COURT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT - 22011846

This position is responsible for guiding the implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies related to problem-solving court data initiatives, software contract management, and overseeing the Florida Drug Court Case Management System (FDCCMS). Additionally, this position provides support to other problem-solving court projects as needed. Major responsibilities include serving as the lead staff for statewide problem-solving court data collection, reporting, and analysis; providing oversight of the FDCCMS, including managing the FDCCMS contract; and supervising staff. This position is responsible for compiling, auditing, and analyzing problem-solving court data; preparing comprehensive and detailed problem-solving court data reports as needed; providing technical assistance to problem-solving courts; and responding to problem-solving court data and information requests. Close working relationships are established with high-level policy makers and officials in the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. This position is a mid-level management position and works under limited supervision. Responsibilities include supervising two senior court analyst II positions.

The responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Serve as lead staff to statewide data collection initiatives, including but not limited to, the statewide problem-solving court data collection and reporting requirements.
• Provide oversight of the FDCCMS to include managing the FDCCMS contract for compliance with deliverables; reviewing and approving invoices; overseeing and maintaining the FDCCMS budget; managing the enhancement process; reviewing the monthly FDCCMS usage report, initiating contract renewals, extensions, and amendments; and communicating with the vendor as needed.
• Supervise two senior court analyst II positions, including assigning and reviewing work product, signing timesheets, completing performance planning and reviews, and approving leave.
• Draft correspondence, reports, and procurement documents for problem-solving court activities and events.
• Provide staff support to governance groups, as needed. 

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 this position that would result in a 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, including two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Special Qualifications
A general working knowledge of court operations, data systems, and analytics.  A general understanding of substance use and mental disorders and their impact on the justice system. Ability to assist in the development and implementation of legislative or grant-funded projects. Knowledge of procurement procedures, contract management, and budget management. Experience in managing and supervising staff is required. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System, including court procedure and rules, court organization, operations, and functions, with expertise in case processing for problem-solving court cases.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply modern research techniques and data analysis to project planning.
• Knowledge of and ability to guide the conduct of complex analysis.
• Ability to organize, maintain, and update a variety of detailed and complex records.
• Ability to act as a project leader and supervise other staff.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and software programs.

This position must possess a proficiency in data collection methods, data analysis, and presentation of the data results, and the ability to illustrate findings in a variety of formats, such as charts and graphs. Must have strong interpersonal and analytical skills and be able to work both independently and with a team. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must do the following:

• 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, view the State Courts System page at jobs.myflorida.com/go/State-Courts-System/2814300/

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

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