Program Coordinator-Children's Justice (D4 Cass 111134

Job Description

The Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking applicants for a Program Coordinator within Children’s Justice for Family Treatment Court in Cass County and other Children’s Justice programs within District 4. The domicile for the position will be located within District 4 which includes Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, Pottawattamie, Cass, Mills, Montgomery, Fremont and Page counties and will be decided by the supervisor.

This position will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Family Treatment Court or like programs in Judicial District 4 as well as support the implementation of a Family Resiliency Center in Council Bluffs. This position will manage referrals, intake, and orientation with families, and serve as the first line of communication between families and the court team. This position will collect and maintain accurate case data, serve as a liaison between families, treatment teams, and community service providers, and support program improvement through data analysis and compliance reporting.

This position may occasionally attend court hearings, community events, and coordinator meetings both in person and virtually, with availability for evening meetings as needed.

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with the possibility of some nights and weekends.

Location:

TBD, in District 4

• Collaborative, positive professional work environment
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the Iowa communities
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
• Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) plan
• Employee discount program
• Employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program.

The pay range for this position is $21.98 - $34.74 per hour. This is a contract-covered, FLSA non-exempt position. The starting salary for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made if the successful candidate has relevant experience.

Position classification is determined as the ‘best fit’ of the duties assigned to and performed by a position. This position is classified as a Program Coordinator as summarized below.

Coordinate and execute a program and various projects that support a program's goals and objectives.

• Execute and implement the Iowa Judicial Branch program within established parameters and budgets.
• Provide training and instruction for program participants and users to support the program goals.
• Execute program activities within established policies, plans, and budgets.
• Track key metrics, produce progress reports, and regularly update stakeholders.
• Maintain records pertaining to program activities.
• Communicate and coordinate with program participants.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Organizational skills and the ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively.
• Ability to coordinate program activities within prescribed budget parameters.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

The Iowa Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants may review the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report from the Iowa Judicial Branch website as part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Iowa Council 61, AFL-CIO (AFSCME).

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise.

• High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma).
• One (1) year of full-time experience in the administration, operation, or execution of a program.

Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of 30 semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field.
• Two (2) years of experience in child welfare, mental health, healthcare, family services, or court/legal system.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and online meeting programs.