Family Case Manager

How to Apply

Candidates shall submit a complete and up-to-date Judicial Branch Application and a resume

found at :

https : / / vermontjudiciary.exacthire.com / job / 185795

Overview

The Family Case Manager works with parties to understand the judicial process, assists them with the completion of court documents, and facilitates discussions between the parties. The Case Manager must maintain an understanding and working knowledge of the various statutes, administrative policies, rules, and procedures related to family court operations.Work is performed with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative while maintaining an effective and cooperative working relationship with the staff, clerk and judicial officers of the court.The position is supervised by the Court Operations Manager with ongoing direction provided by the judge and magistrates of the Family Court.

The ideal candidate for the Case Manager position will bring strong professional, administrative, problem solving, and customer service skills.A high level of professionalism and confidentially is essential.This is a great opportunity for someone with professional experience in the fields of Family Services, Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, or Legal Services who is looking to have an impact in the Judicial system by becoming part of the Orleans court staff team.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work independently and effectively under time and workload demands
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and courtesy in dealing with people
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written

This is a permanent full-time position for a Family Case Manager in Newport, Vermont. This is a Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 23. Starting salary is $27.50 per hour. The State of Vermont's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.

Compensation

Starting salary is $27.50 per hour. After completion of six months original probation, this employee will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature.

Benefits

Minimum Requirements

Education : Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience : Two years or more in a judicial or legal setting above entry level

Graduate work in counseling or a related field may be substituted for the experience on a semester for six months basis. Completion of a one-year program in paralegal studies / mediation may be substituted for six months of experience.

Additional years of related judiciary experience, or experience as defined above may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a semester for six months basis.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.