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Counselor/Mediator of ADR

ARBITRATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland County, Civil Division. Summary: The Civil Division of Vicinage XV is seeking an energetic, dependable, detail-oriented individual to work on a part-time basis in the Civil Arbitration Program. Duties: Under the general direction of a supervisory officer, this position will be responsible for entering data into the Automated Case Information System (ACMS); explaining judiciary policies or procedures to customers or clients, including program eligibility requirements; reviewing correspondence and data processing output for accuracy; processing mail; answering telephone inquiries; operating various types of office machines; and performing related duties as required. Qualifications: One year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Salary: $14-$18/hr.

ARBITRATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Civil Division, Superior Court of New Jersey. Atlantic City, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction of a Division Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for entering data into the Automated Case Management System (ACMS); explaining Judiciary policies or procedures to customers or clients, including program eligibility requirements; reviewing correspondence and data processing output for accuracy; preparing and mailing correspondence; processing mail; customer telephone contact and answering telephone inquiries; operating various types of office machines; filing; and performing related duties as required. Qualifications: One (1) year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Salary: $15/hr (2011).

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4/COURT MEDIATOR: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: Under the general direction of the Assistant Family Division Manager and/or other high level supervisory officer the selected candidate will be responsible for mediating children in court cases; custody and parenting time mediation; case conferencing; serve as a referee in parental cases; and serve as backup to the Domestic Violence Hearing Officer. Duties: The candidate will also mentor and coach other lower level professional employees; maintain accurate records, submit monthly statistical reports; implement legislative enactments and court rules relating to case processing; plan implementation of projects or programs; develop communication plans within or outside the organization; participate in statewide subcommittees; keep up to date on current trends, laws and rules; perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a graduate degree or certification of advanced training in a behavioral or social science and completion of a recognized mediation training program consisting of 40 hours of instruction. Four years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: mediation, counseling, family intake, crisis intervention, custody/visitation dispute investigations and child support. This professional experience shall have included supervised clinical experience in mediation. Jersey City, NJ. Salary: $65,728 - $102,435 (2011).

FAMILY COURT MEDIATOR: Human Resources Department, Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt. Eureka, CA. Summary: Under general direction, provides mediation services and recommendations to the Family Law Court regarding legally contested child custody and visitation matters; mediates disputes; conducts investigations; makes child custody and visitation recommendations to the judicial officers of the Superior Court; provides marital and family counseling; and makes referrals to community resources and support services for adults and children. Duties: Mediates with parents to arrive at mutually acceptable resolutions in the best interest of the children; presents written reports to the court and attorneys for the parties regarding agreements reached as a result of mediation; Interviews parties involved in disputes and other matters before the court to assess potential for settlement or resolution; Evaluates and assesses families for referral to appropriate community resources; Prepares written recommendations and evaluations to the Court in child custody and visitation cases, guardianships and stepparent adoptions; Prepares and maintains case files, reports, compiles statistics and keeps records at the request of the court or CEO; Attends training sessions, staff meetings, case consultation and maintains up-to-date information concerning family assessment, family dynamics, domestic violence issues, mediation and family law; Abides by professional and ethical standards as mandated and prescribed in the California Family Code, Rules of Court and Mediation Standards; Assists in the coordination of various court based service programs including multi-agency collaborative efforts; Conducts and participates in various research and survey projects related to Family Services Division and the work of the Court. Qualifications: A Master’s Degree from an accredited college, university, or program in social work; psychology; marriage, family and child counseling; or other behavioral science substantially related to marriage and family interpersonal relationships; and two years of responsible professional post degree level counseling or psychotherapy experience in a related setting. Salary: $4,934 - $6,024/month (2011).

ATTORNEY NEGOTIATOR (BILINGUAL): Domestic Violence Unit, District of Columbia Courts. Washington, D.C. Summary: Incumbent is responsible for identifying and determining whether preliminary matters exist (i.e. process of service, jurisdiction and motions). Duties: Reviews cases, interviews the litigants, identifies issues, and negotiates issues related to custody, child support, visitation, counseling, property damage, and distribution of property, using alternative dispute resolution techniques and skills. Clearly represents the status of the case to the judicial officers. Acts as a liaison between litigants and the judicial officers. Negotiates conflicting issues in domestic violence cases, with the goal of reaching an agreement. Writes proposed orders in a clear, concise and complete manner for the judicial officers and prepares settlement agreements for complex domestic violence cases. Meets regularly with the Domestic Violence Judicial Officers and Project Director for identification of procedural problems and assists with and prepares memoranda of law (where appropriate) on questions pertaining to domestic violence. Monitors changes in legislation that impact domestic violence cases. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: A law degree, admission to the practice of law before the Courts of the District of Columbia plus at least five years of general practice including at least three years of experience in negotiations in the area of Family Law. Must be able to speak, interpret, read and write Spanish fluently. Salary: $92,723 - $113,007 (2009).

