Volunteers

VOLUNTEER FOR THE DRUG COURT PROGRAM (GED TUTOR): Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Summary: The Ocean County Superior Court is seeking volunteers to work individually or in a group setting to tutor Drug Court participants in preparation for the GED. Duties: The selected candidate would evaluate the GED pre-test and determine areas that need improvement and tutor the participant in said area (Reading, Math, Social Studies and Science). Hours must be flexible and can be determined by tutor and participant. Salary: Unpaid. (2008)

VOLUNTEER FOR THE JUVENILE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, NJ. Summary: The Ocean County Superior Court is seeking volunteers to join the Juvenile Conference Committee (JCC) for its Manahawkin, Barnegat, Berkeley, Toms River, Lacey and Little Egg Harbor communities. JCC members are court appointed citizens who conduct confidential, informal hearings regarding complaints against juveniles who allegedly commit minor acts of delinquency such as criminal mischief, trespassing, shoplifting, simple assault and disorderly person’s offenses. Duties: The JCC makes recommendations to the presiding Family Court Judge which may include counseling, restitution, community work, a letter of apology or other sanctions/conditions that will help the juvenile become a responsible person. JCC members meet once a month starting between 3pm and 7pm at standard locations. Qualifications: Must be at least eighteen years of age; excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills; must be able to read, speak, write and understand English – bilingual skills would be helpful; ability to serve a minimum of one year; required to complete mandated JCC training; must attend a Volunteer Court Orientation Training; agree to take an Oath of Confidentiality; satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprinting screening; abide by the Judiciary Code of Conduct. Salary: Unpaid. (2008)

VOLUNTEER: Superior Court Judicial Merit Commission. Summary: The Superior Court in Mohave County is seeking to appoint a resident of Mohave County from the Bullhead City area to fill a public member vacancy on the Judicial Employee Merit Commission. The commission meets every other month and is responsible for advising the presiding judge on personnel matters affecting the Superior Court which includes employees from probation and juvenile detention, the office of the clerk of the court, conciliation court, and the superior court divisions. The commission is responsible for recommending rules, processes and procedures for advancing professionalism and efficiency in the judicial service. It is also empowered to hear employee grievances involving matters such as application of merit system rules. Commissioners serve in a volunteer non-paid status. The commission is currently comprised of public members Susan Chan, Lee Haywood and Jackie Walker from Kingman, Amy Sugamele from Lake Havasu City, and employee members Jim Starnes from Probation & Audrey MacDonald from the Clerk of Superior Court. The court strives to have a diverse and broad representation on the commission. (2007)

VICTIM SERVICES CRISIS INTERVENTION VOLUNTEER: Victim Services Office, Bullhead City, AZ. Summary: Under general supervision, respond 24 hours a day to assist victims immediately following the crime in whatever capacity is needed within the scope of the program. Serves as a liaison between the victim and law enforcement and medical personnel. Duties: Responds to requests from law enforcement to assist victims of crime through crisis intervention. At the request of the crime victim, accompany them to court hearings/trials. Assist victim in making phone calls to family and friends. When necessary, arrange for emergency shelter and food for crime victims. Arrange transportation. Explain, in terms they can understand, the criminal justice system as it applies to their situation. Identify victims and witnesses needs resulting from crime. Provide referral to other social service agencies for assistance. Provide information and referral for victim compensation program. Attend monthly staff and training meetings. Attend any additional trainings as deemed appropriate (at the expense of the program). Must complete two (2) mandatory ride-a-longs with law enforcement agencies within jurisdiction. Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. Complies with and promotes safe practices in agreement with the safety rules and procedures set forth in the Loss Control Program. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Individual must possess the desire to assist people in “Crisis” The ability and flexibility to respond to 24 hour on call situations. Must successfully complete crisis intervention training as required by the program. And willing to commit at least one (1) year to the program. Bi-lingual in English and Spanish desirable. (2007)

VOLUNTEER TRANSLATOR: inMotion: Justice for All Women, New York City. Duties: The student/volunteer will translate or review a translation of a pro se law library into various languages used throughout New York City--the student/volunteer may translate as many booklets as he/she wants. The pro se library addresses the limited availability of representation for an increasing number of women who cannot afford legal assistance. The Library consists of 11 booklets that cover the following subject matters: Paternity Proceedings, Adoption, Custody and Visitation, Guardianship, Divorce, Spousal Support, Child Support, Orders of Protection, Domestic Violence and Immigrant Women, Social Security Number and Name Changes, and New York City Courts. It is our hope that the library will be translated into numerous languages so that they can be used by pro se litigants, volunteer attorneys and community organizations who deal with clients whose first language is not English. Students/volunteers who can do written translations into Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Turkish, Urdu, and Yiddish are needed. Speakers of other languages not listed here are encouraged to inquire. Estimated time to completion of project: depends on booklet, 5-15 hours per booklet. Qualifications: Proficiency in written translations from English to another foreign language. (2007)

LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOR WOMEN VOLUNTEER: Chrysalis (Center for Women and Girls), Limited Legal Services Clinic & Representation. Summary: The Legal Assistance for Women (LAW) Program volunteer assists volunteer attorneys in: Providing pro se assistance and other limited legal services to low-income women in family law matters at Limited Legal Services Clinics and follow-up services off-site; and Providing pro bono legal representation in family law cases to low-income women screened by Chrysalis. LAW Program Volunteer Attorneys are supervised by the Chrysalis Family Law Attorney and the volunteer attorney whom they are assisting. Duties: Attend 12-hour training program provided by Chrysalis. Attend volunteer orientation and observe trained volunteers at a “buddy shift” for the Limited Legal Services Clinic. Assist at Limited Legal Services Clinic by interviewing clients, helping clients organize documents and gather information, drafting documents for review by attorney, and providing referrals. Assist volunteer attorneys with Pro Bono Family Law Representation by helping clients organize documents and gather information, drafting documents for review by attorney, and researching legal issues. Complete paperwork related to Limited Legal Services Clinic and report the number of hours volunteered off-site. Honor volunteer commitments. Notify LAW Program staff in advance of any schedule conflict, absence, and change in contact information. Qualifications: Interest in family law issues. Law student or paralegal (preference given to 2nd or 3rd year law students and experienced paralegals). Awareness of and respect for diversity. Good communication, organization, and time management skills. Ability to maintain client confidentiality . (2007)

COURT WATCHER: Tallahassee Police Department, Employee Resources Division, Court Watch Program, Tallahassee, FL. Summary: The Tallahassee Police Department in conjunction with the Steele-Brook Institute helped sponsor a citizen watch group committed to objectively evaluating some elements of the legal justice system. Citizens may participate in this program as volunteers with the Department. Duties: Court Watchers objectively observe a half-day session each week in a courtroom setting. Watchers evaluate the prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge on preparedness and professional behavior. This includes, but is not limited to, presentation, organization, communication skills and experience level. Court Watchers assess the key players’ demeanor towards the victim, witness, and defendant as well as the presentation of evidence. Volunteers observe and evaluate court proceedings from a lay perspective to help shape a better system of justice. Qualifications: Court Watchers must be at least 30 years of age and represent a cross section of the community. Volunteers for this position, and their family members, may not be victims of a recent violent crime. Court Watchers may not have an arrest or conviction record for violent crime; or, have a case of any nature pending before the courts. Commitment: Four hours per court session. The frequency of the sessions is limited only by the availability of the volunteer. Certification Training: Training includes observation and evaluation techniques; courtroom etiquette; the judicial process; legal concepts and terms; and the roles of the judge, prosecutor, and defense attorney. Once the education process is complete, a certified Court Watcher will supervise on-the-job (OJT) training sessions during live court proceedings. The duration of initial training may vary depending on the availability of instructors. Continuing education workshops with community professional leaders will help reinforce program goals and maintain focus. (2007)

SUPERIOR COURT JUDICIAL MERIT COMMISSION MEMBER: Superior Court, Mohave County, AZ. Summary: The Superior Court in Mohave County is seeking to appoint a resident of Mohave County from the Bullhead City area to fill a public member vacancy on the Judicial Employee Merit Commission. Duties: The commission meets every other month and is responsible for advising the presiding judge on personnel matters affecting the Superior Court which includes employees from probation and juvenile detention, the office of the clerk of the court, conciliation court, and the superior court divisions. The commission is responsible for recommending rules, processes and procedures for advancing professionalism and efficiency in the judicial service. It is also empowered to hear employee grievances involving matters such as application of merit system rules. Commissioners serve in a volunteer non-paid status. Appointment to fill the public member vacancy will be made by Honorable Randolph A. Bartlett, Presiding Superior Court Judge, and the individual selected will serve a 4-year term. (2007)

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GUARDIANSHIP MONITORING AND GUARDIANSHIP AUDITING VOLUNTEERS: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage. Duties: The Guardianship Monitoring Program uses trained volunteers to oversee guardianship cases involving incapacitated adults (including the elderly and developmentally disabled). The volunteers then report to the court concerning the well-being of the wards and the status of their assets. The Guardianship Auditing Program engages trained citizen volunteers (often with a background in accounting, finance, bookkeeping and the like) to examine court-required financial reports from guardians to ensure that timely and accurate accountings of wards’ assets are submitted. Qualifications: Must be ale to speak, read and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Must be at least 18 years old. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for a minimum of one year. (2006)

VOLUNTEER COURTHOUSE RECEPTIONIST: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage. Duties: The Union County Courthouse is a large building complex consisting of several buildings housing a number of different courts and departments. The Courthouse Receptionist is responsible to direct litigants, attorneys, and visitors to their proper destination within this complex. It is important that they display a calm and friendly disposition and reflect the court image of being friendly while providing good service. Qualifications: Must be able to speak, read and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Must be at least 18 years old. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for a minimum of one year. (2006)

