Mediation Services Coordinator (13th Judicial Circuit) Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

POSITION TITLE

Mediation Services Coordinator

ANNUAL SALARY

$51,631.92

FLSA:

Excluded

DEPARTMENT

Mediation & Diversion Services

PAY GRADE

50 POSITION# 010542

SPECIAL NOTE :

The earliest this position will become available is October 1, 2025 .

SUMMARY :

Perform general managerial/administrative duties in the Mediation and Diversion Department . Coordinate and administer court mediation services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

:

EXPERIENCE

Four years of related experience, including two years of supervisory experience.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in social work, law, or a closely related field.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certification in County, Dependency or Family Mediation preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

: Coordinate and administer court mediations to resolve issues between parties for court referred cases such as small claims, county civil, dependency and family court cases. Maintain accurate records of cases reviewed, cases mediated and mediation outcomes. Assist with team member duties, as needed. Serve as court liaison by responding to inquiries from the judiciary, court staff, attorneys and the public regarding mediation programs. Meet with the judiciary and court staff to assess program effectiveness and needs. Assist manager in varying capacities, to include recruiting, mentoring and training new staff and mediators, troubleshooting issues, attending meetings and events, gathering data, and coordinating mediator observations/co-mediations. Create and manage individual mediator dockets. Create opportunities for continuing mediator education programs for mediators, update programs and perform other administrative functions. Promote the services offered by Mediation and Diversion to the community. Assist with budget planning.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

: K nowledge of mediation, the rules of mediation and its function within the court system. Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. Knowledge of the rules of English grammar, spelling and punctuation. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to be patient and interact effectively with the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive information. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to plan and establish priorities for work assignments. Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

: Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits, supplemental dental, vision, life, disability and hospitalization insurance, promotional opportunities, tuition-free college courses, Florida Retirement System (FRS) eligibility, and 457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan.

TO APPLY

: Submit 1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) current State of Florida Application and Addendum (located only at www.fljud13.org ) in (1) PDF file via email to recruiting@fljud13.org .

APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE THE 3 REQUIREMENTS ABOVE TO BE SCREENED FOR POTENTIAL INTERVIEW. NOTICE

: Please note that future vacancies in this same classification may be filled as a result of this recruitment. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Requests for ADA accommodation to participate in the application/selection process should be directed to (813) 272-6330.