Court Case Coordinator

Pierce County; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce County District Court in Tacoma, WA, is seeking a Court Case Coordinator to support Community, Veterans, Mental Health, and other Treatment Courts through effective case management, coordination, and data-related work. This role offers the chance to contribute to evidence-based, person-centered justice by helping teams address the risks and needs of justice-involved individuals.

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication, time management, and stress-management skills, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in court administration, criminology, criminal justice, pre-law, business administration or a related field.
• Two years of experience in an administrative position requiring systems analysis and/or court operations.
• Background check required and willingness to authorize.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison for the court program.
• Maintain and monitor statistics, outcomes, and performance measures as set forth by the court depending upon the specific case coordinator.
• Make public presentations regarding the specific court division.
• Research and recommend procedural requirements on a wide variety of issues which involve the specific court division and coordinate the implementation of recommended policy changes and requirements upon approval of the Court Judicial Team.
• Assist in developing protocols and local rules.
• Monitor contract delivery of services.
• Monitor similar court programs to improve program efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Stress management

Public speaking

Policy awareness

Education

Bachelor degree in court administration, criminology, criminal justice, pre-law, business administration or a related field

Job description

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Pierce County District Court is seeking a Court Case Coordinator to support Community, Veterans, Mental Health, and other Treatment Courts through effective case management, coordination, and data-related work. This role offers the chance to contribute to evidence-based, person-centered justice by helping teams address the risks and needs of justice-involved individuals. With a strong commitment to equity, public service, and improving outcomes through therapeutic approaches, the Court provides a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Why It's a Great Department:

Pierce County District Court is committed to providing fair, accessible, and effective administration of justice while treating every individual with dignity and respect. As an independent and impartial branch of government, the Court plays a vital role in promoting respect for the law, protecting individual rights, and providing timely and equitable resolution of legal matters for the community it serves.

The Court values professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and public service. Employees are part of a mission driven organization that is focused on operational excellence, improving access to justice, and continuously enhancing services for the public. Pierce County District Court fosters a supportive and team oriented environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful work that impacts the community every day.

Pierce County District Court is a court of limited jurisdiction and hears a wide range of cases, including:

• Traffic and non-traffic infractions
• Criminal and criminal-traffic misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors
• Civil matters for damages for injury to individuals or personal property, and contract disputes no greater than $100,000
• Small claims for recovery of money not to exceed $10,000
• Name changes
• Antiharassment protection orders
• Stalking protection orders

How to be Successful in the Role:

We are looking for candidates who have some knowledge or understanding of the following: working with justice-involved veterans, domestic violence dynamics, substance use and mental health issues, and their connection to criminal activity. This role requires exceptional communication, time, and stress management as well as a focus and desire to improve outcomes for justice-involved individuals

Your Future in this Role:

You will meet with your Supervisor regularly to discuss expectations, set goals, identify priorities, and gain familiarity with current policies, procedures, and strategic measures. Pierce County offers professional development, robust online learning, direct feedback from your Supervisor, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Act as primary liaison for the court program.
• Maintain and monitor statistics, outcomes, and performance measures as set forth by the court depending upon the specific case coordinator
• Make public presentations regarding the specific court division.
• Research and recommend procedural requirements on a wide variety of issues which involve the specific court division and coordinate the implementation of recommended policy changes and requirements upon approval of the Court Judicial Team.
• Assist in developing protocols and local rules.
• Monitor contract delivery of services.
• Monitor similar court programs to improve program efficiency and cost effectiveness.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click here.

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
• A cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references are required for this position. Applications without a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
• Bachelor degree in court administration, criminology, criminal justice, pre-law, business administration or a related field, plus
• Two years of experience in an administrative position requiring systems analysis and/or court operations. Additional education or experience may substitute equally for the position requirements.
• Positions in specific court divisions may require program-related experience, education and/or training.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.