Program Specialist VI (Job 2849)

JOB TITLE:
Program Specialist VI

JOB #:
2849

DIVISION:
Juvenile Justice Services

HIRING SALARY:
$63,591.00 annualized

CLOSING DATE:
All positions are open until filled.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM:
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the coordination of evidence-based projects, trainings, and other functions sponsored and conducted by the Juvenile Justice Services Division. This position will also assist and/or lead with special projects and initiatives, facilitate new program developments, and will act as a liaison between the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), counties, and other juvenile justice stakeholders.

Additionally, this position will develop content for presentations, represent the Division in various interagency meetings and committees, serve as AOC liaison between AOC, Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC), counties, and other stakeholders. This position will also collaborate with the Education Services Division on the development and provision of statewide, regional and local probation and detention officer training programs; work closely with juvenile judges, probation and detention staff; staffs committees and special projects as assigned.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid-telework schedule once the employee has completed three (3) months of employment and has sufficiently proved their ability to perform assigned tasks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a bachelor’s in a human services field or administration and at least five years’ experience working in the juvenile justice system, behavioral health care delivery system, or other child welfare-related agency. This position also requires the ability to train and coordinate work with outside agencies, effectively collaborate with designated JJSD Units, maintain an effective flow of communication to ensure success of projects, and interact effectively and professionally with AOC staff, and stakeholders. As well as work independently with minimal supervision, work effectively under deadlines and in pressure situations, and handle and prioritize multiple tasks and inquiries effectively.

The preferred candidate will have thorough knowledge of Arizona’s juvenile justice system, policies and procedures, and key stakeholders. Experience in curriculum development and working with Arizona statewide initiatives and projects.

Travel level: up to 15%

SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include computer testing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proofreading, typing, etc.) and first and/or second round panel interviews. This is a Regular, Full-time, Exempt position.

BENEFITS:

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

RETIREMENT:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer