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CASA PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Superior Court of Arizona, Court Appointed Special Advocate Program, Mohave County, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Under general supervision, undertakes, performs and provides a variety of clerical, office services, secretarial and related support associated with the operation, functions and coordination of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program. Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED AND three (3) years of relevant, progressively responsible clerical, customer service, secretarial or closely related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $12.57 per hour. (2008)

PROGRAM ANALYST: District of Columbia Courts, Family Court Social Services, Washington, D.C. Summary: Incumbent assists the Deputy Director and Senior Attorney Advisor of the Family Court Social Services Division in tracking effective accomplishment of duties and responsibilities necessary to ensure timely and effective case screening/assessment, initiation, processing, management and supervision. Duties: Conducts data/caseload analyses, designs and produces on-going statistical reports, maintains oversight of the division’s utilization of databases, and undertakes specific targeted research studies to support the division’s research and technical assistance functions within the Family Court of the D.C. Superior Court. Analyzes and implements protocols and guidelines for data collection. Validates division generated data reports to ensure accuracy and reliability. Conducts statistical analyses such as multivariate analysis, forecasting, etc., and identifies additional data elements needed to meet reporting requirements and generate automated reports as designated by the Director. Develops template computer-related programs and designs and maintains databases for grant-related and other projects and evaluative studies. Monitors trends in juvenile justice. Serves as division liaison on IT projects. Responds to requests for statistical information from internal and public inquiries. Addresses division specific needs on data management issues. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in a social science, statistics or criminal justice, plus three years of experience as a social science researcher. An advanced degree in criminal justice or social science research may be substituted for some work experience. Salary: $58,206-$75,669. (2008)

ADMINISTRATOR OF FAMILY AND INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES (COURT SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR-A): Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Family and Probate Court Services, the person selected for this position will be responsible for the management of both the Family Court Services and Probate Investigations Units including the supervision of Family Court Services Mediators, Court Investigators, Probate Examiners and clerical support staff. Duties: Direct, plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate performance and supervise subordinate staff; Evaluate the mediation and investigation programs and recommend procedural, policy and/or operational changes; Meet regularly with the Director to coordinate and receive general direction for the divisions; Meet regularly with and provide oversight and direction to staff; Assist in the preparation, coordination and management of grants for the divisions including implementing and executing outcome measurements; Prepare a variety of statistical, narrative and analytical reports in conjunction with required grant reporting and the divisions workload and program review needs; assist with resources and budget planning; Develop and implement policies and procedures governing mediation of child custody and visitation dispute cases and child custody evaluations in accordance with state law and local rules of court; Develop and implement policies and procedures governing probate investigations work and probate examiners in accordance with state law and local rules of court; Select, train and evaluate subordinate staff; Represent assigned units in the local community and attend meetings as needed; Act as a liaison with the legal community practicing in the Family and Probate courts, and attend meetings of the local bar association as needed; Provide oversight to ensure proper records maintenance and statistical analyses of cases; Ensure the automated case management systems and hard copy back-ups are maintained to assure access to case histories and status reports; Maintain and archive completed and closed investigative reports and files for assigned units; Attend other local and state meetings and participate on committees and councils in the areas of senior abuse detection and prevention, domestic violence, and children’s placement and permanent planning services; Ensure the divisions’ compliance with federal, state and local statutes, standards for ethical, professional practices; Plan and coordinate in-service trainings for staff; Depending upon the incumbent’s qualifications, may be assigned to perform Family Court mediations and/or Probate Investigations. Qualifications: Education: Possession of an advanced degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, psychology, social work, marriage, family and child counseling, or other behavioral science; or, possession of a law degree. License/Certification: Certification/licensure in marriage and family therapy, social work or psychology, Experience: Four years experience as a mediator, social worker, counselor, or psychotherapist in the area of family or children’s services; or four years experience as a probate investigator; or four years experience in probate, guardianship or family law. Prior experience managing and supervising professional, technical and clerical employees is highly desirable OR Any combination of education and experience that provides the candidate with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the Administrator of Family and Investigative Services. Salary: $77,862.40-$94,642.23. (2008)

CUSTODY EVALUATOR: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Summary: Part time position within Conciliation Court responsible for performing professional level work. Duties: This position will include conducting interviews, analyzing results of psychological and other testing, consulting with relevant professionals, preparing and submitting written recommendations to the court regarding custody and parenting time. Qualifications: Equivalent of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in marriage and counseling, social work, psychology or related field and 2+ years progressively responsible counseling and family system related experience. Domestic violence and child abuse training also required. Salary: $23.68 per hour, 20 hrs per week (2007).

