Career Opportunities

Criminal Programs Manager

Job Location

Sarasota County

Salary

$77,000.00 salary per year, full-time Sarasota County Government position with an amazing benefits package.

Details

The Twelfth Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for a Criminal Programs Manager vacancy in Sarasota County. This is advanced level management work, responsible for supervising criminal division program managers and administrative staff as directed by the Trial Court Administrator (TCA) and Chief Deputy Court Administrator. This position is responsible for implementing, clarifying and supporting policy and procedures of assigned programs; planning, implementing and managing special projects and grants; county budget and contract management; grant research and grant reporting; performing research; analyzing data; and serving as liaison and information resource to criminal justice and social service agencies.

Job

A few of your daily responsibilities:

• Supervise managerial and administrative staff and oversee court operations for all criminal division programs within the circuit, including pretrial services and problem-solving courts
• Monitor performance of assigned court programs to ensure compliance with court policy and procedures
• Provide leadership in planning, implementing and managing projects and issues of responsibilities, including court facilities, security and maintenance
• Assist in the development of court programs, research/prepare grant documents, helping to implement new programs, etc.
• Attend community and government meetings and events on behalf of the courts to gain and share information
• Manage proactive assessments in area of responsibility; oversees audits and reviews audit findings to ensure appropriate controls are established and implemented

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Some of the skills, knowledge and abilities needed:

• Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System, including the trial court processes, problem-solving courts, pretrial services and the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of the principles of public, business and personnel administration 
• Ability to work independently and establish work priorities
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to supervise managerial and administrative staff, including preparing performance appraisals and assessing training needs
• Ability to research, analyze, recommend and implement improvements to court operations, court programs and court services
• Ability to analyze statistical data concerning court management, caseloads, inmate population and other court programs
• Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports to judges, state courts system managers, elected officials and community leaders 

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in public, business or judicial administration/management, law, or closely related field and six (6) years of related experience. A Master’s Degree is preferred.

Benefits

The Sarasota County Government benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance; supplemental insurance (cancer, disability, and accident); Florida Retirement System membership; and paid time off. Click here for more information!

Apply

Apply directly through Sarasota County Government Career Opportunities page You must complete the online application to be considered for this position. Cover letters and resumes are encouraged.