OCJ - Court Project Coordinator, PSC

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,704; Full time

Job summary

A judicial district in the United States is seeking a Problem-Solving Court Project Coordinator to provide operational support to various courts. This full-time position requires administrative expertise, strong organizational skills, and a master's degree in a human services field. The successful candidate will collaborate with multiple agencies, manage data collection, and support educational training for court staff. Benefits information and equal opportunity employment policies are also provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Services field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the human services field required.
• Preference for experience with adults in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Implement program activities and coordinate data collection.
• Manage interagency and community partnerships.
• Develop ARI performance reports for program approval.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of criminal justice system

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Human Services field

Job description

Job Summary and Overview

Office of the Chief Judge
Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois
Job Description
Position Title: Problem-Solving Court Project Coordinator
Business Unit: Problem-Solving Courts (PSC)
Position Classification: Exempt
Pay Grade: Grade 19
Salary: $75,704
Location: Various
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or as assigned
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
Position Closes: 12/30/2025
The Problem‑Solving Courts Project Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the judges and team members in the Problem‑Solving Courts (Drug Courts, Veterans Courts, and Mental Health Courts) currently operating in the Circuit Court of Cook County. This full‑time, limited‑duration position is fully devoted to supporting the administration and management of the Cook County Adult Redeploy Illinois (ARI) grant funded projects.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Director of Problem‑Solving Courts and PSC administration team to implement program activities and coordinate the collection of program data to meet PSC reporting requirements;
• Collaborate with a PSC administration team and third‑party vendors and partner agencies to meet program and service objectives of the PSC;
• Coordinate and manage interagency and community partnerships, including treatment providers and clinical case management providers;
• Attend scheduled court staffings and status calls;
• Monitor and maintain an accurate database of program participants from referral to termination;
• Develop monthly, quarterly and annual ARI performance reports for approval by the program agency prior to dissemination to interested parties or submission to grant funding agencies;
• Work with the Director of Problem‑Solving Courts in the coordination of ongoing education and training for PSC team members to ensure compliance with program standards;
• Meet productivity standards as established by the Director of Problem‑Solving Courts.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Human Services field required; preference to individuals licensed in Clinical Social Work or a Licensed Clinical Professional.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the human services field required; preference to experience working with adults in the criminal justice system, court operations, and/or project management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Accuracy, attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including an ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and tasks;
• Knowledge of criminal justice system, court processes and legal terminology preferred;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, online collaborative tools and overall computer skills/technical aptitude;
• Ability to act professionally and respectfully and to work independently as well as in a team to complete project tasks;
• Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with a diverse audience;
• Maintain confidentiality.

This position requires a pre‑employment drug screening and criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required screening criteria. As a Drug Free Workplace, the use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.

Information concerning the benefits for this position can be found at the Circuit Court of Cook County Employment Opportunities Page.

Office of the Chief Judge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Revised: December 2025