COURT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT - 22011137

This position, within the Office of Court Services’ Policy Section, provides research support and technical assistance to the Commissions on District Court of Appeal and Trial Court Performance and Accountability. This involves planning and conducting statewide research projects aimed at improving court operations, including court reporting, court interpreting, expert witnesses, and mediation services. The Florida Supreme Court utilizes the commissions to inform and develop judicial branch policies affecting the administration of justice.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Design, collect, and analyze data and information to measure the effectiveness of district and trial court operations, policies, procedures, statutes, etc.
• Document findings and best practices and identify recommendations to improve court operations.
• Prepare and present various documents, including charts, issue summaries, and reports.
• Respond to time-sensitive matters and ensure projects are completed according to specified timeframes.
• Lead commission and workgroup meetings, including preparing agendas and materials.
• Provide outreach and technical assistance to various court systems and stakeholders.

Education: Refers to job specific training and education that is recommended for entry into the position. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, information technology, business management, public or business administration, social science, or a closely related field.

Experience: Refers to the amount of related work experience that is recommended for entry into the position that would result in reasonable expectation that the person can perform the required tasks. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis, excluding supervisory experience.
 

Five years of related work experience. Preference may be given to those individuals with professional experience conducting statistical analysis.

•    Ability to serve as a project leader and apply principles and techniques of project planning including supervising and directing the work of court analysts and support staff on a variety of court projects.
•    Ability to design, employ, and direct research initiatives to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of court policies and programs.
•    Ability to interpret and apply data to policy decisions as intended.
•    Ability to produce written reports and make oral presentations explaining policy and research initiatives to judges and other court professionals.
•    Knowledge of implementing and managing court programs including the formulation of statewide standards.
•    Ability to conduct outreach and provide support to Supreme Court Committees and State Courts System stakeholders. 
•    Ability to always exercise tact and diplomacy when interacting with judges, trial court administrators, clerks of court, legislative staff, and other state agencies.
•    Ability to take initiative and show ownership of work products.
•    Ability to travel occasionally.

We value long-term collaboration and seek applicants who share our vision of continuous growth and improvement. This role provides extensive training and opportunities for professional development, allowing for advancement within the organization over time. If you are passionate about data management and wish to engage in impactful projects within the court system, we invite you to apply. We strive to create a supportive work environment where your contributions have a lasting impact.

This position requires onsite work in Tallahassee, Florida.

To be considered for the position, all applicants must:
•    Submit a complete and accurate application profile, which includes essential information such as dates of service, reasons for leaving, and other qualifications.
•    Ensure that all employment history and detailed information about work experience are included in the application. This should encompass military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, and any other relevant experiences, as well as explanations for any gaps in employment.

Please note that applicants who do not provide all the necessary information will not be considered for this position.

The Florida State Courts System offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized Health insurance plan, optional enrollment in Life, Dental, and Disability insurance plans, and paid term life insurance.

The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. In accordance with Section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (judicial branch) are not covered under the Career Service System.

 

Submit a current and complete online State Employment Profile Application through the People First State of Florida Jobs website. You can view the State Courts System page at jobs.myflorida.com/go/State-Courts-System/2814300/.

An application must be submitted for the position, listing the appropriate class title and position number. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If you need assistance using the People First State of Florida Jobs website to apply, contact the People First Service Center by phone at 1-866-663-4735.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the contact information indicated for each respective position.
Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.