Drug Court Program Director

Uintah County UT; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO

Wellness program access

Job summary

Uintah County Drug Court Office seeks a Drug Court Administrator to provide strategic leadership, administrative management, and day-to-day oversight. You will coordinate across the County Attorney’s Office, law enforcement, courts, defense, treatment providers, and community partners to ensure program integrity and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma with three years in criminal justice or related fields, plus supervisory experience; a relevant degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in criminal justice, court administration, law enforcement liaison operations, or substance abuse case management; one year in a supervisory or lead capacity is required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or Public Administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day office functions for the Drug Court Office.
• Lead multidisciplinary pre-court staffing and prepare judicial progress reports.
• Manage participant intake, case supervision, and community service placement.

Skills

Interagency liaison

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or Public Administration (preferred)

Job description

Uintah County Drug Court Office seeks a Drug Court Administrator to provide strategic leadership, administrative management, and day-to-day oversight. You will coordinate across the County Attorney’s Office, law enforcement, courts, defense, treatment providers, and community partners to ensure program integrity and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma with three years in criminal justice or related fields, plus supervisory experience; a relevant degree is preferred.