Guardian ad Litem Program Supervisor

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; Davidson (NC); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a GAL Supervisor to manage abuse, neglect, and dependency cases. You will train, supervise, and support guardians ad litem, coordinate court appearances, and ensure accurate documentation for court reports.

You will travel within the district, conduct case reviews, and maintain files per state policies while guiding volunteers toward favorable outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or management, public administration, criminal justice, prelaw, or human services.
• One year of office or business experience required.
• Management prefers strong skills in management, organization, data management and analysis, and case management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate training for prospective child advocate volunteers (GALs).
• Review juvenile petitions and assign cases to guardians ad litem.
• Triaging cases without volunteers by investigating issues and interviewing relevant parties.
• Manage appointment and release orders for volunteers, staff, and the program.
• Track case assignments and develop strategies in consultation with the District Administrator.
• Support the attorney advocate by ensuring documents and court reports are prepared.
• Enter records in Enterprise Justice and other systems as required.
• Supervise child client cases with or without volunteers and coordinate court dockets.

Skills

Management

Organization

Data analysis

Public speaking

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or management, public administration, criminal justice, prelaw, or human services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Enterprise Justice

Job description

North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a GAL Supervisor to manage abuse, neglect, and dependency cases. You will train, supervise, and support guardians ad litem, coordinate court appearances, and ensure accurate documentation for court reports.

You will travel within the district, conduct case reviews, and maintain files per state policies while guiding volunteers toward favorable outcomes for children.