COURT EXAMINER I: Fresno Superior Court, California. Summary: The Fresno Superior Court has an opportunity for the Court Examiner I – Family Law classification. Duties: The incumbent will ensure the accuracy and completeness of case files; compliance with all legal statues, court rules, and policies; and reviews with the judge to ensure compliance with procedural requirements. In addition, will be responsible for reviewing the less complex case files before and after court sessions for accuracy and completeness of forms; determining what actions need to be taken; reviewing case files to assure timely follow-up of legal requirements; maintaining case files and possess strong customer service talents. The incumbent must have effective organizational, extraordinary time management, and record keeping skills; good oral and written communication skills; ability to interpret and apply complex laws and regulations; knowledge of, and proficiency in legal research and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with judges, court staff, at all organizational levels, and with the public. Working with the public may involve assisting self-represented litigants that come to the Family Law Self Help Center. In addition, must possess a high degree of maturity, integrity, good judgment and adhere to Court’s confidentiality rules regarding the handling and processing of Family Law cases. An eligibility list will be created from this recruitment and may remain in effect for up to twelve (12) months; however, the Court reserves the right to vacate the list and re-recruit at any time. The Court also reserves the right to utilize this list for other future vacancies in this classification. Qualifications: A Court Examiner I must qualify under one (1) of the four (4) options listed: Completion of a Paralegal Associate of Science Degree or Paralegal Certificate of Achievement Program which included at least three hundred (300) hours of classroom work from a college or university that is acceptable within the United States’ accredited college or university system. Graduation with a Juris Doctorate from a college or university that is acceptable within the United States’ accredited college or university system. Successful completion of three (3) units of law coursework directly related to family law from a college or university that is acceptable within the United States’ accredited college or university system AND Six (6) months of recent full-time, paid experience equivalent to that gained as a Court Examiner, Judicial Assistant, or Program Technician in a Superior Court, public justice agency or large law firm. One (1) year of recent full-time, paid experience equivalent to that gained as a Court Examiner, Judicial Assistant, or Program Technician in a Superior Court, public justice agency or large law firm. Salary: $35,880 - $43,602. (2008)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Superior Court of New Jersey, Family Division, Essex Vicinage. Summary: The Family Division of Essex Vicinage has an exciting opportunity for an astute and innovative professional with excellent communication, writing and organizational skills. Duties: The selected candidate must have an attention to detail, especially in the collection and analysis of statistical data; develop policies or procedures to ensure efficient court or unit operations; develop administrative control systems; develop communication plans within or outside the organization or unit; keep abreast of current trends, laws and rules; formulate plans for utilization of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies; mediate child welfare cases; interpret accounting, financial or statistical data; prepare technical, financial, review or evaluation reports; conduct quantitative or qualitative research of processes, programs or projects and design forms, newsletters, brochures and booklets for publication. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: program development, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional 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: $57,835.61-$90,135.17. (2008)

STAFF ASSISTANT TO THE FAMILY COURT: District of Columbia Courts, Family Court. Summary: The incumbent provides clerical, administrative, research and some limited analytical support to the Office of the Family Court Director. Duties: This includes data entry for the Family Treatment Court program, reviewing, researching and analyzing information produced through reports on Family Court performance. Interacts with other Family Court staff to resolve data and performance related issues. Oversees the coordination of the Family Court’s “Hooked on Books” program. Assists in the preparation of requirements or instructions for processing and compiling collected data, including editing, coding, and hand tabulation of data. Assist the Family Court Coordinator and the Family Treatment Court Coordinator in administrative functions relating to special projects assigned to the Office. In addition, the incumbent will serve as back up to the Administrative Assistant to the Office of the Director and assist in any other special projects as assigned. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree, plus 1 year of administrative experience working in a court, social services agency or legal environment dealing with family matters. Equivalent combinations of relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-to-year basis. Salary: $46,041-$59,852. (2007)

CASE COORDINATOR, CENTRAL INTAKE CENTER: District of Columbia Courts, Family Court. Summary: Identifies through the Integrated Justice Information Systems the existence and status of all cases in the Family Court involving the same parties and/or members of their immediate family or household. Duties: Coordinates and facilitates the assignment of related cases to the appropriate judicial officers. Ensures the accuracy of party and family identification information in Family Court cases. Reviews abuse and neglect cases for compliance with the federal and local Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA). Participates in and develops protocols regarding the Courts Special Projects as assigned. Provides direct supervision to outside contractors, as needed, as special projects are implemented within the Family Court. Monitors the progress of Family Court cases regularly and periodically reports to the Family Court Judges, the Clerk’s office, the Family Court Attorney Advisors, the DC Government Family Services Liaison Office and other local agencies. Qualifications: 7 years of legal, paralegal, or social service experience including at least 2 years of handling child abuse and neglect cases. Equivalent levels of law or social science education and experience may be substituted for general experience. Salary: $55,706-$72,421. (2007)

ASSISTANT FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR: Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. Summary: The Superior Court in Contra Costa County is recruiting to fill two Assistant Family Law Facilitator positions in support of the Court’s new Family Law Expansion project. The Family Law Expansion project is designed to provide expanded services to family law litigants. Duties: The individuals appointed to these positions will perform a wide variety of duties under the supervision of the Family Law Facilitator including but not limited to: providing educational materials to parents regarding the process of establishing parentage; establishing, modifying and enforcing child and spousal support in the courts; distributing necessary court forms and voluntary declarations of paternity; providing assistance in completing forms; preparing support schedules based upon statutory guidelines; providing referrals to the local child support agency, Family Court Services and other community agencies and resources that provide services for parents and children; mediating issues of child and spousal support and the maintenance of health insurance; drafting stipulations agreed to by all parties; preparing orders after hearing and judgments; preparing tentative rulings; reviewing paperwork, examining documents and advising the judge on the readiness of cases; and performing other duties at the direction of the Family Law Facilitator. Qualifications: Possession of a law degree from an accredited law school. Law courses taken and successfully completed in the areas of family law and California community property law are highly desirable. Membership in the State Bar of California. Work experience in the practice of family law (as an attorney or in another capacity) is highly desirable. The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of: relevant federal and state family laws and regulations; trial and hearing procedures, and rules of evidence; local rules of court relevant to family law matters; and family law computer programs. Ability to: read and understand complex legal information, procedures and forms; effectively explain complex legal issues and procedures to pro per litigants who may have little or no knowledge of the law; analyze a variety of information, relate it to the law and reach decisions; effectively use relevant computer applications and word processing software; interpret and apply statistical information related to the program; establish and maintain effective working relationships; set priorities and complete projects in a timely manner; communicate effectively both orally and in written form; deal compassionately with individuals who are in highly stressful situations. Salary: $52,660.73-$64,009.52. (2007)

