COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

Court Program Specialist II - 22011780

Position: Court Program Specialist II in the Family Court Division

Location: St. Lucie County Courthouse, Fort Pierce, FL

Position also travels to other locations within the judicial circuit.

Salary: $48,040.08 annually

Full-Time; Benefits Package; Retirement

Effective Date: Immediately

General Description: The essential function of the position is to assist judges with the timely disposition of cases through case management, case monitoring, and program implementation. The position is responsible for providing information to litigants and trial court staff; reviewing filings; managing and preparing cases for court hearings; briefing judges; attending hearings (if applicable) and other trial court proceedings; maintaining record/filing system; scheduling hearings; and performing related clerical support functions. The position is responsible for collecting and reporting on case/program data and maintaining databases as needed. The position works under general supervision of the Director of Case Management in developing work methods and sequences. This position shall provide case management assistance in family and will cross train in the civil case management division when coverage is needed.

Education and Experience Required:

Education - Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Experience - Three years of professional, administrative, analytical related work experience. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school may substitute for two years of the recommended experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience level on a year-for-year basis. Valid Florida State Driver's License required.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit the following materials:

1. Cover Letter and Resume

Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 PM, Monday, May 4, 2026

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

If you are a person with a disability who requires a special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process please call the Human Resources Department at (772) 807-4370 (option 6) 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.