Program Specialist - Western (Districts 2,3,4,5 TBD 111126)

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

Iowa

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USD 49.000 - 78.000

Tempo pieno

41 ore fa

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Excellent benefits package

IPERS retirement plan

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave

Employee discount program

Possible federal student loan repaid

Descrizione del lavoro

Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking a Program Specialist to support child welfare and juvenile court initiatives across western Iowa. The role provides regional support for programs like Treatment Courts and Behavioral Health, ensuring alignment with goals and standards.

This position is travel‑intensive and requires collaboration with judges, child welfare agencies, and community partners. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, and a commitment

Competenze

High school diploma (or high school equivalency).
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in the administration, operation, or execution of a program.
Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of 30 semester hours or academic equivalent equals one (1) year of experience.

Mansioni

Support child welfare and treatment court initiatives across assigned judicial districts.
Provide consultation, technical assistance, training, and quality improvement support to courts and partners.
Monitor data collection and reporting; ensure grant and federal compliance.
Serve as liaison to family treatment courts and partner organizations.
Communicate program updates and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Travel within assigned districts and statewide as needed.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Coordination

Budget management

Written communication

Travel readiness

Formazione

High school diploma

Two years of program administration experience

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Five years in treatment courts/related fields

Strumenti

Microsoft 365

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

The Iowa Judicial Branch, Children’s Justice in State Court Administration, is seeking applicants for a Program Specialist to support child welfare and juvenile court initiatives across western Iowa. This position provides regional support for programs such as Treatment Courts, Children’s Justice, Behavioral Health, and related initiatives, ensuring alignment with Judicial Branch goals and standards.

This position is open ONLY to permanent employees of the Iowa Judicial Branch. External candidates, including candidates in any other branch or agency of the State, are not eligible to apply.

This position supports child welfare and treatment court initiatives across assigned judicial districts. The role provides consultation, technical assistance, training, and continuous quality improvement support to courts and community partners; conducts court and program assessments; monitors data collection and reporting; ensures compliance with grant and federal requirements; and serves as a liaison to family treatment courts, committees, task forces, and partner organizations. The position works collaboratively with judges, court staff, child welfare agencies, treatment providers, and community stakeholders to advance best practices and improve outcomes for children and families involved in the court system.

The successful candidate will build strong cross-system partnerships, support multidisciplinary teams, and communicate program updates, data, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to trauma-informed, family-centered practices.

This position requires travel within assigned districts, with occasional statewide travel and some in-person or evening meetings.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with the possibility of some nights and weekends.

Location

TBD, within Judicial Districts 2, 3, 4, and 5.

This is a full-time, grant-funded position; continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funds.

What’s In It For You

Collaborative, positive professional work environment
Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the Iowa communities
Excellent benefits package
Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) plan
Employee discount program
Employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program.

The pay range for this position is $49,358.40 - $78,041.60 annually. This is a contract-covered, FLSA exempt position. The starting salary for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made if the successful candidate has relevant experience.

Position classification is determined as the ‘best fit’ of the duties assigned to and performed by a position. This position is classified as a Program Specialist as summarized below.

Summary

Perform program planning and implementation in an established program to effectively meet the program’s goals and objectives.

Examples Of Duties And Responsibilities

Perform administrative, operational, and outreach activities based on the program goals.
Coordinate related planning actions and activities to support program goals and objectives within established policies, plans, updates, or budgets.
Schedule program work, oversee daily activities, and set priorities for managing the program.
Implement program compliance measures and quality assurance, including tracking and reporting as required, to ensure program goals are met.
Conduct studies and reports on specific program metrics to guide program services.
Prepare financial statements and maintain records of program activities.
Prepare or assist in the preparation of grant requests and program funding.
Provide training and instructions as required to support the program goals.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Organizational skills and the ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively.
Ability to coordinate activities and events.
Ability to work within prescribed budget parameters.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

The Iowa Judicial Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Applicants may review the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report from the Iowa Judicial Branch website as part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with federal and state regulations. Please go to www.iowacourts.gov and click on the Careers page.

Candidates must fully complete all sections of the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the “To Apply” section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma).
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in the administration, operation, or execution of a program.

Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of 30 semester hours or academic equivalent equals one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field.
Five (5) years’ experience in treatment courts, SUD treatment, social work, child welfare, mental health, or other related human services fields.
Experience with Microsoft 365 and online meeting programs.
Attention to detail.