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8/16/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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

Pay Grade
10

Salary

$37,354.56 - $49,719.12 Annually

Employment Type

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

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Hiring Agency

Judicial | Court of Justice

Location

400 Park Avenue
Paducah KY 42001 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 McCracken 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:
Associate's degree 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:

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. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Statewide travel is required.
Must be able to deal with highly stressed people. Must be able to deal with substance abuse issues and
behavioral health needs.
Must 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 crystalpoloski@kycourts.net

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Headquarters

Frankfort, Kentucky

Year Founded

1792

Website

kentucky.gov

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