Court Program Specialist II

About the Role

The Courts Department is actively seeking a Court Program Specialist II to assist judges and magistrates with the timely disposition of cases. This role is central to the efficient operation of the Florida State Courts System, a criminal justice agency. You will work under the general supervision of a court manager to support the court process through case management, monitoring, and program implementation.

In this position, you will serve as a key liaison between the court, litigants, and trial staff. Your day-to-day involves reviewing filings, preparing cases for hearings, briefing judges, and attending court proceedings. You will also manage the Driver's License Court, maintain critical record systems, and assist in training new departmental personnel. The role requires a high degree of confidentiality and the ability to communicate complex legal information clearly to the public and legal professionals.

Why Join the City of Jacksonville?

Working for the City of Jacksonville offers a unique opportunity to balance professional growth with personal well-being. Employees enjoy a robust benefits package that includes low and no-cost health insurance options, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as flexible spending plans. The role offers twelve paid holidays and a personal leave day, along with four weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment. Additionally, City employees are eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten years of public service.

Application Instructions

A fully completed online application is required to be considered. Applications must be submitted via www.jacksonville.gov. The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge (Chromium) browsers. To ensure you receive email notifications, please add "info@governmentjobs.com" to your trusted senders list.

Required Documentation:

• Work History: Documentation for all employment or volunteer work used to meet qualifications.
• Education: A copy of your college transcript (with your social security number blacked out) if basing qualifications on education. The transcript must show your name, school name, classes taken, grades, degree type, and date conferred.
• Veterans Preference: If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or equivalent military discharge papers, along with the Veterans Preference Certification Form.

Important Notes:

• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
• The City hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
• Accommodations for the application process are available at no cost. Please contact Debra Marchant at 904-255-1022 prior to the deadline if you require assistance. Persons using a TDD may call the Florida Relay Service at 711 or 1-800-955-8771.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants in compliance with federal and state employment laws. There shall be no discrimination or harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other impermissible factor. Certain servicemembers, veterans, and their family members receive preference and priority in employment.