Program Specialist

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Office of Judicial Administration is responsible for the efficient administration of all agencies that operate under the direction of the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court. That includes 200 personnel; fiscal management; communication; technology; legal services; intergovernmental relations; services for the trial courts; and support for court boards, commissions, and committees. The Office is headed by the interim Chief Administrative Officer Aaron Hood, who reports directly to the Chief Justice of Indiana and serves as the link between the Chief Justice and the agencies of the Court.

This position serves as a Continuing Education Accreditation Specialist with the Office of Admissions and Continuing Education (ACE), aiding in administering and regulating continuing legal education requirements for judges, attorneys, and mediators, including accreditation of attorney specialization programs. Overseeing the maintenance of electronic and paper records serves as a primary point of contact for inquiries and status verification, and provides customer support for attorneys, judges, mediators, Independent Certifying Organizations, and Sponsors.

Please apply by Friday, February 6, 2026

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $44,900 but may be commensurate with education and/or experience.

Effectively and efficiently manages and reviews with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail. Provides high internal/external customer service through email, phone, and the Court’s Portal. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Explain Indiana Rules of Court as they pertain to inquiries and requests for Continuing Legal Education, Mediation, and Specialization.
• Answer questions regarding delinquent attorneys and general inquiries, utilizing the system.
• Maintain filings, including correspondence for extensions, fee waiver requests, etc.
• Create invoices for sponsor applications.
• Post completed Continuing Legal Education hours to attorney accounts.
• Handle reinstatements; verify eligibility for reinstatement, post to attorney’s account, and email letter to Clerk’s office.
• Process suspensions, reinstatements, sponsor applications, delinquent attorneys, and course attendance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Integrity

• Exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials.
• Maintain personal and business affairs in a manner that ensures public confidence in the integrity, competence, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary as well as avoid situations that could lead to conflict, or the appearance of conflict.

Professionalism

• Interact with all persons in a respectful manner, maintain business-like appearance, and promote harmony in the workplace.
• Interact with executive branch agencies, federal agencies, and judicial officers in a manner that promotes confidence and respect in the Office of Judicial Administration.

Communication

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Collaborate and work effectively with team members, supervisors, and staff in other divisions of the Office of Judicial Administration.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Customer Service

• Act as a liaison when interacting with management, staff, internal and external stakeholders to provide program specific information, answer questions, and address issues/problems raised.
• Successfully diffuse elevated conversations and manage conflict…