FORECLOSURE MEDIATION CLERK: Administrative Office of the Couts; Carson City, NV. Summary: Under general supervision, the Foreclosure Mediation Clerk performs a broad variety of administrative support to the Foreclosure Mediation Program. Duties: Typical duties include answering phones as needed and provide information or transfer calls as necessary, processing incoming mail daily, record request for foreclosure mediation, endorse, record, and receipt foreclosure mediation fees, assist the public with request for foreclosure mediation, data entry into case management system and tracking spreadsheets, assist Foreclosure Mediation Coordinators with document processing, notify Foreclosure Mediation Coordinator when necessary documents are received, proof request for mediation for completeness and accuracy before they are distributed (file stamp, signatures, docket entries), retrieve records and correspondence files when requested, maintain records and other documents; daily file documents, create new files, keep records orderly, moving files from open to closed area when case closes, and reorganizing files on shelves as necessary, copy documents as requested for public and foreclosure mediation or AOC staff; process small copy work requests, scan documents into the electronic document management system throughout the day, print envelopes and mail copies of mediation material and other correspondence, and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent education and 3 years of clerical experience and administrative support experience which includes one or more of the following areas: maintaining records and files; preparing a variety of materials using a personal computer or word processor; performing secretarial duties in support of professional staff; OR 1 year as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State Service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $30,192.48 – $47,606.40. (2009)

FORECLOSURE MEDIATION COORDINATOR: Administrative Office of the Courts; Carson City, NV. Summary: This position provides timely and accurate day-to-day coordination of the foreclosure mediation program, its activities and related work as assigned in a confidential fashion. Duties: Typical duties include processing applications from mediators, making recommendations to certify, plan, organize, assign, supervise, and review the work of assigned foreclosure mediators, collect and analyze program statistics and performance indicators, including demonstrated cost savings and caseload and caseflow management, explain and apply program policies, track timelines for required reports and actions and generate reminders/notices, maintain case management database, monitor performance and training plans for mediators, coordinate the following activities: timely and accurate assignment of mediators for owner-occupied residences that have received a Notice of Default (NOD), draft, negotiate, and review assignments to various cases, maintain calendar of available mediation facilities, organize and conduct Mediation Program meetings, carry out public relations activities and serve as liaison to courts, State Bar, and other agencies regarding the process of foreclosure and mediation program, prepare certificate of completion at end of mediation, and coordinate performance evaluations for participating mediators, program objectives, and training requirements. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (court, business or public administration) and one to five years experience in the field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $41,906.16 – $74,082.24. (2009)

FAMILY MEDIATOR: Superior Court of California, Marin County. Summary: The Family Mediator is responsible for meeting with parents to provide information and assistance in resolving their disputes regarding child custody, dependency, visitation and other parental concerns. This class is distinguished from that of the Manager, Family Court Services, in that the latter supervises this position. Duties: Manages a mediation caseload of families referred by the Family Law Court as required by law. Interview parties involved in disputes to assist them in developing written agreements regarding custody, visitation and related interests; drafts legally binding agreements for parents and processes them through the court. Provides brief intervention services and refers clients to community resources when extended intervention, long term counseling or other services are required. Reviews and analyzes medical, educational, social service, psychiatric, psychological, law enforcement and Court reports, evaluations and documents. May interview and/or consult with litigants, attorney and other family members, teachers, counselors and other interested parties to gather information and explore alternative solutions. May interview and assess children to determine their needs when involved in disputed issues. Prepares and maintains case files and mediation reports. Qualifications: As provided by Family Code Section 3161, 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, and two years experience in counseling or psychotherapy, or both in a setting related to areas of responsibility of the family conciliation court and with the ethnic population to be served. Salary: $68,224 - $82,368. (2009)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem Vicinage. Summary: Conducts Family Division mediation proceedings in a multi-county vicinage. Duties: The Judiciary is seeking a customer service oriented individual responsible for mediations and handling confidential social investigations for court and conducting interviews with clients of the Family Division. Specific duties will include maintaining accurate records, implementing legislative enactments and court rules relating to case processing, conducting the Parent Education Program monthly and performing other related duties as assigned. Travel within the tri-county vicinage will be required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social science, as specified in the Domestic Violence Hearing Officer Program Standards. Five years of professional experience including three years of experience in the areas of domestic violence or family crisis. Admission to the NJ Bar and one year of experience in Family Law (which shall include work involving domestic violence) may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Salary: $57,835.61 - $90,135.17. (2008)