COURT CONCILIATOR SUPERVISOR: Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County. Summary: Conduct conciliation counseling, mediation/negotiation and family assessment/evaluation, including conferences with parties, attorneys, relatives or other individuals involved in conciliation proceedings. Duties: Refer clients to community services. Conduct premarital conferences. Develop and present in-service education. Complete administrative assignments and related work, including public relations activities. Supervise thirteen conciliators, review their work, write performance reviews, track continuing education units, prepare goals for units. Responsible for monitoring performance of goals, tracking work performance, enforcing attendance and dress policies, knowing departmental policies and procedures. Exhibit leadership and professionalism as a representative of the department and the court. Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field and five (5) years of postgraduate experience in family counseling, mediation/negotiation or assessment/evaluation to includes two (2) years of supervisory or management experience. Education beyond the Master's Degree level may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $51,292-$61,464. (2007)

ATTORNEY ADVISOR: District of Columbia Courts, Family Court, Washington, D.C. Summary: Attorney Advisor position requires deep knowledge of the ASFA and Child Welfare statutes. Duties: Reviews records for compliance with all statutory timelines outlined in federal and District of Columbia Adoption and Safe Families Act (D.C. ASFA). Participates in the preparation of summary findings and documentation of improvements required by the family Court and related agencies to comply with the requirements of the ASFA. Develops case specific plans for remedial improvements with specific goals and timetables. Provides to the Family Court monthly progress reports regarding the status of designated case groups as to compliance with ASFA timelines. Reviews all related cases and prepares summary of nature of cases and disposition. Monitors and tracks changes in legislation that impact abuse and neglect cases. Provides legal advice and impact analysis to Family Court Director regarding pending and/or newly enacted Family Law legislation. Conducts training on AFSA for Family Court judicial and non-judicial staff. Qualifications: A law degree. Must be a member of the District of Columbia Bar with a minimum of 5 years of practice overall and a minimum of 3 years recent experience devoted to the practice of Neglect and Abuse cases at all levels (Trial, Administrative and Appellate level) in the District of Columbia. Salary: $79,397-$103,220. (2007)

CHILD PLACEMENT REVIEW (CPR) BOARD MEMBER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage. Summary: The Child Placement Review Board (CPRB) is a legislatively mandated judicial volunteer program in the Family Division of Superior Court. Boards are made up of citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Family Division Presiding Judge to review the cases of all children placed outside of their homes by the Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS). Duties: Child Placement Review Board members review DYFS case plans and conduct in-person interview to determine whether a child’s medical, educational, and therapeutic needs are being met in foster placement. Additionally, Board members make recommendations to judges with respect to the division’s long term case goals for the child. The Union County’s Child Placement Review Boards meet once per month in Elizabeth, NJ. Qualifications: Applicant must be at least 18 years of age, is required to complete a basis 12 hour CPR training curriculum as well as a 6 hour Orientation to the Court Training. Applicant must complete a minimum of 5 hours continuous training each year and must be able to serve one year on the CPR Board and attend meetings on a monthly basis. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language is mandatory, and the applicant must agree to take an Oath of Confidentiality. Must submit to a full background check, which includes fingerprinting with satisfactory results. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Middlesex Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: Under the general direction of the Family Division Manager or other high level supervisor, the selected individual supervises, monitors, coordinates and oversees a team of specialized staff who perform data entry related activities. Duties: Provides customer service, tracks cases for case management purposes, oversees special projects, reports progress and resolution of problems in achieving goals and objectives to higher levels of management; conducts formal work performance evaluations with team member and recommends and/or implements personnel actions. Leads a case management team; develops and formulates procedures and/or practices to ensure efficient court/unit operations. Each team member is responsible for all aspects of case processing from intake through disposition, including docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments and dismissals. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in a field related to the technical, administrative or case processing competency being supervised. Case management, and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders; enforcement of court orders; calendar management; and program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 general experience and a law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $51,458.41-$89,343.13 (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris and Sussex Vicinage. Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in the management of the Family Division located in Sussex County. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (The Family Division Manager) the Court Executive 1B (Assistant Family Division Manager) will use his/her creativity and experience to: assist in the management of teams of case processing professionals involved in divorce, child support, domestic violence, abuse and neglect, and juvenile delinquency cases; analyze division statistics; manage grants; be responsible for the management of special projects; assist in developing a strategic plan for the Division; create and update case flow procedures; communicate with internal and external customers; serve on statewide committees; assist in creating a positive working environment; and perform related duties as required. 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 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 as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $65,245.54 - $95,832.92 (2007)