JUVENILE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE (JCC) MEMBER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Duties: JCC members are court appointed citizens who conduct confidential informal hearings regarding complaints against juveniles who allegedly commit minor acts of delinquency such as criminal mischief, trespassing, shoplifting, simple assault, and disorderly person’s offences. The JCC makes recommendations to the presiding Family Court Judge which may include counseling, restitution, community work, a letter of apology or other sanctions/conditions that will help the juvenile to become a responsible person. JCC panels meet on a monthly basis starting between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at standard locations. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

CHILD PLACEMENT REVIEW (CPR) BOARD MEMBER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Summary: CPR boards consist of court appointed citizens who monitor the cases of all children who have been placed outside of their homes by the Division of Youth and Family Services (DFYS). Duties: Board members collectively review case plans and conduct interviews of involved parties to make recommendations that are in the best interest of the child to the presiding Family Court Judge. The boards meet on a biweekly basis. Some boards meet at 9:30 a.m. while others meet at 5:30 p.m. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA): Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Summary: CASA volunteers are trained to represent children in the foster care system, acting as “a child’s voice in court.” Duties: With the goal of placing each child in a safe and permanent home, volunteers undergo 30 hours of training to become advocates. Working on a case requires a commitment of four to five hours per month and additional in-service training throughout the year. CASA is a national organization with programs in most counties of New Jersey. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

MUNICIPAL COURT MEDIATION VOLUNTEER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Duties: Court appointed volunteers mediate cases between disputing parties in Hudson County Municipal Courts. As a neutral party, a mediator helps citizens discuss the issues and explore options in resolving the dispute themselves. Mediators devote between two and six hours per month during court business hours. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

COURTHOUSE AIDES: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Duties: Volunteers perform clerical/supportive tasks such as, but not limited to, copying documents, calling the calendar, escorting litigants, and customer service work. Flexible work schedules, during court business hours at the Hudson County Administration Building and the Brennan Courthouse in Jersey City, are available. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS ASSISTANCE: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Duties: Volunteers take part in assisting victims navigate through the court process by making follow-up telephone contact with victims, making referrals to service providers, and conducting customer service surveys. Flexible work schedules, during court business hours, are available. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

SUPERVISED VISITATION: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Duties: Volunteers monitor visitation sessions between a non-custodial parent and child, when family relations or other mitigating factors deprive a child of a satisfying relationship with a non-custodial parent. Visitation takes place on Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Hudson County Administration Building. Volunteers prepare a detailed observation report for each supervised visit. Qualifications: Must be a resident of Hudson County who is at least 18 years old. Must be able to speak, read, and write English; Bilingual skills would be helpful. Satisfactory results from criminal background check and fingerprint screening. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to complete mandated program related training and to serve for one year. (2006)

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Interns

COURT INTERPRETER UNPAID INTERNSHIP: Court Interpreters’ Unit, Bergen County, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: Internships are available for persons seeking careers in Court Interpreting. Duties: Inters will: 1)observe various types of court proceedings and court interpreting events; 2) prepare draft translations of documents; 3) practice interpreting in limited situations under the supervision of a staff interpreter; and 4) assist with compiling statistics, providing information to the public, and conducting ad hoc research projects. The internship requires 72 hours during an academic term (six hours a week for twelve weeks) or 80 hours during a summer (eight hours a week for ten weeks). Qualifications: Must be committed to career goal of becoming a court interpreter and have a mastery of Spanish and English at the level of a highly educated, native speaker (interviews will include components in both English and Spanish and candidates will be asked to produce a writing sample in each language). (2008)

JUVENILE INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction and supervision of a Court Executive (Regional Supervisor) or other supervisory personnel, the intern provides assistance to the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program Officers. Duties: Responsibilities include admission investigations; verifying compliance with treatment conditions; drafting investigation reports; interacting with community volunteers; and performing related work as required. Qualifications: Senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science area. Salary: $8.35 - $14.64. (2008)

INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: Probation Services Division, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking student interns to join our Intensive Supervision Program to provide assistance in the ongoing evaluation of the program and assist in the compilation of information for various research reports. Duties: Responsibilities include the coding of participant criminal history data; maintaining the flagged arrest notification data; and assisting with recidivism studies. Qualifications: senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in Criminal Justice or other Behavior or Social Science area. Salary: $8.35-$14.64 per hour. (2008)

INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: New Jersey Judiciary, Probation Services Division, AOC, Bridgeton, Camden, Montclair, North Brunswick, and Toms River. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking student interns to join our Intensive Supervision Program at any one of our six regional offices. Duties: Under the general direction and supervision of a Regional Supervisor or other supervisory personnel, the intern provides assistance to the Intensive Supervision Program Officers in the monitoring of clients and assists in the compilation of information for various assessment reports. This individual will perform work as required. Qualifications: Senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science area. Salary: $8.35 - $14.64. (2008)

