Program Project Coordinator -Administrative Office Courts; AOC

Program Project Coordinator – Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Pay Grade 10 |

Employment Type:

Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 hrs/week

Location:

114 E Dixie Highway, Suite 200, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, USA

As part of its reorganization effective August 1, 2026, Office of Statewide Programs will have an opening for a Program Project Coordinator, this position is located in Hardin County.

The Program Project Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Specialty Court program, ensuring compliance with program requirements, policies, and procedures. This position provides case management and community supervision to participants and collaborates with judges, court staff, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to support participant success. The Program Project Coordinator manages program documentation, case files, data reporting, and grant audits.

Additionally, the position serves as a liaison among stakeholders, prepares reports, and evaluates program activities to promote efficient operations and achievement of program goals. This position is responsible for timely, accurate reporting to the court and court administrative duties on an as‑needed basis.

This Program Project Coordinator position will be retitled to Specialty Courts Coordinator as part of the August 1, 2026 reorganization. The below accurately reflects the qualifications and examples of duties for the position.

• Manage a caseload of Specialty Court participants, conducting screenings, intakes, orientations, individualized case planning, and ongoing case management.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies to secure participant access to treatment, housing, education, vocational training, and other resources.
• Serve as a liaison among judges, attorneys, court staff, treatment providers, and community partners to coordinate services and support participant success.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in the case management system, ensuring documentation, reports, and files meet program and compliance standards.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education: Associate’s degree in the education field.

Experience, Training, or

Skills:

At least 2 years of experience working with high‑risk or high‑needs populations, including individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, or multiple barriers to success.

Substitute Education for

Experience:

None.

Substitute Experience for

Education:

Additional relevant work experience will substitute for the degree on a year‑for‑year basis.

Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.): None.

Work is primarily performed in an office and/or courtroom setting and requires regular attendance onsite at the designated work location. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Statewide travel is required. Must be able to deal with highly stressed people, who may have substance abuse issues and behavioral health needs. Must be able to work inside a detention center on an as‑needed basis.

Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D