Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106081andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationPlease note that this job posting may close without notice and earlier than the closing date indicated in the posting if a suitable candidate is identified. Applicants are encouraged to submit a completed application promptly. The Office of Court Administration (OCA) is a unique state agency in the Judicial Branch that operates under the direction and supervision of the Supreme Court of Texas and the Chief Justice.
Our mission is to provide resources and information for the efficient administration of the Judicial Branch of Texas. To learn more about the OCA, visit our website.Job DescriptionPerforms moderately complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs professional programmatic work supporting the review and implementation of specialty court programs throughout Texas as defined by Texas Government Code 121.002.
The Project
Specialist works directly with judges, court coordinators, prosecutors, defense attorneys, supervision officers, treatment providers, law enforcement, peer support specialists, and other specialty court team members to carry out statewide technical assistance initiatives. The position requires significant interaction with courts throughout the state and regular travel to observe specialty court program operations.
Salary commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, temporary position that is grant funded for 12 months, and contingent upon additional funding. This is a home-based position. Travel is required up to 40% of the time.
Essential Job
DutiesConducts reviews and assessments of Specialty Courts programs to evaluate program operations, practices, documentation, and alignment with applicable requirements, standards, and established guidance.Conducts on-site and virtual program activities, including observations, interviews, document review, and analysis of program information, to identify strengths, concerns, implementation needs, and areas requiring follow-up.Analyzes and synthesizes information from multiple sources and prepares reports, findings, recommendations, summaries, and other materials to support program improvement and agency objectives.Provides technical assistance, consultation, and follow-up support to Specialty Courts programs regarding implementation of recommendations, operational practices, program requirements, and established guidance.Assists programs with identifying implementation barriers and developing practical strategies, policies, procedures, materials, and processes that support effective program operations and continuous improvement.Develops and delivers presentations, training, facilitation, guidance, tools, templates, and other resources to strengthen Specialty Courts programs and support statewide initiatives.Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with judges, court personnel, multidisciplinary team members, state and local partners, contractors, and other stakeholders, and communicates emerging issues and program needs to appropriate staff.Documents and tracks program review, technical assistance, implementation, and other project activities; collaborates with division staff to promote consistency in program practices and supports special projects and statewide initiatives as assigned.Performs related work as assigned and complies with all OCA policies.
Minimum
QualificationsGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to the assignment is generally preferred.
Experience and education may be substituted for one anoth r.One (1) year experience working with courts, court personnel, and/or civil/family/criminal justice system and court processes.Experience working with the public or providing customer service.
Preferred
QualificationsExperience working with specialty courts, treatment courts, criminal justice programs, juvenile justice programs, behavioral health programs, child welfare programs, community supervision, court administration, or related programs.Experience conducting program reviews, assessments, audits, evaluations, quality assurance activities, site visits, or similar program improvement work.Experience providing technical assistance, consultation, training, coaching, or implementation support to programs or multidisciplinary teams.Experience interviewing professionals and stakeholders for program evaluation, assessment, or quality improvement purposes.Experience interpreting and applying research-based standards, evidence-based practices, statutes, administrative requirements, or program guidance.Experience preparing written findings, recommendations, reports, policies, procedures, training materials, or other professional resources.Knowledge of Texas specialty courts and familiarity with the state and national best practice standards applicable to treatment court programs. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of specialty courts or related justice, behavioral health, treatment, child welfare, or court programs, including evidence-based and research-informed practices.Knowledge of multidisciplinary approaches to addressing participant needs, behavioral change, recovery, supervision, treatment, and related program outcomes.Skill in gathering, evaluating, and documenting information through interviews, observation, document review, data, and other sources using established criteria and guidance.Skill in analyzing program practices, policies, procedures, and operations and communicating findings, recommendations, standards, and technical guidance