Pretrial Services Program Coordinator

Position Overview

Pretrial Services Program Coordinator (Senior Court Program Analyst) – Court Services Division, Administrative Office of the Courts.

Location:

Olympia, Washington. Salary range: $86,688–$113,736 per year (DOQ). Position type:
Temporary Full-Time
; funding until June 30, 2027.

Posting period:
June 25, 2026 – July 6, 2026.

• Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate court program components with significant impact on judicial programs, including completion of complex or highly technical major projects.
• Manage inter‑jurisdictional, comprehensive programs and/or complex/highly technical major projects; design and analyze alternative management techniques and estimate statewide impact of proposed changes; provide research, assessments, and recommendations to designated Manager or Executive.
• Provide information, assessment, consultation, support, and recommendations to AOC, courts, associations, boards, and commissions within major operational areas (e.g., personnel management, contracting, performance management, budget development, court service delivery, and/or judicial system policy and procedure) to achieve consistent, efficient, and effective programs and operations.
• Analyze and evaluate proposed legislation and its probable impact on project and program goals; prepare briefs on proposed legislation.
• Supervise the work of other professional and support staff as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor’s degree in court administration, public administration, political science, business administration, or a closely allied field.
• Five years of responsible experience in court administration and/or program development, including at least one year in a supervisory or lead role and/or managing/directing groups or teams.
• Expert knowledge and experience with the Washington State court system, laws, procedures, and practices within courts of limited and general jurisdiction; principles, best practices, and trends in court administration.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to set effective goals and achieve them using structured plans, timelines, and action steps.
• Skill in prioritizing, managing time, and meeting deadlines while maintaining high‑quality work.
• Proficiency in analysis, evaluation, and developing well‑supported recommendations and options.
• Knowledge of Washington State’s justice system, court administration practices, policy issues, and NACM core competencies.
• Effectiveness at facilitating strategic planning, visioning efforts, and challenging meetings with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of customer expectations and delivery of work products that meet those needs.
• Builds trust and credibility through honesty, professionalism, and respectful interactions.

• Completed online application.
• Current resume.
• Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office at (360) 705‑5337, fax (360) 586‑4409 or email Recruiting.gov. Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I‑9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form. AOC does not use E‑verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM‑Optional Practice Training (OPT). Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position is not overtime eligible.
• Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.