Court Program Specialist
Court Program Specialist
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$ 53797 - 68660
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Job Description
Summary
Bring structure service and consistency to the courtroom. As a Court Program Specialist with the City of Medford youll play a vital role in supporting both traditional and alternative court programs that impact daily operations and client outcomes. Whether youre coordinating Outreach Court logistics monitoring program compliance or walking someone through their next steps with clarity and professionalism this role blends administrative precision with meaningful public service.
Apply today to be part of a team focused on effective community-centered justice.
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Four (4) or more years of experience in social work judicial legal or law enforcement field which must include clerical administrative support or customer relations experience.
- Bachelors degree in social work psychology criminal justice or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:- Judicial experience especially jury administration and management.
Available Schedules:
- 8 hours daily Monday - Friday
- Opportunity for alternate schedule after the first 90-days:
- 9-80 (nine-hour workdays with a three-day weekend every other week)
Compensation & Information on Benefits
This position is part of the AFSCMEemployee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
- Scheduled salary increases and a potential 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) are anticipated effective July 1 2025
- Educational incentive pay:
Additional 2.5% for an Associates Degree
Additional 5% for a Bachelors Degree
Healthcare Benefits:- Medical vision and dental benefits for employee and family paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance policy value of $50000 paid by the City
- Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employees (6%) contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employees retirement planning
Additional Benefits:- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The Citys Wellness Program promotes physical social emotional intellectual financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the Citysfully equipped fitness center24/7
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Provides general and technical administrative support for the programs administered by the Municipal Court. Support includes direct client services including interviewing screening and monitoring of clients.
- Administration of alternative court programs.
- Makes case decisions and recommendations based upon evaluation of clients and their individual needs.
- Provides timely processing of pending cases including execution of compliance and non-compliance orders and notices. Prepares and maintains records as required.
- Provides general and technical administrative support to the Municipal Court and all court activities.
- Executes the timely processing of pending cases which includes preparation of the Court Docket: the scheduling of appearances execution of warrants and notices.
- Engages in electronic and physical case management for criminal prosecution and other matters.
- Provides exceptional interpersonal communication and customer service skills to support clients and defuse and resolve issues for difficult sometimes angry/hostile clients.
- Provides jury administration and management.
- Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental and/or citywide operational structure and is at the discretion of the Supervisor.
Other Functions of the Position:- Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
- Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
- Fosters an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
- Is an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.
Competencies:Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They can demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.
Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in todays organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustain energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.
Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources respond to requests from other parts of the organization and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.
Technology Savvy - Effective performers use technology to be successful int their organizational role. They value technology and understand the necessity of leveraging it to stay productive and competitive. They are proactive in investigating and adopting new technologies to achieve competitive advantage.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
This is an office-based position with a typical office environment including comfortable temperature and lighting and the usual level of office distractions. The role requires interaction with the public which may include individuals who are experiencing emotional stress. While minimal the position may also involve travel to different court locations.
This position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods with occasional movement around the office. This may include bending stooping twisting and reaching to access files or equipment. Employees must be able to operate standard office equipment including computers printers and telephones. Good eyesight hearing and hand-eye coordination are essential for this role.Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a see resume response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Use of AI-Generated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicants unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use ofAI-generated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:- Criminal history background investigation
- CJIS clearance
- Favorable driving record
- Clear drug screen following federal law
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance:- If you have questions about the job posting please contact the Human Resources department at .
- For technical assistance completing your online application please contact Government Jobs at .
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VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based uponrace religion color national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age ancestry status as a protected veteran physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process please contact or email:.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
