Program Specialist V (Job 2784) - Arizona Supreme Court

JOB TITLE:
Program Specialist V

JOB #:
2784

DIVISION:
Administrative Services

HIRING SALARY:
$58,289.00 annualized

CLOSING DATE:
All positions are open until filled.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM:
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a detail-oriented individual to perform high-level administrative duties for the Commissions on Appellate and Trial Court Appointments (JNC) and Judicial Performance Review (JPR), as assigned by the JNC/JPR Program Manager. The main responsibilities of the position include oversight of the process involved in nominating applicants for judicial office and the process of reviewing the performance of judges that are appointed under merit selection; coordinating meetings, drafting minutes, and policies and procedures adopted by the Commissions. This position also assists in coordinating the JPR Conference Team process, administers the annual process for the appointment of judges pro tempore, as well as prepares individual pro tempore administrative orders, and conducts background checks on JNC applicants. Additional functions include recruiting, screening, and coordinating the appointment of volunteers to serve on Supreme Court committees and commissions.

Other responsibilities include program planning, project management, monitoring, and evaluation; data analysis, public information activities, including website design and maintenance; policy development and maintenance; and developing and conducting training of volunteers.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid-telework schedule once the employee has completed three (3) months of employment and has sufficiently proved their ability to perform assigned tasks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field. Directly related experience may substitute for the degree requirement. In addition, this position requires four years of related experience in progressively responsible positions. Other requirements include highly effective communication and project management skills, the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of professional people associated with the legal system and government entities, demonstrated judgment in disseminating information and handling personnel matters; proficiency in detail orientation; and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Travel level: up to 20%. This position requires in-state travel, including occasional overnight travel.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include first and/or second-round panel interviews. This is a Regular, Full-time, Exempt position.

BENEFITS:

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

RETIREMENT:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.