Program Specialist VI

Overview

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

Job Title: Program Specialist VI

JOB #: 2921

Division: Adult Probation Services

Hiring Salary: $66,135.00 annualized

Closing Date: All positions are open until filled.

This position is responsible for developing and enhancing pretrial services in all courts of Arizona and will work with stakeholders at all levels to implement assessments and advance evidence-based pretrial practices in the courts and probation departments. The Program Specialist will assess resources and training needs for pretrial staff and stakeholders and assist in the implementation of any procedural changes. This position will procure grant funding opportunities and administer and manage grants as required.

Prepare periodic and annual reports, working in conjunction with the Data Statistical Specialist and Data Analyst. This position will also include cross-training in a variety of areas such as fleet management and operational review. Additionally, this position will develop, facilitate, and conduct statewide training, facilitate curriculum development, serve as faculty at local, regional and statewide training sessions, and coordinate and facilitate statewide work groups.

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

PSLF Program qualified employer.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, counseling, social work, psychology or related field and prior project management experience with a minimum of five years’ experience working in a court, with a minimum of three years of experience working in a pretrial position. Directly related experience may substitute for the degree requirement. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of the Arizona courts, pretrial, probation, and criminal justice system and thorough knowledge of programs, general policies, and procedures of probation departments.

Knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes, Rules of Criminal Procedure and Arizona Judicial Code of Administration. As well as Demonstrated proficiency in various tracking databases, information technology, internet, and Microsoft products. This position also requires effective verbal and written communication skills and exemplary attention to detail, and project management experience and skills that include working independently, setting priorities and monitoring time and deadlines.

The preferred candidate will have a Master’s degree or a Ph.D. in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology, or criminal justice may substitute for some of the required years of experience. Travel level: up to 50% within 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 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.

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