LAW INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Summary: The Ocean vicinage is seeking several individuals with strong leadership, communication, research and analytical skills and who are committed to providing quality service, to serve as Law Interns. In addition, strong writing skills are required. Individuals will acquire hands-on experience in a court environment recognized and respected nationally for its progressive and innovative work. Duties: Under the general direction of the Judge and staff, the selected individual will assist in the daily activities of judges; assist in proofing memoranda and other written materials, assist in legal research, provide information to judges, analyze data, assist in the review and summary of cases, participate in court activities, and other duties as required. The intern will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive tasks and customer services duties in connection with working in the court. Applicants may be selected to work in one or more of the following divisions: Civil, Criminal and Family. Qualifications: Enrolled in a law school approved by the Bar Association; entering second or third year students. Unpaid. (2008)

JUDICIARY INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN: Supreme Court of New Jersey, Office of the Clerk, Trenton, NJ. Summary: Under the guidance of an Information Technology Analyst 3 or other supervisory personnel, and as part of an application development team, the selected individual will participate in the support and development of on-line real time Judiciary case management systems. Duties: The selected individual will have the opportunity to learn technologies and be exposed to microcomputer technologies including: Java, Visual Basic, Visual Fox Pro, HTML, Systems Administration, Sybase, GQL (Hummingbird B.I.), Windows XP/2003 and Vista. Other duties include updating system documentation, deployment of PCs, and filing and performing related duties. Qualifications: Thirty credit hours from an accredited college including successful completion of a course in a mainframe or microcomputer application development language, e.g. C++, COBOL, Visual Basic, Java, HTML, and a course in introduction to computer science. Salary: $14 per hour. (2008)

UNPAID JUDICIARY INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Summary: Trial Court Services: The Vicinage 13 Superior Court is seeking responsible and energetic individuals for unpaid internship opportunities in the Trial Court Services Division (Court Administration, Finance, Operations and Human Resources Divisions). Case Management: The Vicinage 13 Superior Court is seeking responsible and energetic individuals for unpaid internship opportunities in the Case Management Division (Civil, Criminal, Family, and Probation Divisions). Duties: Trial Court Services: Areas of concentration include program development and event coordination. Interns will assist with planning committees for Diversity Day programs, Volunteer Recognition programs and community outreach educational seminars. In addition, candidates will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive and program-related tasks. These individuals must be creative and organized. The selected candidates will treat all personnel and customers with dignity and respect. Case Management: The selected individuals will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, customer service, and supportive tasks in connection with the daily operations of each division as well as assisting with special projects within different areas. The selected candidates will treat all personnel and customers with dignity and respect. Qualifications: Under-graduate students, graduate students, and law school students must be attending an accredited college or university to obtain course credit. High school students must be approved to work. Salary: Unpaid. (2007)

OPS LAW CLERK: Office of the State Courts Administrator, Publications Unit, Tallahassee, FL. Summary: This position will perform legal research and review judicial branch education materials. Qualifications: Must be a second or third year student at an accredited law school. Salary: $12-$14 per hour. (2007)

WINTER 2007-08 DISPUTE RESOLUTION INTERN: New York State Dispute Resolution Association, Troy, NY. Summary: The selected candidate will work with the Director of Education and Professional Development to evaluate and design statewide training programs for mediators, arbitrators, and other neutrals. Duties: Work will include gathering data from past trainees, conducting follow up conversations and synthesizing results as a guide to future trainings. Related duties may include researching and summarizing resources that identify new training topics. Interns are expected to help implement trainings and will travel as needed throughout New York. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, produce well-researched and clearly written products, be committed to the dispute resolution field and have a positive attitude. Salary: Unpaid, NYSDRA may offer small stipend to assist with living expenses. (2007)

UNPAID LEGAL INTERN: Counsel’s Office AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Duties: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a legal intern to join Counsel’s Office. Under the general direction of the Deputy Counsel or designees, the selected candidate will conduct legal research, analyze legal data and draft legal memoranda. Qualifications: Eligible law students must provide proof of attendance at an accredited law school. Must be at least 21 years of age, agree to take an oath of confidentiality, can devote 15 – 35 hours per week, excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills essential, knowledge of Microsoft Word is helpful. Salary: Unpaid. (2007)

VICTIM ADVOCATE ASSISTANT (VOLUNTEER INTERN): Victim Assistance Center, Sonoma County, CA. Summary: The Victim Assistance Center is dedicated to upholding the rights of victims of crime and strives for the empowerment and recovery of victims emotionally, physically, and financially. The Victim Assistance Center staff delivers services to crime victims with dignity, compassion, and respect. Duties: Call all victims who were sent outreach letters to follow-up on the need for victim services and refer victims to an Advocate if service is requested. Assist program advocates with filling out Victim Compensation claim applications and requesting crime reports from various law enforcement agencies. Complete the Victim Compensation forms for CPS referrals. Assist with translations for non-English speaking victims. Assist with completing statistical data sheets to track services provided by the agency. Assist with data entry, filing and other duties. Qualifications: Must be willing to submit to fingerprinting and background check. Should have strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written. Must be able to deal with emotional aspects of working with victims of crime. Spanish-speaking volunteers are desired. (2007)

