Specialty Courts Project Coord -Administrative Office of the Courts

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a Specialty Courts Project Coordinator in Franklin County with location variation. This role provides high‑level coordination and operational support for statewide department initiatives and strategic projects, leading planning, timelines, and cross‑agency communications.

Requirements include an associate degree and at least two years in criminal justice or related fields, with no virtual work authorization.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field.
• At least two years working with or within criminal justice, judicial, and/or legal systems.
• Substitution rules allow education or work experience to substitute for minimum requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee statewide department projects and initiatives from planning through completion.
• Develop project timelines and work plans, deliverables, and implementation strategies.
• Monitor progress, identify barriers, and communicate status updates to leadership.
• Oversee department platforms and perform related administrative tasks.
• Review materials for accuracy and quality; support training initiatives as needed.
• Coordinate communication among staff, leadership, judicial partners, and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, tracking tools, and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and statewide consistency.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 10/25/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID: 2605522

Specialty Courts Project Coord - Administrative Office of the Courts

Pay Grade: 10

Salary: $37,354.56 - $49,719.12 Annually

Employment Type: JUDICAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Judicial | Court of Justice

Location: Location Varies, 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.

We provide the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, healthinsurance and a retirement plan.

Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we're committed to fair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. We also promote a healthy work/life balance.

The Office of Statewide Programs, Department of Specialty Courts has an opening for a Specialty Courts Project Coordinator in Franklin County but location varies.

This Specialty Courts Project Coordinator provides high-level coordination and operational support for statewide department initiatives and strategic projects. The position leads project planning and execution, monitors timelines and deliverables, ensures accuracy and quality, facilitates effective communication, and supports statewide operations and training efforts as needed. This role requires strong project management, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and advance department initiatives with professionalism and accountability.

Examples of Duties or Responsibilities of This Classification

• Coordinate and oversee statewide department projects and initiatives from planning through completion.
• Develop project timelines, work plans, deliverables, and implementation strategies. Facilitate and coordinate project meetings as requested.
• Monitor project progress, identify barriers, and communicate status updates and recommendations to leadership.
• Oversee department platforms and conduct administrative tasks related to platforms
• Review and edit project materials, documents, and deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Support training initiatives through content development, training facilitation, and other responsibilities as needed.
• Review project materials, documents, and deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration among department staff, leadership, judicial partners, andexternal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, tracking tools, and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and statewide consistency.
• Coordinate meetings, workgroups, and project-related activities, including agendas, materials, and follow-up.
• Assist with statewide operational needs and special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least two (2) years working with or within criminal justice, judicial, and/or legal systems.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional related education or work experience will substitute for the minimum requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional related education or work experience will substitute for the minimum requirements on a year-for-year basis.

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

Working Conditions

This position operates in a dynamic environment supporting both field and office-based staff. The role may require flexibility. Work is usually in an office setting. Must have valid driver’s license. 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 Elizabeth Nichols at [e-mail]

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D