Job Description

The Second Judicial District seeks to fill a full time Treatment Courts Coordinator position. This position will serve as coordinator for two of the four treatment courts in the Second Judicial District. The four treatment courts in the Second Judicial District are: Mental Health Court, DWI Court, Veterans’ Treatment Court, Adult Substance Abuse Court.

This is responsible, professional level work which involves extensive planning and organizing. This position works collaboratively with judges and justice partners on a wide range of organizational issues such as operational efficiency, compliance with best practice standards and internal and external quality assurance. Position may take part in statewide and county work groups. In addition to being an expert on treatment court best practices, efficiency, and effective operations on a system wide basis, the position also ensures that staff is properly and thoroughly trained and operating efficiently and effectively in their respective courts.

Responsibilities include the coordination of all aspects of assigned courts, including grant management, applying for and reporting on grants, either as a secondary or primary responsibility; overseeing and following procurement processes for treatment court spending; and participating in the coordination of treatment court contracts. Gathers participant demographic and criminal case data for use in long term outcome studies and gathers other information as needed for research and evaluation needs. This position establishes/reviews court procedures and creates new forms.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Treatment Courts Supervisor, Behavioral Health Unit Administrative Manager, Civil & Behavioral Health Division Administrator, District Court Administrator, and judges following Minnesota statutes, court rules and policies, and generally accepted professional guidelines and procedures.

Work will be conducted in a hybrid environment which includes a mix of remote and in-person work at the Ramsey County Courthouse located in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, as business need requires. Access to a reliable internet connection is required for remote work.

Responsibilities

The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position.

• Serves on and coordinates treatment court teams.
• Plans, implements, administers, and monitors the daily activities of assigned treatment courts.
• Attends and facilitates case staffing meetings, court hearings and various team meetings.
• Consults with treatment court judges and supervisor on a wide range of organizational and managerial issues, including but not limited to internal and external quality assurance, compliance with recognized best practice standards and efficiency.
• Collaborates with justice partners to coordinate programs for participants.
• Coordinates expenditures for assigned courts.
• Applies for grants, completes and submits quarterly grant reports to various funders.
• Maintains databases on treatment court referrals and participants.
• Ensures that all procurement and grant policies, best practice standards, as well as other relevant policies, are followed.
• Provides coverage for other Treatment Court Coordinator and their assigned courts, as needed.
• Organizes and coordinates training for treatment providers and team members.
• Maintains cooperative relationships with team members including judges, treatment agencies, community organizations, attorneys’ offices, community corrections, social services, the Department of Public Safety, and other justice partners.
• Attends and participates in conferences, meetings, and committees as a 2nd District treatment court representative.
• Facilitates community presentations, offsite events, coordinates community service, promotes team integrity, develops community resources.
• Assists in docket development and facilitation of case scheduling and case flow.
• Prepares reports to court, state and county agencies.
• Participates in maintaining an accounting and auditing system with respect to grant funds and incentives.
• Administers evaluations, reviews client files, and conducts initial screenings to identify participant eligibility for treatment court.
• Collects and maintains relevant data including inputting into spreadsheets and case management data systems.
• Additional duties include strategic action planning for treatment courts improvement; monitoring of meeting goals, objectives, and timelines; provide monitoring and contractual service quality assurance.

Minimum Qualifications

The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, please consider applying.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Criminal Justice,
  Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field OR any combination of training and work experience within the court system, legal or criminal justice field which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities, and skills needed to successfully fulfill the duties of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish rapport with people experiencing mental health and/or chemical health issues.
• Ability to establish rapport with and manage conflicts within a diverse team of professionals.
• Ability to be called in to work on-site with short notice and ability to travel to other work locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years' experience working on a treatment court team, preferably as a coordinator.
• Experience with grant applications and grant management.
• Knowledge of programs and resources available for chemical dependency treatment and/or other mental health options.
• Knowledge of programs and resources available for specialty court ancillary services.
• Knowledge of the habits and actions of people with mental health and chemical health issues.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, courtroom or at a public counter. Work involves contact with persons who may be angry, abusive or threatening. The need to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm demeanor and high level of accuracy. Remote work must be conducted in an environment conducive to completion of tasks.

Physical Demands

Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Some assignments may require periods of extended sitting, standing or computer use.

Rate of Pay

The expected starting salary range is $31.84/Hr ($66,481/Yr) - $40.59/Hr ($84,751/Yr). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.

Instructions to Apply:

• External Candidates: Please apply for this position online by clicking the Apply Now button on this page and attach your resume and cover letter.
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ABOUT US

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Career Opportunities - State Court Administrator's Office Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 2ndHR@courts.state.mn.us The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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Questions:

Please contact Human Resources at 2nddistrictHR@courts.state.mn.us with questions regarding this position.