UNPAID INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey. Monmouth Vicinage - All Divisions. Freehold, NJ. Summary: The Monmouth County Superior Court is accepting resumes for unpaid internship opportunities. Duties: Interns will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive tasks, and customer service duties in connection with proceedings instituted before the Court. Applicants may be selected to work in one of the following divisions in Monmouth Vicinage Superior Court: Civil, Criminal, Family, Finance, General Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Municipal, EEO/AA or Probation. Qualifications: High school students who are eligible to work, high school graduates, undergraduate students, graduate students and law school students attending an accredited college or university are eligible for this position. Many schools will give course credit for work experience. Please check with your school regarding receiving credit for unpaid internship wok experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Lotus 1.2.3, and/or Excel is helpful. Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are also helpful. Bilingual in Spanish and English is also helpful. (2007)

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SELF-HELP LAW PROJECT INTERNSHIP: Helena, MT. Summary: The Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) provides free legal assistance in civil cases to low-income people. It is the mission of MLSA to protect and enhance the civil legal rights of, and promote systemic change for, Montanans living in poverty. MLSA summer interns will work side by side with MLSA staff in an effort to provide, protect and enhance access to justice. MLSA law student interns will be exposed to various areas of poverty law and gain experience through: Duties: MLSA summer interns will work side by side with MLSA staff in an effort to provide, protect and enhance access to justice. MLSA law student interns will be exposed to various areas of poverty law and gain experience through: Interviewing clients seeking advice or assistance; Undertaking direct assistance and responsibilities to clients; Drafting petitions, motions and other court documents; Engaging in investigation and formal discovery; Counseling and advising clients; Researching case specific legal issues; Court appearances. Self-Help Law Project internship: The intern’s role will be as a legal assistant, working primarily on the self-help law project. Duties will include working directly with pro se clients, reviewing and editing legal documents and organizing the monthly self-help law clinics. Qualifications: 1st or 2nd year law students. Unpaid. (2007)

D.C. LAW STUDENTS IN COURT PROGRAM INTERNS: Washington, DC. Summary: The D.C. Law Students in Court Program (“LSIC”) is a client-centered litigation clinic in the District of Columbia with students from five D.C. law schools participating. In addition to being one of the city’s oldest law school clinics, LSIC is also one of its largest and most successful legal service providers. Each year, representatives from LSIC provide free legal assistance to nearly seven thousand individuals and make thousands of appearances in court. Summer internships are with the Civil Division, which primarily represents low-income tenants facing eviction and/or uninhabitable living conditions. We also provide advice and pro se assistance to persons with matters concerning contract and property disputes, disabilities, receiverships, torts, and bankruptcy. Duties: The primary responsibility of LSIC summer interns is staffing the Program’s walk-in clinic. Our clinic is open daily to anyone with legal questions or who seeks legal advice. Students interview individuals who call or come into our office, and advise them of their rights and responsibilities in a variety of legal situations. Interns work one-on-one with experienced supervising attorneys. Types of assistance include drafting pleadings for pro se litigants, writing persuasive letters, negotiating with other attorneys, and educating litigants on their legal rights and options. In addition to staffing our clinic intake, interns perform investigations for on-going LSIC cases at clients’ homes, administrative offices, and the D.C. courts. When feasible, interns may represent clients in administrative hearings before the D.C. Office of Adjudication. When time and workloads permit, interns undertake research and writing projects related to current legal issues. Qualifications: The clinic is normally restricted to participation by court-certified third year law students, but the summer internships offer students an earlier opportunity to provide direct-client services and to gain valuable hands-on experience. Unpaid. (2007)

UNPAID INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage, Human Resources Division. Duties: Under the general direction of the Division Manager or designee, the selected candidate will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, customer services and supportive tasks in connection with the daily operations of the Human Resources division as well as assisting with special projects. The selected candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age. Secretarial school or undergraduate students attending an accredited college or university. Many schools will give course credit for work experience. Please check with your school for more information. NOTE: Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is helpful. Interns must be willing to commit to a minimum of 7 hours per week. Work hours are between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. (2007)

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UNPAID INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Summary: The Finance Division of the Somerset County Superior Court is seeking responsible and energetic individuals for various unpaid internship opportunities. These candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Duties: Interns will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive and customer service-related tasks. Qualifications: High school students who are eligible to work, high school graduates, and undergraduate students attending an accredited college or university. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is ideal. Many schools will give course credit for work experience. Please check with your school regarding receiving credit for unpaid internship work experience. Intern Program Coordinator will work with schools for appropriate credits. Interns must be willing to commit to a minimum of 7 hours per week. Work hours are between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. (2006)

INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: New Jersey Judiciary. Office of Trial Court Services. AOC. Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: Under the general direction and supervision of a Court Executive, (Regional Supervisor) or other supervisory personnel, the intern provides assistance to the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program Officers with admission investigations; verifies compliance with treatment conditions; drafts investigation reports; interacts with community volunteers; and performs related work as required. Qualifications: Senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science area. Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours in a fiscal year. Salary: Completion of 3 years of college: $8.35, completion of 4 years of college or baccalaureate degree obtained: $11.48, completion of 1 year of graduate school: $12.44, completion of 2 years of graduate school: $14.64. (2006)