DISPUTE RESOLUTION COORDINATOR/MEDIATOR: Portage County Court of Common Pleas, Ravenna, OH. Summary: Portage County Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations seeks an individual to create and develop a court based mediation program servicing the Portage County Domestic Relations Court. Duties: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Serves as the primary mediator for the Portage County Domestic Relations Court. Types of disputes to be mediated will be common to those found in the Domestic Relations Court. Builds relationships/partnerships through community outreach in furtherance of the program. Supports efforts to attain financial sustainability of the program which may include grant search, application, and administration. Serves as liaison between the local courts and the Supreme Court of Ohio in implementing the program. Performs confidential administrative functions, with attention to detail, such as typing correspondence, reports, agreements and notices and adheres to terms of the grant. Provides information to attorneys and litigants regarding mediation. Drafts a local rule and referral process for mediation. Provides supervision of support staff as needed. Performs other duties related to the position as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, management, law, social work, project/process management, conflict management/resolution or in a related field; at least one year of experience mediating disputes with sound knowledge the mediation process, ethics, applicable state laws and standards of practice and five or more years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience providing direct service to families, businesses and working with diverse populations are required. Must have ability to maintain confidences, exercise sound judgment and discretion, work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with court, staff, the judges, magistrates, community agencies, school employees, and the general public. Must have completed a minimum twelve hours of basic mediation training and at least forty hours of specialized family or divorce mediation training or equivalent formal training program approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio. Completion of the Domestic Abuse Issues for Mediators and Other Professionals training provided by the Supreme Court of Ohio and 40 hours of civil mediation training is preferred. Willingness to receive additional training recommended by the Supreme Court of Ohio is required. Salary: $40,000 - $50,000. (2007)

CHIEF CIRCUIT MEDIATOR: U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Judicial Circuit, Atlanta, GA. Summary: The Kinnard Mediation Center of the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit has an opening for the position of Chief Circuit Mediator. This is an executive position consisting of legal and administrative responsibilities. The Chief Circuit Mediator, who serves under the direction of he Chief Judge and the Circuit Executive of the Eleventh Circuit, presides at mediations in civil appeals and oversees the work of professional staff in three offices within the Eleventh Circuit. The primary purpose of circuit mediation is to settle appeals and any related cases. Duties: Duties of circuit mediators include reading discussions of procedural and substantive legal issues, conducting analyses of an appeal’s settlement value, and probing each party’s interest in an effort to help the parties create and explore options to continued litigation. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school, practice before the highest court of a state or territory of the United States, and at least ten years of post-graduate experience, a substantial portion of which involved trial and appellate work in federal courts. Significant training and experience in mediation. Knowledge of and experience working with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of civil law and legal procedures. A comprehensive understanding of the dynamics, costs, impacts, and strategies of the litigation process. The ability to analyze complex legal and practical aspects of an appeal. An aptitude for collaborative problem-solving and consensus building processes. The ability to deal persuasively and tactfully with strong-willed and sophisticated counsel and parties and to develop creative and practical solutions in appeals involving a wide range of disputes and personalities. The ability to work independently without supervision, exercising judgment and discretion to maintain party confidences, control direction of negotiations, and modify the subsequent course of proceedings. At least three years of extensive supervisory experience in court or executive management that demonstrates thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management; the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the court; and the ability to exert strong leadership in the mediation program, which is a vital component of the appeal process. Salary: $126,487 to $154,600. (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)

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ARBITRATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Burlington Vicinage, Civil Division, Superior Court of New Jersey. Mt. Holly, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction of a supervisory officer, this position will be responsible for entering data into the Automated Case Information System (ACMS); explaining judiciary policies or procedures to customers or clients, including program eligibility requirements; reviewing correspondence and data processing output for accuracy; processing mail; answering telephone inquiries; operating various types of office machines; and performing related duties as well. Experience: One (1) year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Salary: $20.30/hr (2011).