DIRECTOR, COURT PROGRAMS: Family Court of St. Louis County, St Louis, Missouri. Duties: Family Court of St. Louis County is seeking a Director for its Court Programs Department currently composed of 3 managers, and approximately 30 staff. Position reports to the Family Court Administrator. The position is responsible for the planning, development and coordination of programs and services intended to support the core activities of the Family Court. In conjunction therewith, the position directs the activities of the Family Court’s Community Programs Unit, Family and Clinical Services Unit, and Domestic Relations Unit. The position conducts analyses of services needed by departments; modifies staff assignments or reassigns staff to maximize effectiveness; provides guidance and direction to Court Program Managers regarding the most efficient and effective delivery of services to the public; develops community collaborations and partnerships; writes/administers grants, etc. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or a related social/behavioral science is required; plus at least eight years of professional experience providing social work, psychological, or other treatment or program services to juveniles and families, of which at least five years should be at the management level; or any equivalent combination of training and experience; previous experience in program development and coordination is highly preferred; prior research experience is desirable. Salary: $62,126.16 - $99,402.00 (2007)

COURT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT GRANTS MANAGER: Family Court, District of Columbia Courts. Duties: Incumbent provides programmatic and research support to the Office of the Director. Assists in all aspects of development related to a variety of Court Improvement Project (CIP) initiatives such as data exchange between the Child and Family Services Agency and the Court, the development of interdisciplinary training programs, and the creation of special training programs for attorneys in child abuse and neglect cases. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate the tracking and monitoring of expenditures of grants funds in relation to reporting requirements. The position will function as a grants assistant to the Court Improvement Project and related activities. Works with the CIP Project Manager in the preparation of required reports for each of the CIP grants. Assists the CIP Manager in other special projects assigned to the Office. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of experience in a court or law agency. Equivalent combinations of relevant education may be substituted for general experience on a year-to-year basis. If education is substituted for experience, proof of degree must be submitted with application. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation, if available, with your application. Salary: $66,767 (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B (Family Division Manager): Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, Toms River, New Jersey Duties: Under the general direction of the Assignment Judge and Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), plans, directs and administers the work of the Family Division. The Court Executive oversees Vicinage XV court operations; formulates and directs the implementation of Judiciary Plans, programs, policies and procedures; and manages Judiciary resources. Prepares and analyzes case processing statistical reports and case flow; prepares and administers the budget; prepares supervisory staff performance evaluations; recommends disciplinary and/or employee recognition actions; and determines goals and objectives. Other tasks include assessing training needs and requirements to enhance skills and abilities of assigned staff; assigning of personnel; and interviewing job or team applicants. Does related work as required. NOTE: Traveling within the tri-county vicinage is mandatory. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience, three of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and for supervision of staff. Applicants who do not possess 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. Salary: $74,953.12 - $106,540.51 (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2 (CONFIDENTIAL): Morris County Courthouse, Family Division, Morristown , New Jersey . Summary: The Morris County Family Division is seeking a high motivated individual to serve as the Administrative Specialist 2 Confidential. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer), the selected individual will be responsible for providing Vicinage-wide administrative support to the division. Specific duties include preparing confidential reports; monitoring and maintaining the division budget; serving as division timekeeper; serving as division contact regarding purchases, expenditures, and budgeting needs; providing technical advice to staff, peers, or management; drafting correspondence reports, or proposals; scheduling meetings, appointments, and interviews; and recommending improvements in operating procedures, work processes, or administrative practices. The selected candidate will perform other related tasks as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of technical experience in working in Program Evaluation, Administrative Operations, and/or Human Resources. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience eon a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1A: Office of Trial Court Services, Family Practice Division, AOC, Trenton , New Jersey . Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated individual to represent the family division in the design and implementation of the new automated child support system (NJKIDS), The Child Support Training Institute and The Learning Management System. Duties: This Court Executive will also provide technical support to vicinage family division staff and central office staff on IV-D program policy and procedural issues. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2a, or other manager, the individual must be able to make sound, well-informed and objective decision and recommendations on child support issues and anticipate the impact of those decisions and recommendation on judiciary operations. The individual must communicate effectively with the judiciary managers and judges, concerning the progress of current and future IV-D projects and any issues identified during planning and design discussions. This individual will be responsible for coordinated the collection and analysis of statistical, case management data and develop repots based upon this information. The executive will review judiciary compliance with federal regulations, state statutes, and administrative directives and approved best practices; develop user documents and manuals for court approval to further the implementation of statewide uniform practices and will monitor case flow statewide. This individual will review child support training curriculum and guide through the judiciary approval process as necessary. This executive will assist in implementation and training for vicinage staff on the new child support system. This individual will be required to review, analyze and assess the impact of all directives; regulations, statutes and policies pertaining to the operations of the child support program within the Family Division and may perform other related duties as required. 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 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $48,184 - $90,514 (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: The Judiciary of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic professional to lead in a challenging environment. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Family Division Manager) the selected individual will manage a supervisory staff (team leaders) from several units that handle diverse docket types. Duties: Responsibilities include planning policy and program development; formulate and develop goals and objectives, manage casework; prepare and analyze case processing statistical reports; create strategies to reduce backlog within the required time frame; review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or directives and ensure team leaders coordinate the work flow within their units. He/she will represent the division’s interests on various local and statewide committees, coordinate activities between or among agencies or other government or enforcement units, prepare and administer the budget; provide information to judges, attorneys or community organizations; review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or administrative directives, recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; initiate activities to improve the delivery of services; recommend disciplinary and/or employee recognition actions; determine goals and objectives; assess training needs and requirements to enhance skills and ability of assigned staff; assign personnel; interview job or team applicants and conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members. Candidate must be articulate and possess strong writing skills; may perform other related duties as required. 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 possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)