UNPAID JUDICIAL INTERN: Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Division Manager or designee, selected individuals will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, customer service and supportive tasks in connection with the daily operations of each division as well as assisting with special projects within different areas. Those selected will treat all personnel clients and public persons with dignity, courtesy, and respect. Applicants may be selected to work in one of the following divisions of Essex Vicinage: Civil, Criminal, Family, Finance, General Operations, Human Resources or Probation Services. Qualifications: High School student who are eligible to work must provide proof, high school graduates, undergraduate students, graduate students and law school students attending an accredited college or university. Many schools will give course credit for work experience. Please check with your school for more information Knowledge of Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Lotus 1.2.3. and/or Excel is helpful. Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills are also helpful. Bilingual in Spanish and English are useful as well. (2006)

INTERN – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICE: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Summary: The Superior Court of NJ – Hudson Vicinage is seeking a detail-oriented intern for a temporary assignment. Duties: Under the direction of the EEO/AA Officer, the successful candidate will draft correspondence, sort mail and other correspondence, enter EEO data into a database, run reports, answer phones, handle customer inquiries and perform other projects as assigned. Qualifications: Strong interpersonal, communication and PC skills. Salary: $12/hour. (2005)

STAFF ATTORNEY INTERN: Waukegan, Illinois. Summary: Staff Attorney, under general supervision of the Executive Director and the Judge that issues the assignment, perform professional legal services including the preparation of memoranda and orders for judges concerning cases before them. Responsibilities may include a variety of legal and administrative duties in facilitating the smooth operation of a specialized activity such as probate or domestic relations. Duties: Legal research, long- and short-range projects. Preparation of briefs, memos, and orders. Drafting ex parte letters. Administrative duties as necessitated by court administration. Assist law librarians in law library desk coverage. Participate in Westlaw and CD-ROM training programs. Know and be responsible for policies and procedures as established by the Circuit. Qualifications: Law student enrolled in an accredited law school. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Mature, reliable, dependable individual able to relate to a variety of persons. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court officials. Ability to communicate information in verbal and written form. Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, practices, and references utilized in legal research. Knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence. Ability to apply legal principles and specialized knowledge to individual cases and problems. Capability to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, and precedents. Training: On-the-job training will be provided by licensed attorneys. Supervision: Ongoing supervision will be provided by licensed attorneys with consultation available from an immediate supervisor. Commitment: Preferred is a full semester of 13 weeks scheduled at 40 hours per week or a minimum of 500 hours. A part-time commitment of 16-20 hours per week is also available. This is an unpaid position with no benefits or travel reimbursement. Evaluation: Evaluations will take place on a regularly scheduled basis as Department and/or college/university requirements dictate. Consultation will be available from the immediate supervisor and/or the Internship Coordinator. (2005)

CRIMINAL JUSTICE RESEARCH INTERN: Waukegan, Illinois. Summary: As a criminal justice research intern in Court Administration you will gain the knowledge and experience of working in a judicial administrative environment. You may assist the Core Support Units in Court Administration with researching grant opportunities and innovative programs, writing reports, conducting services assessments and studies, statistical analyses, performance measurement and evaluation research, designing databases and data collection. You will also gain knowledge of the behind-the-scenes functioning of a court environment. Qualifications: The general requirements for being an intern in Court Administration as similar to those in the other divisions. Senior or graduate level business, judicial, and public administration majors are encouraged to apply, as well as those students in the social sciences. Training: Agency and Division Orientation sessions are required. On-the-job training will be provided by trained staff. Additional training opportunities may be available through the Court Services Division. Supervisor: Assigned Staff Person. Supervision: Ongoing supervision will be provided by an assigned staff person with consultation available from an immediate supervisor and/or the Internship Coordinator. Commitment: Preferred is a full semester of 13 weeks scheduled at 40 hours per week or a minimum of 500 hours. This is an unpaid position with no benefits or travel reimbursement. Evaluation: Evaluations will take place on a regularly scheduled basis as Department and/or college/university requirements dictate. Consultation will be available from the immediate supervisor and/or the Internship Coordinator. (2005)

COURT ADMINISTRATION INTERN: Waukegan, Illinois. Summary: As an intern in Court Administration you will gain the knowledge and experience of working in a judicial administrative environment. You will receive "hands-on" experience through training in the units of Judicial Budget and Finance, Judicial Human Resources, and/or Judicial Training, Grants and Planning. You may assist staff by writing reports, conducting services assessments, statistical analyses, projections, and evaluation research, updating procedures and policies, flow charting, designing databases, and other projects. You will gain knowledge of intergovernmental relations and behind-the-scenes functioning of a court environment. Qualifications: The general requirements for being an intern in Court Administration as similar to those in the other divisions. Senior or graduate level business, judicial, and public administration majors are encouraged to apply, as well as those students in the social sciences. Training: Agency and Division Orientation sessions are required. On-the-job training will be provided by trained staff. Additional training opportunities may be available through the Judicial Operations Division. Supervisor: Assigned Staff Person. Supervision: Ongoing supervision will be provided by an assigned staff person with consultation available from an immediate supervisor and/or the Internship Coordinator. Commitment: Preferred is a full semester of 13 weeks scheduled at 40 hours per week or a minimum of 500 hours. This is an unpaid position with no benefits or travel reimbursement. Evaluation: Evaluations will take place on a regularly scheduled basis as Department and/or college/university requirements dictate. Consultation will be available from the immediate supervisor and/or the Internship Coordinator. (2005)