COURT SERVICES OFFICER: Civil Division, Superior Court of New Jersey. Somerville, NJ. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 1B (Assistant Civil Division Manager) and other supervisory personnel, the selected individual will be responsible for supporting all civil complementary dispute resolution programs with Civil Part, Special Civil Part and Chancery, General Equity Part. Duties: In particular, this individual will directly administer and case process the Vicinage Foreclosure Mediation Program. Demonstrating leadership skills, this individual will be responsible for mediation calendar management; distributing other work assignments according to procedure; identifying case-related problems; and processing a high volume of the more complicated case type functions performd within the division. This includes monitoring cases to ensure compliance with case management orders, program protocols and procedures, court rules and established practices. The position serves as a lead role in creating and maintaining credible mediation calendars ensuring effective communication and case flow management between the division, the Chancery judge, the bar, Administrative Office of the Courts and outside agencies. A high volume of customer service interaction exists, requiring effective response and problem solving skills and effective conflict resolution techniques demonstrating sensitivity and professional interaction with all litigants. Further duties may include oversight of electronic filings systems and performing other related administrative, data entry and case management duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, and one or more of the following reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Salary: $42,225 - $69,179 (2011).

FAMILY COUNSELOR – MEDIATOR: Conciliation Court Services, Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Kingman, AZ. Duties: Position is responsible for performing a variety of divorce mediation, counseling, parent education and related services to parties filing a petition for assistance from the court regarding child custody and parenting time. Qualifications: Ideal candidates should possess a Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or closely related field from an accredited college or university; two years progressively responsible experience in counseling, family counseling, mediation or closely related experience; and a minimum of six (6) hours of domestic violence training and six (6) hours of child abuse training. Also requires excellent organizational, analytical, human relations and communication skills. Salary: $1,559 - $1636/bi-weekly (2009).

CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR: Multi-Door Dispute Resolution, 515 5th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. Summary: This position is the first point of contact for the Director’s Office and the Family, Community, and Civil ADR clients of the division, who require program information and referral to appropriate Multi-Door services or other court staff. Duties: The incumbent receives all queries from the public, clients, counsel, court staff, neutrals, and visitors and directs clients to appropriate staff in the Family and Community and Civil Branches and responds to requests for information and assistance. Provides administrative assistance to all staff and programs in the division, including organizing and coordinating trainings, in-services and meetings, as well as confirming the scheduling of mediation. Provides technical assistance to staff on database functions as well as word processing training to staff, interns, and volunteers. Performs other duties, as assigned. Qualifications: Four years of administrative experience in a highly complex and fast-paced environment. Experience in a court setting is preferred. Equivalent levels of relevant education or administrative experience may be substituted. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation, if available, with your application. Salary: $43,557 – 456,624. (2008)

ADR STAFF ASSISTANT: District of Columbia Courts, Multi-Door Dispute Resolution. Summary: Incumbent will provide alternative dispute resolution (ADR) program and administrative support to the Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division. Duties: Duties include monitoring and coordination of the division’s strategic planning efforts; design and delivery of mediator instructional materials and initial and ongoing training classes; editing and production of client and visitor informational materials; and ADR case management back-up support as needed. Incumbent will also respond to inquiries about ADR programs and activities, coordinate meetings, and maintain web-based ADR information and literature for staff and neutrals. Incumbent will coordinate projects and work directly with the Director of the Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division on collecting and analyzing data and budget preparation. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, humanities, or business, plus 2 years of administrative experience working with public and/or non-profit organizations. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Salary: $50,703-$65,912. (2007)

PRINCIPAL COURT ANALYST: Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Court Improvement Programs, Cohoes, New York. Duties: With substantial independence from supervision, Principal Court Analysts work individually or as team leaders on projects that involve research and confidential analysis, planning, and other related work in one or more of the following areas: budget development and court finance; personnel administration; resource allocation; and court system management and administration. As team leaders, Principal Court Analysts supervise Senior Court Analysts, Court Analysts, and Junior Court Analysts assigned to a single study component of a large and complex project. Qualifications: One year in the Senior Court Analyst title; or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree in public or business administration from an accredited college or university and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $57,053 (2007)

SENIOR COURT ANALYST: Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Court Improvement Programs, Cohoes, New York. Duties: Under supervision, Senior Court Analysts work individually or as team leaders, on projects that involve research and confidential analysis, planning and other related work in one or more of the following areas: budget development and court finance; personnel administration; resource allocation; and court system management and administration. As team leaders, Senior Court Analysts supervise Junior Court Analysts and Court Analysts assigned to field or research projects of narrow scope. Qualifications: One year in the Senior Court Analyst title; or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree in public or business administration from an accredited college or university and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $51,298 (2007)

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