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COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), the Monmouth Vicinage is seeking two highly motivated, dynamic professionals to perform and lead in a challenging environment. The selected individuals will ensure the effective and efficient management of cases by managing staff functions and resources within the Family and Probation (Child Support Enforcement, Juvenile or Adult Supervision) Divisions. Duties: The Court Executive 1b will assist in directing and supervising the daily operations of the division. Including but not limited to: case management; monitor case work flow; collect or maintain case statistics to generate status reports; recommend procedures to ensure compliance with court orders, laws, court rules and administrative directives; inform clients or customers about available services or agency support programs; provide information to the public (clients, customers and organizations), complainants, judges, attorneys, subordinates or supervisors; serve on committees or task forces; establish working relationships and/or coordinate activities with unions, social service agencies or outside organizations; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; arrange training for staff or team members; evaluate staff performance; conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members; develop performance standards; recommend personnel action; inform managers about unresolved staff or team conflicts; respect and treat all personnel, clients and the public with dignity. Performs other related work as required. 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 possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience 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. Experience working with diverse populations is helpful. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)

FAMILY LAW OPERATIONS MANAGER: Superior Court of California, County of Orange. Summary: The Family Law Manager position is located at the Lamoreaux Justice Center in Orange and is responsible for the management of 110 staff members through two deputy managers and nine subordinate supervisors. This position provides oversight to Family Law Operations which include: Court Services, Case Processing, Electronic Records, Physical Records, Filing County, Court Child Support Unit and the Office of the Family Law Facilitator. It also provides support to 17 Bench Officers and Reports Directly to the Executive Director of the Lamoreaux Justice Center. Duties: Plan, organize and direct the activities of Family Law operations. Manage, through two deputy managers and nine subordinate supervisors, staff that provide direct support and services to the Bench and to the public/court users. Evaluate department needs and formulate/administer plans, policies and programs in support of organizational goals and objectives; assist in budget planning/administration. Collaborate, support, and confer with the Family Law Supervising Judge in formulating policy, establishing new procedure, implementing new case flow management ideas. Establish and maintain standards and ensure legal compliance. Administer grant funded programs including the AB1058 Child Support Commissioner and Family Law Facilitator Programs. Act as liaison with judicial officers, law enforcement, county agencies, the Bar, AOC and other organizations on Family Law matters. Monitor and analyze proposed and chaptered legislation, Judicial Council form and rule changes to determine impact and implementing new policy/procedures as necessary. Participate in discussions regarding the development and implementation of the California Case Management System for Family Law. Oversee the hiring, development, training and discipline of staff. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience as a Court Operations Manager with the Superior Court of CA, County of Orange; OR Three years of court management experience; OR Three years of professional experience with a statewide or nationwide organization that has responsibility for policy making in a court or court related environment. Desirable Qualifications: Significant management experience and expertise in the field of Family Law; Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in business, public administration, criminal justice, behavioral science, or closely related field; OR Any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities required of this position; OR Completion of the Institute for Court Management’s Court Management Program (CMP) certificate program or the Court Executive Development Program. Salary: $6,457 - $9,235. (2007)

FAMILY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: North Carolina Judiciary, Judicial District 14 (Durham, NC). Summary: The person in this position has overall responsibility for Family Court under the direction of the Chief District Court Judge and Trial Court Administrator. Duties: This person will supervise Family Court staff and the operations of Family Court including: case management, programs, policies and procedures, timely preparation of reports, and customer services. In addition, the Family Court Administrator will serve as liaison between the court, community agencies and volunteer groups, work with the Trial Court Administrator to ensure appropriate court time is allocated for Family Court matters, and coordinate alternative dispute resolution (ADR) programs and services. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Public Administration or a human services field plus three years of related management and/or court experience; bachelor’s degree in a human services field such as psychology, social work, sociology, counseling, or criminal justice and five years of experience in managing programs and/or personnel or related experience in the court system; or a law degree plus two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be computer literate and have strong oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal, organizational, and team development skills. Salary: $46,423 - $61,811. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage, Family Division. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Family Division Manager) or designee, acts as a lead worker in assisting employees in assigned tasks. Develops plans for budgets, accounting, staffing, training, equipment, logistics or other methods or procedures for organizational, unit or program responsibilities. Develops policies or procedures to ensure efficient operations. Plans implementation of projects or programs. Coordinates work between units or teams. Mentors and coaches lower level administrative professional employees. Facilitates discussion among state, vicinage and local officials. Keeps up to date on current trends, laws and rules. Does related work 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 development, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional 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: $55,264.23 - $86,127.76. (2007)

