered with this position. There is no paid leave or vacation time offered How to Apply Submit a current and complete online state employment application at the People First State of Florida Jobs website for State Courts System including a cover letter and resume. An application must be submitted for the position listing the appropriate class title and position number for which you are applying. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. The resume cannot be substituted for the State Employment Application. All employment information must be seen on the application. The People First profile application will not be considered. For assistance with using the People First System, contact the People First Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. For additional information, contact Debra Marchant at View phone number on click.appcast.io To learn more about the Florida State Courts System, visit its website To learn more about the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, visit its website We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, or disability. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the contact person at the number indicated for each respective position. Persons using a TDD may call the contact person through the Florida Relay Service 711 or View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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