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  • Court Program Specialist II
    Juvenile Diversion Programs - $48,040.08/yr
  • Digital Court Reporter
    Digital Court Reporting - $20/hr

Court Program Specialist II 

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is looking for a talented individual that can fill the role of Court Program Specialist II. 

SUMMARY: This position provides case management services for youth referred to the Juvenile Diversion Program, coordinating interventions and support services through a network of community providers. Responsibilities include managing case intake and referral processes, conducting evidence-based assessments, coordinating intake appointments, maintaining accurate electronic case records and databases, and monitoring participant progress. The position also supports diversion-related court proceedings, assists with case tracking and reporting, and ensures timely documentation and compliance with program requirements. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established policies, procedures, and program guidelines.

  • EXPERIENCE: Three years of professional, administrative related experience. Should have general knowledge of court processes and procedures.
  • EDUCATION: Bachelor degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or a closely related social science field.
  • SUBSTITUTIONS: Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year for-year basis. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school may substitute for two years of the recommended experience.

  • Conduct case intake interviews with the youth and family, conduct evidenced based assessments, refer and link youth and family to community resources by reviewing documentation and gathering case information from various sources.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and tracking of case referrals and eligibility for program participation.
  • Provide Case Management functions, review daily dockets, maintain contact with families, schools and treatment providers. Input case notes, process monthly treatment status reports, generate completion and return letters, process victim restitution payments into the case management system.
  • Truancy case management, staff cases with truancy liaison, update case management systems.
  • Process monthly status reports and generate completion and return letters.
  • Facilitate evening programs to include Teen Court.
  • Prepare files, forms and correspondence; creates and maintains record systems for efficient case management.

  • Ability to conduct interviews and evidence-based risk assessments.
  • Knowledge and experience working with community agencies and providing referrals.
  • Skilled at providing case management services.
  • Ability to work well under pressure; conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines.
  • Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
  • Ability to use discretion with confidential information.
  • Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office software.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Zoom.
  • Ability to conduct research and compose technical reports.
  • Must be adept at public speaking and have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and logically.
  • Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

Paid time off 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, participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), and 457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan. Parking subsidy may apply.

 

TO APPLY SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: 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.

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.

Posting Date: June 18, 2026
Closing Date: July 1, 2026
Classification: Staff
Title: Court Program Specialist II
Department: Juvenile Diversion Programs
Salary: $48,040.08/yr
Position: # 000133
FLSA: Excluded
Pay Grade: 30
Anticipated Vacancy: July 31, 2026
County-Funded Position

   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602

  Email
recruiting@fljud13.org

Apply

Digital Court Reporter

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is looking for a talented individual that can fill the role of Digital Court Reporter. 

SUMMARY: The position is responsible for digitally recording, annotating and indexing the multi-media courtrecord of proceedings, hearings and trials for the 13th Judicial Circuit.

  • High School diploma or GED. Relevant legal or digital court reporting experience preferred.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Sociology, etc.

  • Monitor, annotate and index the multi-media court record of all digitally recorded court proceedings, hearings and trials for the purpose of producing verbatim non-appellate and appellate transcripts by the digital trnscription service provider.
  • Perform tests of digital court recording equipment located within the courtroom to ensure the equipment works properly prior to the start of all court proceedings; advise supervisor and helpdesk of improperly functioning equipment.
  • Monitor audio quality and clarity and audio recordings of court proceedings, hearings and trials whether one-toone, remotely or centralized. Annotate the court record.
  • Provide playback of portions of the audio record while on and off the record.
  • Process approved CD audio record requests from public/private attorneys and the public of specified court proceedings in a professional manner.

  • Excellent organizational skills required. Knowledge of legal terminology used in a court of law. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate and troubleshoot the digital court reporting system utilized by the 13th circuit, including the emergency back-up system and system(s) which interface with other electronic courtroom systems. Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

 

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.

Closing Date: Recruit Until Filled
Classification: Contractual
Title: Digital Court Reporter
Department: Digital Court Reporting
Salary: $20/hr

   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602

  Email
recruiting@fljud13.org

Apply

Court Program Specialist II 

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is looking for a talented individual that can fill the role of Court Program Specialist II. 

SUMMARY:This position provides case management services for youth referred to the Juvenile Diversion Program, coordinating interventions and support services through a network of community providers. Responsibilities include managing case intake and referral processes, conducting evidence-based assessments, coordinating intake appointments, maintaining accurate electronic case records and databases, and monitoring participant progress. The position also supports diversion-related court proceedings, assists with case tracking and reporting, and ensures timely documentation and compliance with program requirements. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established policies, procedures, and program guidelines.

  • EXPERIENCE: Three years of professional, administrative related experience. Should have general knowledge of court processes and procedures.
  • EDUCATION: Bachelor degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or a closely related social science field.
  • SUBSTITUTIONS: Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year for-year basis. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school may substitute for two years of the recommended experience.

  • Conduct case intake interviews with the youth and family, conduct evidenced based assessments, refer and link youth and family to community resources by reviewing documentation and gathering case information from various sources.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and tracking of case referrals and eligibility for program participation.
  • Provide Case Management functions, review daily dockets, maintain contact with families, schools and treatment providers. Input case notes, process monthly treatment status reports, generate completion and return letters, process victim restitution payments into the case management system.
  • Truancy case management, staff cases with truancy liaison, update case management systems.
  • Process monthly status reports and generate completion and return letters.
  • Facilitate evening programs to include Teen Court.
  • Prepare files, forms and correspondence; creates and maintains record systems for efficient case management.

  • Ability to conduct interviews and evidence-based risk assessments.
  • Knowledge and experience working with community agencies and providing referrals.
  • Skilled at providing case management services.
  • Ability to work well under pressure; conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines.
  • Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
  • Ability to use discretion with confidential information.
  • Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office software.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Zoom.
  • Ability to conduct research and compose technical reports.
  • Must be adept at public speaking and have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and logically.
  • Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

Paid time off 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, participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), and 457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan. Parking subsidy may apply.

 

TO APPLY SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: 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.

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.

Posting Date: June 18, 2026
Closing Date: July 1, 2026
Classification: Staff
Title: Court Program Specialist II
Department: Juvenile Diversion Programs
Salary: $48,040.08/yr
Position: # 000133
FLSA: Excluded
Pay Grade: 30
Anticipated Vacancy: July 31, 2026
County-Funded Position

   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602

  Email
recruiting@fljud13.org

Apply