CASA PROGRAM MANAGER: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Duties: Under general supervision, oversees, manages, undertakes and performs a variety of tasks associated with the day-to-day operations, recruitment, training, evaluation of volunteers and related tasks of Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Psychology or closely related field AND five (5) years of relevant, progressively responsible social work, social services work, program planning, operations and/or management that includes two (2) years of staff management and/or supervision OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $18.11 – $19.02/hr. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B (ASSISTANT FAMILY DIVISION MANAGER): Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: The Passaic Vicinage is seeking an executive to join the Family Division. Duties: The selected candidate, under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Family Division Manager), supervises team leaders and evaluates Performance of staff; coaches employees and encourages staff development; provides direction and feedback; acts as conduit between Team Leaders and Division Manager in the transmission of information; confers with members of a case management team for program or case management; provides information to judges, attorneys or community organizations; reviews court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or administrative directions; prioritizes cases; analyzes data; addresses community organizations, public forums, media or professional groups, answers questions posed by public, clients, customers, complainants, subordinates or supervisors; recommends improvements in Judiciary programs and operating procedures or administrative practices; recommends procedures to ensure compliance with court orders, interviews job or team applicants; participates in team or work unit meetings for completeness or accuracy; monitors case work flow; collects or maintains case statistics pertaining to general status reports; develops performance standards and content materials for use in program and performance evaluations; recommends disciplinary action or recognition of employees; supervises employees. 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 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)

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COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Family Division Manager) and the Court Executive 1B (Vicinage Assistant Family Division Manager), manages and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team, provides direct service to the Judge. Instructs and evaluates staff or team members on work-related matters; regulates flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and directs work between units or teams. Supervise clerical, administrative, and other support activities. Each team member is responsible for performing varying aspects of case processing from intake which could include docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments, dismissals, and preparation of reports. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; enforcement of court orders or calendar management. 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $49,339.28 - $85,663.86. (2007)

MASTER – FAMILY LAW: Family Division, Prince George’s County Circuit Court, Upper Marlboro, MD. Duties: This Family Division Master is an officer of the Court assigned to assist the Circuit Court judges in handling matters within the Family Division Case Management plan. The Master will also be cross-trained to handle matters within the Family Division Domestic and Child Support Case Management Plans. The Master will conduct scheduling conferences, hearings and review of domestic, child support, family and juvenile law matters in accordance with the applicable Maryland Law and Rules of Procedure. Qualifications: The incumbent must be a practicing attorney in good standing, admitted to the Maryland Bar, with a minimum of five years experience in the practice of family law in Maryland. Prince George’s County residency preferred but not required. Although this position serves the judges of the Prince George’s County Circuit Court, it is a state position. The ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Salary: $81,311. (2007)

MEDIATOR: Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa, Family Court Services. Summary: The Superior Court in Contra Costa County is inviting applications from qualified applicants interested in a position with the Court as a Family Court Services Mediator. Under direction of the Family and Investigative Services Manager, incumbents provide mediation services in custody and/or visitation disputes as required by California Family Code Section 3170 as well as custody evaluation services as appropriate. Duties: Typical tasks include but are not limited to: conducts group/parent orientation programs and parent education related to mediation and court procedures pertaining to child custody; explains the mediation process to parents; conducts mediation of child custody and visitation disputes; may conduct child custody/visitation evaluations; facilitates agreements and/or modifications of agreements between parents regarding custody and visitation; investigates and evaluates cases for court reports regarding parenting plans that best meet the needs of children; investigates cases involving domestic violence; prepares a wide variety of reports, correspondence, dispositions and court testimony regarding assigned cases; makes recommendations to the court regarding the disposition of disputed cases; testifies in court in contested cases; makes referrals to community resources for further services; provides oral in-camera reports to judicial personnel. Qualifications: Possession of a master’s degree in psychology, social work, marriage, family and child counseling, or other behavioral science substantially related to marriage and family interpersonal relationships. (Completion of educational requirements as set forth in Rule 5.225 and Rule 5.230 of the California Rules of Court is desirable). Two years of experience in counseling or psychotherapy, or both, preferably in a setting relating to the areas of responsibility of the family court and with the ethnic populations to be serviced. (Additional post-degree counseling and/or psychotherapy experience is desirable). License is not required, although possession of one of the following professional licenses is desired: a valid license as a LCSW, or MFT issued by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, or a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Board of Medical Quality Assurance, Psychology Examining Committee. Knowledge of: principles and techniques used in family mediation and the function of mediation services in the courts; procedures and techniques used in child custody and visitation evaluations; general knowledge of the law, regulations and court procedures governing the operation of family court services programs in California and of community resources available to clients. Ability to: analyze and evaluate complex interpersonal and family relationships which requires the application of specialized counseling skills; effectively communicate orally and in written form; and prepare reports in a clear and concise manner. Salary: $64,066.18 - $77,872.87. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Counties of Atlantic and Cape May, Family Division. Duties: The Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage is looking for a well-organized professional to provide technical advice to staff, peers or management; provide information to judges; review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules or administrative directives; answer questions posed by public, clients, customers, complainants or supervisors; train employees in areas such as judiciary policies or procedures; participate in team or work unit meetings; check written records; compile records or other written materials; inform managers about employees’ or clients’ work progress or related matters. Perform related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in the area of program development, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Office of Trial Court Services, Family Practice Division, Child Support Hearing Officer Program, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a responsible professional candidate with solid office skills to join the Family Practice Division, Child Support Hearing Officer Program. Duties: Under the direction of the Chief, Hearing Officer Program, or other supervisory personnel, the selected candidate will prepare for, preside over and conduct child support hearings at various locations related to the establishment, modification and enforcement of child support orders; prepare clear, technically sound informative reports of hearing findings, child support guidelines, worksheets and recommendations. The selected individual will maintain essential hearing records and statistics; make recommendations and assist in the development and improvement of a child support hearing officer system; take testimony for and prepare recommendations with findings of fact and legal basis for the Family Part judges in cases under the jurisdiction of the Family Court in addition to other duties as assigned. Travel throughout the State will be required to conduct hearings. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in program evaluation: program development, 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 fro one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Experience with committees, conducting hearings and preparing written decisions would be helpful. Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office would also be helpful. Salary: $55,264 - $86,127. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: The Hudson Vicinage has an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to work as a Court Services Supervisor 2 in the Family Division. Duties: Under the general direction of a Presiding Judge and/or Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Family Division Manager), the successful candidate will monitor, assign, coordinate, evaluate, review, lead and oversee the work activities and staff resources of a team or work unit consisting of professional, paraprofessional, and/or support staff employees. This position is responsible for assigning workloads and specific duties to staff or team members; directing and coordinating work between units or teams; communicating human resources policies, rules or regulations to team members; scheduling team members’ work hours or vacation time; conducting formal work performance evaluations with staff; evaluating unit or team performance; overseeing special projects; mediating staff conflicts; reviewing and correcting work of staff and checking written reports for accuracy and completeness. He/She leads a case management team and develops and formulates procedures and/or practices to ensure efficient operations. This position also requires strong communication skills and the ability to interact with community leaders and organizations is a plus. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders, calendar management or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Family Division Manager) and the Court Executive 1B (Vicinage Assistant Family Division Manager) managers and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional and clerical support personnel; provides direct service to the Judge. Duties: Instructs and evaluates staff or team members on work-related matters; regulates flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and direct work between units or teams. Supervises clerical, administrative, and other support activities. Each team member is responsible for performing all aspects of case processing from intake to disposition, including docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments, dismissals, and preparation of reports. Does related work as required. This vacancy is in the Dissolution/Non-Dissolution area. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders or calendar management. 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14. (2007)

