Program Project Coordinator -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Morgantown (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Office of the Courts is hiring a Program Project Coordinator to oversee daily Specialty Court operations, manage case files, and ensure compliance with program requirements. The role requires coordinating with judges, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to support participant success.

This position emphasizes accurate data reporting and timely communication. Qualifications include an associate degree and at least two years of experience with high-need

Qualifications

• Associates in the education field required.
• At least 2 years of experience working with high-risk or high-needs populations or equivalent.
• Substitute education for experience allowed on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Specialty Court participants, including screenings and ongoing case management.
• Establish partnerships with community agencies to access treatment, housing, education, and resources.
• Coordinate services among judges, attorneys, staff, providers, and partners; ensure timely reporting and compliance.

Skills

Caseload management

Data reporting

Interagency collaboration

Court procedures

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Case management software

Job description

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Program Project Coordinator -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Pay Grade 10

Salary
$37,354.56 - $49,719.12 Annually

Employment Type
Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice

Location
202 E Ohio St
Morgantown, KY 42261 USA

Description

The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks. The Office of Statewide Programs, Department of Specialty Courts has an opening for a Program Project Coordinator, Region 1, located in Butler County.

The Program Project Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Specialty Court program, ensuring compliance with program requirements, policies, and procedures. This position provides case management and community supervision to participants and collaborates with judges, court staff, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to support participant success. The Program Project Coordinator manages program documentation, case files, data reporting, and grant audits. Additionally, the position serves as a liaison among stakeholders, prepares reports, and evaluates program activities to promote efficient operations and achievement of program goals. This position is responsible for timely, accurate reporting to the court and court administrative duties on an as-needed basis.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Specialty Court participants, conducting screenings, intakes, orientations, individualized case planning, and ongoing case management.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies to secure participant access to treatment, housing, education, vocational training, and other resources.
• Serve as a liaison among judges, attorneys, court staff, treatment providers, and community partners to coordinate services and support participant success.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in the case management system, ensuring documentation, reports, and files meet program and compliance standards.
• Some overnight travel is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Associates in the education field

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least 2 years of experience working with high-risk or high-needs population, including individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, or multiple barriers to success.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional relevant work experience will substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office and, or, courtroom setting and requires regular attendance onsite at the designated work location. Statewide travel is required. Required to have and maintain a valid driver's license. Required to be able to deal with highly stressed people. Required to be able to deal with substance abuse issues and behavioral health needs. Required to be able to work inside a detention center on as needed basis. Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Crystal Poloski at [e-mail]

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D