WEB DEVELOPMENT INTERN: Indiana Supreme Court, Indianapolis, Indiana. Summary: Generally, performs all functions, duties and responsibilities assigned to him/her by the Chief Justice, Chair of JTAC, the Executive Director, the Director/Counsel of Trial Court Technology and the Web Coordinator/Documentation Specialist. Duties: Assist the Web Coordinator with development and maintenance of the Indiana judicial website (www.IN.gov/judiciary), including, but not limited to: creating HTML web pages using Macromedia web software. Updating existing web pages, including regularly scheduled tasks, such as checking the functionality of database applications, publishing newsletters, updating hyperlinks, etc. Research and development of new Internet projects, including the development of database applications. Creating Adobe PDF documents using Acrobat software. Making all web pages on the judicial website accessible according to federal Section 508 accessibility standards, recently adopted by the State of Indiana. Checking and compiling web statistics, checking the web site for errors and bad links and fixing them, checking for external web site links to the Judicial web site that result in error and requesting a fix. Developing scripts and dynamic content to enhance the judicial website. Assist the Web Coordinator with development and maintenance of the judicial portal, including, but not limited to, making updates, adding/managing content, and developing additional functionality. Assist the Web Coordinator and other staff with the development of an effective online help database to accompany the portal and/or other online systems, including, but not limited to, validation of help text. Assist the Web Coordinator and other Supreme Court staff with various projects, including, but not limited to: Development of interactive multimedia presentations for web and CD-ROM, working with streaming and archived A/V presentations, editing A/V presentations, integrating A/V with other types of media, various technical projects, including research and development, regarding Indiana’s 21st Century Case Management System. Other projects as assigned. Qualifications: Web Development Intern must be a current student at an accredited university, with a relevant field of study or equivalent experience, and eligible for funding under the federal work-study program. Web Development Intern should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, advanced computer knowledge, and knowledge of many of the following programming languages, software programs, technologies and/or skills: HTML, DHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, Java/JSP, VBScript, Active X, Perl/CGI, ASP, ASP.NET, PHP, SQL/MySQL, C#/C++, Web Accessibility, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint, Macromedia Fireworks, Flash, Freehand, Dreamweaver, Director, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Pagemaker. (2005)

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Volunteer Coordinators

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2 (CONFIDENTIAL): Morris and Sussex Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: The Municipal Division is seeking a motivated individual to perform a high degree of administrative, customer service, and mathematical reasoning tasks to assist the Superior Court division and better serve the 55 Municipal Courts in Morris and Sussex Counties. Attention to detail, accuracy, thoroughness, and strong organizational and communication skills are essential functions of the position. Duties: The incumbent will coordinate monthly and annual report collection activity, schedule meetings and appointments, verify and analyze data against source documents, establish record keeping systems, intake customer service complaints, provide information to municipal judges and respective courts, review municipal court activities for compliance with court rules and administrative directives, establish working relationships with municipal courts, arrange for and/or train employees/volunteers in areas such as judiciary policies/procedures, compile statistical data on workload volume and backlog, analyze data, review tabulated accounting, financial or statistical data, maintain case statistics to generate status reports, compose routine correspondence. Occasional travel to the municipal courts in both Morris and Sussex Counties will be required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in working in program Evaluation, Administrative Operations, and/or Human Resources. Knowledge of Word and Excel would be helpful. Experience in either a municipal court setting or basic bookkeeping is highly desirable. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis. Salary: $38,455.87-$63,003.53. (2008)