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COURT INVESTIGATOR: Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. Duties: Reviewing conservatorship, guardianship and termination of parental rights petitions and accountings; interviewing conservators, conservatees, guardians, wards and other persons necessary to obtain relevant case information; conferring with attorneys, physicians, teachers, therapists and other parties as deemed appropriate; researching criminal history (CLETS), DV history and CFS history for all ex parte custody and change of custody applications, and preparing reports summarizing the data; checking references and reviewing criminal history information; writing reports for the Probate and Family Law Courts based upon interviews, accounting reviews and investigations; attending court hearings and testifying in court as needed, following up on judicial orders and conducting special investigations requested by the court. Investigators are required to conduct home visits and field interviews. Qualifications: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in administration of justice, social sciences, or a behavioral science such as psychology or mental health with an emphasis on family and children’s issues, or a closely related field. Two years of full-time or its equivalent professional experience in a legal, judicial, social services, or health services environment handling a caseload pertaining to family, children, the elderly and/or mental health issues. Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License required. Knowledge of: California codes pertaining to Probate Court matters; court proceedings and legal and medical terminology and documents; interviewing and investigative techniques and effective interpersonal communication skills; cross-cultural issues, problems of the elderly, developmentally disabled and neurologically impaired, and of children’s needs and special interests; and general accounting procedures and basic word processing programs. Ability to: understand and apply relevant California code sections, as well as court rules and procedures; understand complex issues, interpret information from various sources, analyze problems and documents, and make appropriate recommendations; write comprehensive, factually accurate reports using available word processing software; interview a variety of individuals including children, the elderly, and developmentally disabled and/or neurologically impaired persons; plan and organize work to meet deadlines and work well under pressure; function effectively in a variety of work environments including high crime neighborhoods, unsanitary conditions, hospitals, mental facilities and board and care homes; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, often in difficult and strained circumstances. Salary: $56,774.11 - $69,009.27. (2006)

