COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST III - 22010682

COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST III

•22010682 The State of Florida•3.5 Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details $54,826.20 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Computer literacy Legal case management

Full Job Description Requisition No:

875464

Agency:

State Courts System Working Title:

COURT PROGRAM SPECIALIST III

•22010682

Pay Plan:

State Courts System Position Number:

22010682

Salary:

$54,826.20 Annually +

CAD Posting Closing Date:

05/26/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Position Title Court Program Specialist III•Domestic Relations Job Location 17th Judicial Circuit Court; Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Salary Range $54,826.20 Annually + CAD Job Description Distinguishing Characteristics of Work Caseflow management is a process to monitor the time and events involved in the movement of a case through the court system from the point of initiation to disposition. The case manager is responsible for following time standards set by Florida Statute for expeditious case dispositions. The case manager will be assigned to a specific division(s) and will work with the judge(s) in that division to help manage the cases. This will be accomplished by following mechanisms such as early screening, creation of event deadlines and continuous oversight and measurement of progress. The Court Program Specialist III is responsible for the following functions: Supervises and trains case managers in the family court division. Reviews case files and database to determine case progress. Attends hearings, provides information to the Court and participants. Updates and maintains manual and/or automated case management system. Monitors and tracks cases; provides follow-up on cases requiring activity completion by a certain date. Identifies events and trends which impact negatively upon the timely progress of the case and recommends operational improvements to the Court and Administration. Maintains statistical data and records regarding activities conducted; maintains accurate records and filing of all work processed. Performs related work as required Education and Training Guidelines Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field; supplemented by three years of supervised experience in court case management that provides considerable knowledge of the court system and judicial process, preferably in family law cases. Master's degree or law degree may substitute for two years of the recommended experience. Supervisory experience preferred. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. Competencies Knowledge Skills & Abilities Knowledge of court case management principles and the Family Law caseflow process. Knowledge of Family court operations and relevant Florida Statutes. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Ability to interact effectively with professional and support staff. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and make written and oral presentations to Judges and community representatives. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion concerning case management. Ability to use a personal computer, word processing and software applications. Ability to analyze data and case information. Ability to identify problems and make recommendations for improvements. Ability to establish work priorities and meet deadlines. Timeliness and attendance are essential functions of the job. How to Apply Submit a cover letter and official State Employment Application (found at http://www.17th.flcourts.org/the•employment-opportunities/) to Court Administration, Human Resources, 201 SE 6th St, Rm. 20140, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. The People First profile application will not be considered. For additional information, contact Taiwo Akinkunmi at We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, or disability. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the contact person at 954-831-7721. Persons using a TTY/TDD may call Taiwo Akinkunmi through the Florida Relay Service at 711. 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.

Location:

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33301 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315

Nearest Major Market:

Fort Lauderdale Nearest Secondary Market:

Miami