Employment Opportunites

 Digital Court Reporter
Position Number:  010442

Job Location:  Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Sarasota, Florida

*Salary Range:  $31,664.64 - $60,162.84 (yearly)
*The successful candidate will be hired at the minimum salary of $31,664.64 per year.

Deadline:    Please be advised that the position is available November 24th , 2009.  Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications immediately, as interviews will be scheduled as applications are received. 

This is responsible work monitoring multiple court proceedings from a central location using the CourtSmart software for digital audio recording. The Digital Court Reporter records and monitors all assigned court proceedings, annotates events within the proceedings, and provides audio CDs of proceedings upon request. The Digital Court Reporter ensures that equipment is in good working order and reports malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner. Hours may be flexible due to required microphone checks before court starts or when courts run past 5:00 pm, and overtime may be required. Working relationships are established with clerk's office and court personnel, with limited contact with attorneys and the public. The Digital Court Reporter works under the supervision of the Digital Court Recording Manager and Lead Digital Court Reporter.

Education and Training Guidelines:
Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior work experience that includes legal, secretarial or clerical work preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to use a personal computer in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and email applications is required.   Ability to work in a close environment with co-workers is a must.  Other skills and abilities required include:  knowledge of English language, grammar, punctuation and spelling of spoken word; ability to learn, use and understand the CourtSmart software and digital recording system for recording proceedings;  ability to multi-task and type accurately at a reasonable speed; ;and the ability to efficiently prioritize and organize work, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion and confidentiality.  

How to Apply: Submit a resume and a current and complete State of Florida application to:

Court Administration - 12th Judicial Circuit
P.O. Box 48927
Sarasota, Florida 34237
Phone: 941-861-7800
Fax:  941-861-7904

*Faxed applications and resumes will be accepted. 

A SEPARATE APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH POSITION LISTING THE APPROPRIATE CLASS TITLE AND POSITION NUMBER FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING. YOUR APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. ON THE CLOSING DATE.

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, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR DISABILITY.

IF YOU NEED AN ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE CALL THE CONTACT PERSON AT THE NUMBER INDICATED FOR EACH RESPECTIVE POSITION. PERSONS USING A TDD MAY CALL THE CONTACT PERSON THROUGH THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE AT 1-800-955-8771.

Pretrial Services Caseworker
Sarasota County Pretrial Services

Performs investigations at the jail and prepares reports for Court.  This is a 24/7 Operation which involves working some weekends and holidays.  We are currently trialing a 12 hour shift schedule (80.5 hours bi-weekly).  For details/to apply: www.scgov.net EOE/AA/ADA

Pretrial Services Caseworker

This is responsible professional work in case management, pretrial investigations, counseling, and social service referrals for the Sarasota County Government Pretrial Services Program.

Duties
• Screens pretrial defendants and recommends eligibility for the criminal justice program.
• Conducts defendant interviews with regard to basic demographics and community justice program.
• Prepares affidavits for indigent status for Public Defender services.
• Prepares local criminal histories for 12th Judicial Circuit Clerk of Court and Jail system programs.
• Prepares local criminal histories for 12th Judicial Circuit Clerk of Court and Jail system programs.
• Prepares Florida and National criminal histories from FDLE/JIS system.
• Verifies information provided and counsels defendants on conditions and restrictions of the referred program or court order.
• Conducts curfew calls as ordered by the court.
• Prepares and processes a variety of forms and documentation (Rules and Regulation contracts; warrants; case management documentation).
• Keeps updated, trained and utilizes monitor case management system.
• Maintains statistics for Citizens' Right to Know Act.
• Instructs clients on matters pertaining to the conditions of pretrial release and the criteria and requirements of specified programs such as Drug Court, and DUI Court.
• Counsels clients on matters pertaining to employment, conduct and domestic situations.
• Monitors clients progress and ensures compliance with the conditions of the agreement and program objectives.
• Initiates warrants for the arrest of clients who fail to comply with conditions.
• Compiles, organizes and maintains records of daily productively and special projects (e.g., ROR Notification Unit; case file maintenance and disposition per Bureau of Archives & Records Management; Jail Sweeps; and prepares periodic statistical reports and submits to the appropriate authority.
• Reviews completed investigation reports to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, counseling, social or behavioral science, or a related field.  Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree.  Must obtain certification by the Federal Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) as a Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) operator within six (6) months of appointment.

Job Based Competencies:
• Screens pretrial defendants and recommends eligibility for the criminal justice program.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of community resources, and state and federal agencies that provide social services and family support.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic interviewing, counseling, and screening techniques and skills.
• Knowledge of basic safety practices related to the work.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills.
• Knowledge of record keeping and report writing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of investigative and fact gathering techniques.
• Knowledge of psychological theories and behavior modification methods and practices.
• Knowledge of principles, theories and practices of the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures, practices, and demeanor.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques for making effective oral presentations.
• Skill in implementing behavior techniques of anti-social behavior modification.
• Skill in observing, interpreting, assessing, and recording behavioral events.
• Skill in interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Skill in developing and monitoring rehabilitation and treatment programs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Skill in interviewing, screening, and counseling individuals.
• Ability to maintain accurate case records and records of work.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to work with juvenile offenders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact successfully with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Ability to take effective action and exercise sound judgment in emergency or crisis situations.

Hours:
Pretrial Services is a 24/7 operation (including weekends and holidays). The current shifts are:
• 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
• 12:00 am. to 8:00 a.m.

***Effective 12/5/2009 we will be trialing 12 hr shifts: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m..; 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. (rotates every other week - 4 day week to 3 day week)

Applicants must be flexible with ability to work shift, weekends and holidays as assigned.

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.

