Mediation Services Coordinator - 22010458

Mediation Services Coordinator - 22010458

The essential function of this position is to coordinate and administer court mediation programs. The position is responsible for scheduling and supervising staff and/or volunteers, coordinating and administering court mediation services, managing continuing mediation programs for volunteer mediators, serving as liaison/information resource, reviewing files referred to mediation, maintaining records of mediated cases, and performing related administrative functions, including reporting. The position works under general supervision of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Director. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts mediations, facilitating discussion of issues between involved parties for court referred cases to facilitate resolution.
• Coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Small Claims mediation programs in Bay, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington counties and assists, as needed, in other counties.
• Maintains accurate records of files reviewed, cases mediated, mediation outcomes, fees collected and monies paid out to contractors. Responsible for reporting in the Uniform Data Reporting System.
• Responds to inquiries from the judiciary, court staff, attorneys and the public regarding mediation programs of responsibility.
• Attends or conducts staff and other professional meetings to exchange information; attends technical or professional workshops or seminars to improve professional skills.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, law, or a closely related field.

Four years of related experience, including two years of supervisory experience.

Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis; excluding supervisory experience.

Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis.

Special Comments

To be considered for the position, all applicants must:

• Submit a complete and accurate application profile, which includes essential information such as dates of service, reasons for leaving, and other qualifications.
• Ensure that all employment history and detailed information about work experience are included in the application. This should encompass military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, and any other relevant experiences, as well as explanations for any gaps in employment.

• The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory level II criminal background check.

• This position requires appropriate mediation certification, with preference given to applicants who are certified as a mediator or have the ability to be certified in county mediation within 180 days, and family mediation within one year of employment at their own expense.

Please note that applicants who do not provide all the necessary information will not be considered for this position.

Benefits

The Florida State Courts System offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized Health insurance plan, optional enrollment in Life, Dental, and Disability insurance plans, and paid term life insurance.

How to Apply

Submit a current and complete online State Employment Profile Application through the People First State of Florida Jobs website, view the State Courts System page at jobs.myflorida.com/go/State-Courts-System/2814300/

For additional information about this job, please contact Angelica Livingston by phone at 850-767-3550.

An application must be submitted for the position listing the appropriate class title and position number for which you are applying. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. When using the People First State of Florida Jobs website to apply and assistance is needed with using the system, contact the People First Service Center by phone at 1-866-663-4735.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the contact information indicated for each respective position.

Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.