DIRECTOR OF FAMILY COURT OPERATIONS: Vermont Judicial Branch. Summary: The Director supervises the operation of all programs of the Vermont Family Court in accordance with general policy guidelines established by the Oversight Committee. This position involves managerial, administrative and public relations work, including the responsibility for planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, and evaluating the operational functions of the state’s 14 family courts. Duties: Supervises caseflow management an records management. Ensures that the Vermont courts provide quality and timely services and are accessible to all members of the public. Works with the public through the media and in person and maintaining effective working relationships with the Vermont Bar, the law enforcement community, representatives of the media, and related public and social service agencies. Identifies improvements to the Family Court which require new legislation, procedural rules, administrative rules, or court policies. Drafts legislation and rules. Translates new legislation and rules into court policies and protocols. Identifies methods to enable the judiciary to provide quality services effectively and efficiently, including improvements that can be accomplished through enhanced training and technology. Supervises judicial staff as assigned by the Court Administrator. Provides staff support to the Family Court Oversight Committee, Court Administrator, and Administrative Judge for Trial Courts on all matters related to the administration of the Vermont Family Court. Works with all members of the Judiciary to develop a long-term plan for the Vermont Family Court and then to develop and implement annual plans. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Juris Doctor or Masters degree in administration or other related field. (Admission to the Vermont Bar after a 4 year clerkship may be substituted for the Juris Doctor). Two years of management experience in the public sector (government or not for profit) of a major program, division, or department above the first line supervisory level, or two years in a high level position in the public sector with responsibility for policy formulation and implementation, budget preparation and fiscal administration, supervision and human resources management, and program evaluation, or two years of supervisory experience in a Vermont court. OR: Bachelor’s degree and three years of broad and extensive experience in management in a judicial organization or as listed in “Specific duties and responsibilities” in addition to the two years of general experience. OR: High school graduation and eight years of broad and extensive experience in management in a judicial organization as listed in “specific duties and responsibilities” in addition to the two years of general experience. (2006)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex Vicinage. Summary: The Spirit of Leadership awaits you at Essex Vicinage! The Family Division of Essex Vicinage has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional, who wants to make a difference. Duties: The selected candidate will define objectives for work performance, e.g., performance standards, performance, management or work outputs; develop policies or procedures to ensure efficient court/unit operations; direct (coordinate) work between units or teams; implement vision or leadership strategies to accomplish organizational or unit goals; lead a case management team; make decisions about organization or unit personnel actions, such as recruitment, selection, and design of reward systems, promotions, transfers, grievances, discipline or termination; plan implementation of projects or programs and provide direction for achieving organization, unit or project goals to assure that time and quality standards are met. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one of which shall have included experience in Case Management, Calendar Management and Program Administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $49,339.28 - $85,663.86. (2006)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Middlesex Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Family Division Manager or other high level supervisor, the selected individual supervises, monitors, coordinates and oversees a team of specialized staff who perform data entry related activities; provides customer service, tracks cases for case management purposes, oversees special projects, reports progress and resolution of problems in achieving goals and objectives to higher levels of management; conducts formal work performance evaluations with team members and recommends and/or implements personnel actions. Leads a case management team; develops & formulates procedures and/or practices to ensure efficient court/unit operations. Each team member is responsible for all aspects of case processing from intake through disposition, including docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments and dismissals. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in a field related to the technical, administrative or case processing competency being supervised. Case management; and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders; enforcement of court orders; calendar management; and program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $49,339.28 - $85,663.86. (2006)

FAMILY COURT FACILITATOR: Colorado Judicial Branch, Boulder, CO. Summary: Provides individual case management and coordination of family-related matters including domestic relations, domestic violence, dependency and neglect, and delinquency cases before the Colorado Judicial Department courts. Duties: The Family Court Facilitator will help pro se litigants in domestic relations, paternity and child support cases understand and follow applicable statutes, rules and procedures and assists pro se parties with following appropriate court procedures and with setting trials or hearings. The Family Court Facilitator will determine the actual issues in dispute and facilitate agreements; however, the Family Court Facilitator does not mediate agreements or act as an advocate for either party. The Family Court Facilitator will assist in child support cases and with parenting class compliance. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field and three years of experience working with court procedures, family law, or social work. Education and experience in family law preferred. A Master’s degree in social sciences or juris doctor may substitute for one year of the required experience. Law degree and Spanish language skills preferred. Salary: $4,160 - $5,576/month. (2006)

DIRECTOR FOR DIVISION OF FAMILY COURT SERVICES: West Virginia Judiciary. Summary: Government agency seeks attorney for administrator of family court system. Qualifications: Superior academic record; licensed to practice law with a willingness to become licensed in West Virginia; three years of law practice or other relevant experience; capacity for articulate expression, oral and written; ability to supervise staff; ability to work with professionals in other agencies in developing and managing office operations; ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time with little supervision; ability to develop continuing education programs; and ability to travel as needed within West Virginia. All applicants will be subject to an NCIC background check. Salary: $72,000 - $82,000. (2006)

FAMILY COUNSELOR – MEDIATOR (DIVORCE AND SCHOOL PEER MEDIATION TRAINER): Mohave County Superior Court, Conciliation Court. Duties: Position is primarily responsible for the development, coordination, and facilitation of education training programs for divorce mediation and school peer mediation. May also assist in conducting divorce mediations. Qualifications: Ideal candidates should possess a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Family or Adult Education or related field from an accredited college or university (or willingness to obtain the required degree upon appointment); a minimum of 40 hours in a nationally accredited mediation training course or other relevant training organization and two or more years of progressive responsible counseling, mediation and/or education-related experience. Excellent organizational, analytical, human relations and communication skills are preferred. Salary: $1,524.80 Bi-weekly. (2006)

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CLERK V: Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. Summary: The Superior Court in Contra Costa County is recruiting to fill a new Clerk V position in support of the court’s new Family Law Expansion project. The Family Law Expansion project is designed to provide expanded services to family law litigants. Under limited supervision, Clerk V provides lead direction to lower-level Clerk IVs who function as technical specialists or legal document processing clerks performing the most complex technical and legal processing. The Clerk V also provides lead direction in the Clerk series in the