Program Specialist VI

Program Specialist VI

Job #: 2888

Division:
Adult Probation Services

Hiring Salary: $66,135.00 annualized

All positions are open until filled.

This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

This position is responsible for an array of projects, grants and initiatives, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to improve internal systems, implementing new programs, evaluating practices, and providing expert technical assistance and guidance to statewide probation staff. This position is also responsible for assisting in oversight associated with implementation, evidence-based recommendations, data collection and training related to the operation of specialty/treatment courts within the Arizona court system, including Drug/DUI/Recovery Courts, Mental Health/Wellness Courts, Family Treatment Courts, Veterans Treatment Courts, etc.

Additionally, this position will assist in developing performance criteria and measures for specialty court and probation programs. Develop, facilitates, and conducts statewide training, curriculum development, and serves as faculty at local, regional and statewide training sessions.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid-telework schedule once the employee has completed three (3) months of employment and has sufficiently demonstrated their ability to perform assigned tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, counseling, social work, psychology or a related field. At least five years’ experience working in a court or within a treatment court program, or five years’ experience working in an administrative office of a court.
• General knowledge of the Arizona courts, probation, and criminal justice system and thorough knowledge of programs, general policies, evidence-based practices and procedures of probation departments. Knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes, Rules of Criminal Procedure and Arizona Judicial Code of Administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and exemplary attention to detail, effective project management experience and skills that include working independently, and demonstrated proficiency in various tracking databases, information technology, internet, and Microsoft products.
• Travel level: up to 50% within the state of Arizona. Valid driver’s license required.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include computer testing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proofreading, typing, etc.)

and first and/or second round panel interviews. This is a Regular, Full-time, Exempt level position.

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Administration of Justice

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.