Career Opportunities

Position Type: Full-time
Position available: Immediately
Hourly Rate: $15.58/hour

The job
The Twelfth Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for a Pretrial Services Caseworker vacancy in Sarasota County. The position is in the Intake Unit in the Sarasota County jail. The Intake Unit is a 24-hour operation, with two 12-hour shifts. Working nights, weekends and holidays are part of this position, which includes a shift differential for working nights once training is completed.

A few of your daily responsibilities:

• Interview defendants and victims;
• review criminal histories, backgrounds, and verify information;
• conduct mental health and substance abuse assessments;
• write reports for the Court; and
• attend Court hearings.

Some of the skills, knowledge and abilities needed:

• Effective and concise written and oral communication;
• knowledge of investigative and fact-gathering techniques;
• ability to observe and prioritze work;
• ability to take effective action and exercise sound judgment in emergency or crisis situations; and
• ability to interact with individuals from vairous socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Education
A BA/BS from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, social or behavioral science or related field. You must obtain certification by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) as a Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) operator within six (6) months of appointment.

Benefits
The Sarasota County Government benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance; supplemental insurance (cancer, disability, and accident); Florida Retirement System membership; and paid time off.

Apply
Apply directly through the Sarasota County Government Career Opportunities page. The posting will close November 8, 2019. You must complete the online application to be considered for this position. Cover letters are encouraged.

Temporary position with full-time salary and benefits with the State of Florida. Assignment period to last December 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020

Job location: Manatee County, Florida
Position number: 001305
Monthly salary (non-negotiable): $3,601.08*
*Salary is contingent on expected legislative committee approval in October.

Resumes are being accepted for the vacancy of Judicial Assistant to Circuit Court Judge in Manatee County. This position is available on a temporary basis only, with an anticipated assignment period of December 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020. The Judicial Assistant provides administrative, secretarial and clerical support to the Circuit Court Judge’s office.

Examples of Work Performed

• Prepares and maintains the Judge’s court and professional calendar; schedules motions, hearings, conferences and trials at the request of the judge.
• Performs routine clerical tasks such as processing incoming mail, performing data entry, ordering office supplies, maintaining files/records, faxing or photocopying.
• Screens telephone calls and visitors to the Judge’s office; provides information, resolves issues, directs caller/visitor to proper personnel, or takes messages.
• Reviews case files for accuracy, format compliance and completeness prior to submitting files to the Judge; ensures presence of all required files; maintains trial dockets, continuances and trial orders.
• Prepares and distributes orders as directed by the Judge.
• Reviews and prepares correspondence, memoranda, orders, reports, e-mails, and other documents observing strict confidentiality; organizes papers for filing; prepares compensation and travel vouchers.
• Performs research on defendants utilizing databases from the Clerk’s Office and the jail system; may conduct limited case law research.
• Interacts with attorneys, defendants and their family members to resolve problems such as scheduling conflicts or other case-related issues. 
• Interacts with judges, clerks of court, litigants, attorneys, law enforcement personnel, bailiffs, social services, witnesses and the general public to exchange information or to facilitate task completion.

To Apply
Email (preferred), fax or mail resumes to Human Resources Manager, Court Administration, P. O. Box 48927, Sarasota, FL 34230; fax (941) 861-7904; email thammill@jud12.flcourts.org.  Please use the subject line re: Judicial Assistant Vacancy.

The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.  The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability.  If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call 941-861-7811.

Pursuant to 110.205(2)(c) of the Florida Statutes, employment with the State Courts System is not covered under the Career Service System and all employees of the State System serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights.

DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners position
Hourly rate of pay: $10.65 - $14.71

Benefits include membership in the Florida Retirement System. DeSoto County pays 100% of the employee’s health insurance premiums; 50% of the premium is subsidized for spouse, children or family coverage.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.  All applications must be submitted directly to Court Administration’s Human Resources Office, as instructed below.

The court liaison performs a variety of secretarial, administrative and clerical duties for the judges and their judicial assistants in the management of the daily operations of the DeSoto County Courthouse. The position requires someone with legal experience who is self-motivated, has a keen eye for detail and can handle a wide variety of tasks. Working relationships are established with court personnel, judges, judicial assistants, attorneys and the general public. The court liaison works independently and exercises discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information relating to the court cases. Work is performed under general supervision.

The ability to read and write Spanish fluently is desired.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

This position requires basic knowledge of the legal system; court processes and procedures; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of the rules of English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Compose, proofread, and edit correspondence and reports
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Interact effectively with the general public
• Maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive information
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Establish work priorities
• Work independently
• Organize and automate office procedures and maintain an effective filing system
• Ability to plan, organize and complete special assignments with minimum supervision
• Analyze court files for completeness of appropriate legal documentation
• Maintain effective working relationships with other court personnel, outside agencies, legal professionals, and the general public

Apply:

Email (preferred), fax or mail a completed DeSoto County application to Human Resources Manager, Court Administration, P.O. Box 48927, Sarasota, FL 34230; fax (941) 861-7904; email hr@jud12.flcourts.org.