Drug Free Work Environment             EOE/AA/ADA

 Digital Court Reporter
Position Number:  010442

Job Location:  Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Sarasota, Florida

*Salary Range:  $31,664.64 - $60,162.84 (yearly)
*The successful candidate will be hired at the minimum salary of $31,664.64 per year.

Deadline:    Please be advised that the position is available November 24th , 2009.  Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications immediately, as interviews will be scheduled as applications are received. 

This is responsible work monitoring multiple court proceedings from a central location using the CourtSmart software for digital audio recording. The Digital Court Reporter records and monitors all assigned court proceedings, annotates events within the proceedings, and provides audio CDs of proceedings upon request. The Digital Court Reporter ensures that equipment is in good working order and reports malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner. Hours may be flexible due to required microphone checks before court starts or when courts run past 5:00 pm, and overtime may be required. Working relationships are established with clerk's office and court personnel, with limited contact with attorneys and the public. The Digital Court Reporter works under the supervision of the Digital Court Recording Manager and Lead Digital Court Reporter.

Education and Training Guidelines:
Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior work experience that includes legal, secretarial or clerical work preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to use a personal computer in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and email applications is required.   Ability to work in a close environment with co-workers is a must.  Other skills and abilities required include:  knowledge of English language, grammar, punctuation and spelling of spoken word; ability to learn, use and understand the CourtSmart software and digital recording system for recording proceedings;  ability to multi-task and type accurately at a reasonable speed; ;and the ability to efficiently prioritize and organize work, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion and confidentiality.  

How to Apply: Submit a resume and a current and complete State of Florida application to:

Court Administration - 12th Judicial Circuit
P.O. Box 48927
Sarasota, Florida 34237
Phone: 941-861-7800
Fax:  941-861-7904

*Faxed applications and resumes will be accepted. 

A SEPARATE APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH POSITION LISTING THE APPROPRIATE CLASS TITLE AND POSITION NUMBER FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING. YOUR APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. ON THE CLOSING DATE.

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, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR DISABILITY.

IF YOU NEED AN ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE CALL THE CONTACT PERSON AT THE NUMBER INDICATED FOR EACH RESPECTIVE POSITION. PERSONS USING A TDD MAY CALL THE CONTACT PERSON THROUGH THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE AT 1-800-955-8771.

Pretrial Services Caseworker
Sarasota County Pretrial Services

Performs investigations at the jail and prepares reports for Court.  This is a 24/7 Operation which involves working some weekends and holidays.  We are currently trialing a 12 hour shift schedule (80.5 hours bi-weekly).  For details/to apply: www.scgov.net EOE/AA/ADA

Pretrial Services Caseworker

This is responsible professional work in case management, pretrial investigations, counseling, and social service referrals for the Sarasota County Government Pretrial Services Program.

Duties
• Screens pretrial defendants and recommends eligibility for the criminal justice program.
• Conducts defendant interviews with regard to basic demographics and community justice program.
• Prepares affidavits for indigent status for Public Defender services.
• Prepares local criminal histories for 12th Judicial Circuit Clerk of Court and Jail system programs.
• Prepares local criminal histories for 12th Judicial Circuit Clerk of Court and Jail system programs.
• Prepares Florida and National criminal histories from FDLE/JIS system.
• Verifies information provided and counsels defendants on conditions and restrictions of the referred program or court order.
• Conducts curfew calls as ordered by the court.
• Prepares and processes a variety of forms and documentation (Rules and Regulation contracts; warrants; case management documentation).
• Keeps updated, trained and utilizes monitor case management system.
• Maintains statistics for Citizens' Right to Know Act.
• Instructs clients on matters pertaining to the conditions of pretrial release and the criteria and requirements of specified programs such as Drug Court, and DUI Court.
• Counsels clients on matters pertaining to employment, conduct and domestic situations.
• Monitors clients progress and ensures compliance with the conditions of the agreement and program objectives.
• Initiates warrants for the arrest of clients who fail to comply with conditions.
• Compiles, organizes and maintains records of daily productively and special projects (e.g., ROR Notification Unit; case file maintenance and disposition per Bureau of Archives & Records Management; Jail Sweeps; and prepares periodic statistical reports and submits to the appropriate authority.
• Reviews completed investigation reports to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, counseling, social or behavioral science, or a related field.  Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree.  Must obtain certification by the Federal Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) as a Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) operator within six (6) months of appointment.

Job Based Competencies:
• Screens pretrial defendants and recommends eligibility for the criminal justice program.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of community resources, and state and federal agencies that provide social services and family support.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic interviewing, counseling, and screening techniques and skills.
• Knowledge of basic safety practices related to the work.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills.
• Knowledge of record keeping and report writing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of investigative and fact gathering techniques.
• Knowledge of psychological theories and behavior modification methods and practices.
• Knowledge of principles, theories and practices of the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures, practices, and demeanor.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques for making effective oral presentations.
• Skill in implementing behavior techniques of anti-social behavior modification.
• Skill in observing, interpreting, assessing, and recording behavioral events.
• Skill in interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Skill in developing and monitoring rehabilitation and treatment programs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Skill in interviewing, screening, and counseling individuals.
• Ability to maintain accurate case records and records of work.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to work with juvenile offenders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact successfully with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Ability to take effective action and exercise sound judgment in emergency or crisis situations.

Hours:
Pretrial Services is a 24/7 operation (including weekends and holidays). The current shifts are:
• 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
• 12:00 am. to 8:00 a.m.

***Effective 12/5/2009 we will be trialing 12 hr shifts: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m..; 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. (rotates every other week - 4 day week to 3 day week)

Applicants must be flexible with ability to work shift, weekends and holidays as assigned.

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.

Drug Free Work Environment             EOE/AA/ADA