VOLUNTEER & CDR COORDINATOR (JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2): Superior Court of New Jersey, Counties of Atlantic and Cape May. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Operations Division Manager), is responsible for oversight of all Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) programs and oversight of all vicinage volunteers. Duties: Plans the implementation of new CDR and volunteer projects/programs and evaluates the effectiveness of existing programs. Acts as a lead, assisting divisional coordinators in assessing specific program needs. Serves as vicinage liaison to the Statewide Volunteer and CDR Committees. Develops annual plans for Volunteer staffing, budget, and training needs. Develops communication plan to advocate the Judiciary’s volunteer programs, including networking with community organizations, judges and attorneys. Develops administrative systems to recruit, screen and train volunteers; organizes special events and recognition ceremonies; designs brochures, public service announcements, literature, etc. for distribution to the general public an disputants; assists with community education and bar outreach programs for the vicinage. Recruit top-notch volunteers to serve the needs of the Judiciary. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in the area of program evaluation, development, analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. Salary: $54,180.62 - $84,438.98. (2006)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Summary: The General Operations Manager of the Hudson Vicinage seeks a self-motivated Judiciary Coordinator, with strong public speaking skills who will be responsible for the coordination of both the Volunteer Programs and Complementary Dispute Resolution Programs (CDR) in the vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Operations Manager, working in concert with the program coordinators, plans strategies to recruit volunteers for Judiciary programs, screens applicants; facilitates background checks; interviews prospective volunteers; networks with internal and external agencies; provides information to judges, attorneys and community organizations; handles public speaking engagements and job fairs to explain the needs of vicinage programs; serves as liaison to the Statewide Volunteer Steering committee; develops annual budget; recommends purchases of equipment, materials or supplies; coordinates and updates the vicinage volunteer database and maintains volunteer records; coordinates and conducts volunteer training (in cooperation with the Vicinage Training Coordinator); organizes special events and recognition ceremonies; designs flyers, posters, brochures, public service announcements for distribution; develops literature on CDR programs for the general community and program specific literature for disputants; collects, analyzes data and prepares reports on dispute resolution alternatives; develops programs to meet vicinage needs; oversees CDR research in the vicinage; oversees community education and outreach programs within the vicinage; performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in program evaluation, development, analysis and administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Prior experience working with diverse populations and computer literacy in Windows and Excel is helpful. Salary: $52,644.45 - $82,044.91. (2006)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Camden Vicinage. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Operations Division Manager), is responsible for oversight of all Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) programs and use of Judiciary volunteers within the vicinage. Duties: Plans the Implementation of new CDR and volunteer projects and programs and evaluates the effectiveness of existing programs. Acts as a lead worker in assisting program coordinators at the division level in assessing program needs and recruiting volunteers targeted to meet those needs. Develops annual plans for volunteer staffing, budget, and training needs. Develops communication plans and networks with judges attorneys, and community organizations to explain the needs of the Judiciary’s programs and recruit top-notch volunteers to serve the needs of the Judiciary. Serves as liaison to the Statewide Volunteer and CDR Committees. Develops administrative systems to recruit, screen and train volunteers; organizes special events and recognition ceremonies; designs brochures, public service announcements, and literature for distribution to the general public and disputants; assists with community education and bar outreach programs for the vicinage. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in the area of program evaluation, development or analysis, or program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Salary: $54,180.62 - $84,438.98. (2006)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B (OMBUDSMAN/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR): Superior Court of New Jersey, Counties of Atlantic and Cape May. Summary: Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage is seeking a pro-active manager with exceptional customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills to function as the ombudsman for court users. The selected individual will be responsible for the development and management of programs designed to promote public trust in the Courts and enhance customer service, provide procedural assistance to self-representing litigants (pro-se litigants), educate the public regarding programs and services and facilitate the resolution of complaints. Duties: Specific duties will include: assisting court users, including pro se litigants, by explaining court operations, processes and procedures and providing resource materials; responding to complaints by providing information, assistance or guidance and, as appropriate, referring the court user to an appropriate court division for resolution; serving as the vicinage management and staff to ensure overall quality customer service; developing and coordinating public information initiatives such as court tours, speakers’ bureau; public reception service areas and information services and materials; managing a resource library including lists of state and local social service agencies and lawyer referral services for the use of court customers; documenting complaints and monitoring resolution; making recommendations to the Assignment Judge or Trial Court Administrator for improvement in court services to the public; training vicinage staff on customer service, sensitivity and the role of the ombudsman; recommending improvements in the operations of the ombudsman’s office and public information activities to the Assignment Judge or Trial Court Administrator; participating in the development of brochures and other informational materials; and performing related duties as required. In addition, the selected individual will recruit and train volunteers for Judiciary volunteer programs; screen applicants; facilitate background checks, and interview prospective volunteers. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not posses the required education may substitute paraprofessional or professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Knowledge of court operations, processes and programs is desirable. Legal experience or graduation from law school, the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English and experience working with diverse populations are helpful. Familiarity with and ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite applications are also helpful. Appointee will be required to travel between Atlantic and Cape May Counties. Salary: $61,200 - $91,290. (2005)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey; Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Summary: The General Operations Division is seeking a professional who has the ability to influence, motivate and challenge others, adapting his/her leadership to a variety of situations; think creatively, using imagination to develop new insights into situations; apply innovative solutions and design new methods and procedures; make sound, well informed and objective decisions, driving change to accomplish organizational goals. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (General Operations Division Manager) and other supervisory personnel, this individual will develop, administer, and monitor the effectiveness of the Vicinage Judiciary Volunteer and Community Dispute Resolution (CDR) programs across three counties. Specific duties will include, but not limited to: developing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with established best practices; planning, coordinating and implementing associated recruiting, training and recognition programs and events; providing direction and coordinating the actions of associated program coordinators; developing communications and recruiting plans; conducting training sessions and orientation programs; addressing community organizations, public forums, media and professional organizations; formulating plans for the effective utilization of available funds and other resources; serving as lead worker, providing feedback, mentoring and coaching to volunteers, team members and non-subordinate employees; and performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in program evaluation, program development, coordination, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Ability to develop administrative control systems using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Lotus Notes would be helpful. Salary: $53,118.25 - $82,783.31. (2005)

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