>>If you do not submit a DeSoto County application, you will not be considered.

The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.  The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call 941-861-7811.

Pursuant to 110.205(2)(c) of the Florida Statutes, employment with the State Courts System is not covered under the Career Service System and all employees of the State System serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights.

Salary: $17.60/hour with DJJ certification; $15.58/hour without DJJ certification
Position available: Immediately

The job
The Twelfth Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for a Pretrial Services Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) Screener vacancy in Sarasota County. The position is in the JAC in the Sarasota County jail. Work schedules at the JAC are in 12-hour shifts, and include nights, weekends and holidays. There is a shift differential for working nights once training is completed.

A few of your daily responsibilities:

• Assess, screen and release juvenile offenders;
• ensure each youth receives medical and mental health clearance prior to admission to the JAC;
• conduct suicide risk, mental health and substance abuse assessments; and
• provide back-up coverage to Pretrial Services Intake Unit, as JAC-related responsibilities permit.

Some of the skills, knowledge and abilities needed:

• Effective and concise written and oral communication;
• knowledge of investigative and fact-gathering techniques;
• ability to observe, interpret, assess and record behavioral events;
• ability to organize and prioritize work;
• ability to take effective action and exercise sound judgment in emergency or crisis situations; and
• ability to interact with individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. 

Education
A BA/BS from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, social or behavioral science or related field. You must obtain certification by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) as a Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) operator within one month of appointment (CJIS certification). Required to maintain Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) certification to screen arrested youth, or obtain DJJ certification to screen arrested youth within 180 days of appointment. Both CJIS and DJJ certification trainings are provided in-house after employment; both certifications must remain current throughout employment.

Benefits
The Sarasota County Government benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance; supplemental insurance (cancer, disability, and accident); Florida Retirement System membership; and paid time off.

Apply
Apply directly through Sarasota County Government Career Opportunities page. The posting will close November 1, 2019. You must complete the online application to be considered for this position. Cover letters are encouraged.

Position Type: Contractual
Position Available: Immediately
Hourly Rate: $75 / hour for therapy ($25 - $50 for court appearance)

The Twelfth Judicial Circuit is accepting applications from licensed mental health therapists (LCSW, LMHC, Psy.D, Ph.D) for clinical counseling services for its Behavioral Health Court. This court is also locally known as Mental Health Court. The provider will be responsible for providing the counseling services in its own office which must be located in Sarasota County. Provider will be an independent contractual service provider with the Court. Qualified individuals will be placed on an approved list and will be referred appropriate cases on an as needed basis by the Health Care Court Administrator

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Regularly scheduled individual meetings (no more than twice monthly absent court approval otherwise) per client
• Evaluations, assessments and counseling of Behavioral Health Court clients
• Conduct group sessions as necessary at Treatment Court Office
• Regular consultation with Health Care Court Administrator
• Attendance at court hearings as necessary
• Procurement of medical release in order to share information related to the client with the Health Care Court Administrator for use in the court proceeding
• Documentation of all evaluations, progress notes, as requested by Health Care Court Administrator
• Commitment to see the client for the duration of the court case absent significant unforeseen circumstances
• Sign an agreement memorializing these duties and the payment arrangements

Payment as Follows:

• The Court will pay $75 per hour of therapy (including any necessary documentation associated with the therapy) for two sessions per month per client. A client may receive more counseling if approved by the Court. A counselor may utilize a client’s insurance if the client has insurance and the counselor prefers to do so; however, the Court will not pay the hourly rate if insurance is also billed.
• The Court will pay $75 for each initial evaluation and assessment. This may require a visit to the Sarasota County Jail.
• The Court will pay $50 for a live court appearance and/or $25 for a telephonic court appearance, with discretion to be determined by the court.
• The Court will pay $75 per hour for group therapy (including any necessary documentation associated with the therapy).

Services will be invoiced on a monthly basis outlining days and hours worked, including backup documentation for clients served and services provided. Due to federal grant guidelines, these contractual counseling services contracts will be awarded on an annual basis and must be renewed annually. All applicants are further advised that the Additional Contract Provisions, “Attachment A”, are required to be included in all contracts.

To Apply

Please read the 2018 Selection and Submission Criteria.  

The Court reserves the right to limit the number of counselors participating and/or add counselors based upon special needs or location. All applicants will be subject to criminal background checks on an annual basis.

Contract award is subject to FDLE JAG Program Standard Conditions and additional Federal Grant Requirements (2 CFR Part 200), see attached.