GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, STATE OFFICE- REGIONAL MENTOR COORDINATIOR- 21016291

Requisition No: 844670 

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, STATE OFFICE- REGIONAL MENTOR COORDINATIOR- 21016291

 Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm.

Position Number: 21016291 

Salary:  $55,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 02/15/2025 

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STATEWIDE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE

REGIONAL MENTOR COORDINATOR

IMPORTANT! – Please navigate to the following website:  www.guardianadlitem.org to apply for this position:

• Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon.
• Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here.”
• Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume.
• Select STATE OFFICE in TALLAHASSEE for the job location

OR

• Email your mini application and resume directly to SOApps@gal.fl.gov

TWO VACANCIES WILL BE FILLED THROUGH THIS POSTING. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COVERING ASSIGNED CIRCUITS IN EITHER THE NORTHERN REGION OR SOUTHERN REGION OF THE STATE. EACH POSITION WILL WORK REMOTELY BUT REQUIRE FREQUENT TRAVEL.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child-centered representation.  Guardian ad Litem Regional Mentor Coordinators will facilitate volunteer mentor recruitment and training, community outreach activities and data collection and management, on behalf of the Guardian ad Litem Office in collaboration with the Office’s recruitment teams in the assigned region.

More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at

www.guardianadlitem.org.

As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. As a full-time employee, your insurance rate will be significantly low due to the contribution of the State of Florida. In fact, single coverage is as low as $50 per month, with family coverage costing only $180 per month.

While the rates are higher for halftime employees, health insurance options are still available if you are in a salaried position.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE:  

• State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
• State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending account
• Nine paid state holidays each calendar year
• One paid personal holiday each fiscal year
• 13 paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year
• 13 paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year with an increase after five years
• Life insurance of $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions.  Employees may purchase additional coverage
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• State tuition waivers

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Regional Mentor Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the Director of Recruitment in developing and implementing the strategic plan for the recruitment and retention of guardian ad litem volunteers, pro bono GAL/AAL attorneys and mentors. This position works under the supervision of the Director Recruitment. 

ABOUT THE WORK

This is a highly results-oriented, independent position responsible for implementing volunteer mentor recruitment and training initiatives, along with data management and mentor support coordination.  The Regional Mentor Coordinator will facilitate volunteer mentor training and community outreach activities on behalf of the Guardian ad Litem Office in collaboration with the Office’s recruitment teams.  Some examples of a “typical” working day may include the following:

• This position will facilitate outreach activities in collaboration with the Office of Volunteer Recruitment and circuit volunteer recruiters under the direction of the Director of Recruitment.  
• Will assist in the development and implementation of the Statewide Mentor recruitment plan in collaboration with the Volunteer Recruitment Team. 
• Will assist in the recruitment of mentors, guardian ad litem volunteers and pro bono attorneys. 
• Will assist in the development and implementation of mentor and volunteer training. 
• This position will be responsible for tracking mentor data in compliance with Office policy on a monthly basis.  
• This position will provide required mentor data reports to the Director of Recruitment. 
• Will be responsible for maintaining the mentor impact data and stories. Weekly entries are required.  
• Serves as the statewide circuit mentor support coordinator for assigned areas. 
• Will assist with connecting mentors with resources to assist the mentees with identified needs such as HOPE Florida, Office of Continuing Care, the Care Portal, etc.  
• Will follow all communication policies.  This position will collaborate with the Communications Director to employ various communication and marketing strategies to deliver effective recruiting and educational programs. 

ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Volunteer Recruiter position candidates:

• Self-motivated and achievement oriented
• Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development
• Able to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy, and maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines independently
• Excellent oral, writing, and computer literacy skills
• Proficient in Excel and data management programs
• Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor
• Ability to instruct, coach, mentor, and motivate volunteers
• Knowledge of and proficiency in community outreach activities and techniques, public speaking, and presentations
• Knowledge of and proficiency in all aspects of volunteer recruitment, coaching, and management
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs, the internet, and social media venues
• Knowledge of and proficiency in interviewing, screening, selecting, and training volunteers or staff

ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The following are education and experience requirements for prospective Regional Mentor Coordinator position candidates:

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in marketing, business, psychology, or communications
• Two years of relevant experience in direct sales/marketing or non-profit, community outreach programs involving volunteer recruiting and management. 

(Please note: an exception for the required education and experience may be granted by the Executive Director or designee.)

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.