Posting No. 2021095

All applicants must complete an application to be considered - those submitting resumes only will not be considered.

	Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
	Vacant Position
	Date: 03/17/2022 Posting No.: 2021095

	REVISED & REPOSTED

Position Title:	Specialist, Program Development	Position No.:	9633
Department:	Family Court Resource Services - Kansas City
Work Location:	103 N Main Building, Independence
Work Hours:	8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday (Some evenings and weekends required)
Salary:	County Paid Position - Non-exempt Grade 113 - $26.98 Hourly

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: - Hourly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY; INTERNAL APPLICANTS GO TO EPICORE ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Amanda Riley. Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.

Applications must be received by Human Resources no later than 05:00 PM on 03/24/2022

Earliest closing date on: ; Job will remain posted until filled

POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Research, recommend, implement, evaluate, and monitor the development and implementation of programming operations of various services offered by Family Court Resource Services, such as mediation, parent awareness classes, supervised visitation, victim services, and juvenile justice (JAC -Prevention and Diversion). Provide varied professional and specialized analytical assistance relative to organizational, operational, and planning issues. Participate in various research, data collection and analysis projects; formulate, implement and evaluate the results using research principles and methodology.

MAJOR TASK STATEMENTS AND REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES (Percentage of Time): (The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job; other tasks/duties may be assigned. The area to which the job is assigned will govern which duties apply. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities, work shift/schedule, facility, or department to meet business and organizational needs as necessary, including but not limited to the re-assignment of employees and positions, elimination of positions, and opening, moving, or closing of facilities and units.)

50% Provide program development services for all Resource Services programs

Develop, monitor, modify, and implement comprehensive evidence-based programming for Family Court Resource Services.

Serve as lead on projects and program development initiatives, including collecting and analyzing program data.

Initiate and create new approaches to more efficient data collection and review of Family Court Resources Services reporting systems and programs; analyze data, develop information and recommend modifications or solutions as necessary

and implement as approved.

Oversee design and production of annual reports for Family Court Resource Services.

Conduct research, studies and analyses of varied processes and programs; compile and analyze data; prepare various reports.

Respond to requests for data about programs and program outcomes from various sources

Compile and prepare a variety of reports and documents, both narrative and statistical; provide statistical evaluation of raw data.

Participate in court-wide initiatives designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the court.

Assist management in developing and maintaining logic models to illustrate and evaluate program effectiveness; set appropriate outcome measures, by setting goals and creation of strategies to reach and maintain established goals.

Respond to Director’s requests for information and analysis on specials topics and programs.

Project needs of FCRS and make recommendations to Director regarding operations and programs.

30% Provide research, evaluation services for all programming

Prepare and present oral and written evaluations and recommendations for implementation of new systems, programs, procedures or changes.

Initiates and directs specific research to provide recommendations to improve processes or programs.

Identify and evaluate community resources for possible program partnerships for referral services.

Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders (persons/groups/agencies) such as neighborhood associations, law enforcement, educational, treatment, and community agencies.

Develop brochures and publications for distribution to both internal and external partners.

Act as a Court representative with various mental health, juvenile justice and other related agencies.

Work closely with court management, staff and other various groups to coordinate efforts to effectively develop,

implement and evaluate programs for improvement.

20% Create and publish reports, marketing information, brochures, guides, tools for all Resource Services programs

Provide consultation, supportive service information and assistance to clients.

Teach parent awareness classes live and online.

Work with administration and management to develop strategies for marketing and promoting program awareness.

Research and identify grant opportunities and assist in the preparation of new grant applications as needed.

Maintain currency and competency in related theories and practices; attend required training,

Work with internal and external service providers.

SUPERVISION OF: None

SUPERVISION BY: Work is performed under the general supervision of the Unit Manager, FCRS-Juvenile Assessment Center or the Director as assigned. Work is monitored by observation, results of assignments and projects, deadlines met, and personal consultation.

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY:

Internal: All levels of Family Court staff. To provide training advice and assistance on programming services and community resource partnerships; ensure information concerning programs is updated and disseminated to staff; exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems.

External: Stakeholders (persons/groups/agencies) including but not limited to county legislature, Office of State Courts Administrator, law enforcement, school districts, mental health and substance abuse treatment providers, neighborhood associations, and the public. To serve as a liaison between stakeholders and the Court by opening lines of communication for problem solving, development and strategic issues facilitation.

PRIMARY EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS USED: Personal computer; printer/copier/scanner/fax; telephone; procedural and technical support manuals and guides; diagrams and layouts; computer generated reports.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION: Master’s degree preferred, but not required. Bachelor’s degree in Social/Human Services or law related field.

EXPERIENCE: One year of relevant work experience in non-profit or government agencies, such as developing and evaluating human services programs; data analysis; and experience in elementary, secondary or adult education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Must have strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking, and innovative problem solving skills.

Must submit to and pass criminal background check as prescribed by Courts, Sex Offender Registry check, and MO and KS Child Abuse and Neglect Checks.

All applicants for this position are subject to testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment.

Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing for illegal drug use.

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required to function at an acceptable level in the position.(This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority)

Knowledge of research methodology and statistical data collection and analysis techniques, as well as investigative research and reporting.

Skill in developing and conditioning Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, including use of formulas; skill in processing of numerical data by use of computer capability.

Skill in analyzing large masses of data.

Skill in forecasting systems needs based on data analysis.

Skill in the operation of a personal computer, standard office equipment and in the application of spreadsheet, database and word processing software.

Ability to make routine analyses and interpretations of statistical data and present analyses and conclusions with clarity and precision in written and graphic form.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare clear, complete and logical reports which are highly detailed and statistical in nature.

Ability to assess priorities and manage projects with shifting deadlines and changing priority status.

Ability to take initiative to work independently and in groups, under minimal supervision.

Ability to work and relate in a positive fashion toward individuals from diverse backgrounds and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to understand agency issues, work, and processes and to formulate communications about them through various methods to disparate audiences.

Knowledge of research procedures.

Ability to make sound decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and Court policies and procedures.

Ability to speak publicly.

Ability to coordinate and organize multiple tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work environment and facilities required to work in as well as physical demands and/or mental requirements. (This is not an inclusive list; other tasks/duties may be assigned.)

Office Environment: Mostly sedentary work.
STANDING - 10% of time – Meetings and gathering information.
WALKING – 10% of time – Meetings and gathering information.
SITTING – 80% of time – Working at the computer and meetings.
LIFTING/CARRYING – n/a
PUSHING/PULLING – n/a
VISION – Must be adequate to read and work on computer monitor and keyboard.
HEARING – Must be adequate for normal conversation with in person and telephone for conducting research and presenting training and meeting participation.
SPEECH – Must be able to speak and understand English clearly to communicate clearly; conducting research and presenting training and meeting participation .
CLIMBING/BALANCING – n/a
STOOPING/KNEELING/CROUCHING/CRAWLING – n/a
REACHING/HANDLING – n/a.
DRIVING/TRAVEL – n/a
EMOTIONAL/MENTAL FACTORS – Frequently deal with deadlines and competing priorities with a wide variety of interpersonal interactions.

THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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