PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 9TH CIRCUIT- DISPOSITION SPECIALIST I - 21011439

PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 9TH CIRCUIT- DISPOSITION SPECIALIST I

Requisition No : 861989

Agency : Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title : PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 9TH CIRCUIT- DISPOSITION SPECIALIST I

Pay Plan : Public Defenders JAC

Position Number : 21011439

Salary : $42,000.00

Posting Closing Date : 03 / 25 / 2026

Job Description – Disposition Specialist 1

The disposition specialist assists attorneys in juvenile delinquency and adult criminal cases. Responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial interviews with juveniles and adults, identifying intellectual, mental health, substance abuse, and trauma issues, providing referrals to experts, obtaining records, drafting persuasive alternative sentencing and treatment plans, and identifying appropriate educational, substance abuse and mental health placements. Participate in routine multidisciplinary staffing meetings to review cases, identify barriers to client success, and refine therapeutic strategies. Investigative tasks include witness interviewing, obtaining video / photographic evidence, and evidence reviews.

Applicants must be willing to work with clients in jails and juvenile detention facilities.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health / counseling discipline and experience in social work, mental health or social service fieldwork preferred.
• Excellent verbal, computer, and communication skills required.
• Familiarity with school systems, special needs populations, and community programs and social service providers preferred.
• Bi-lingual skills : English / Spanish and / or English / Creole preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Must prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports containing findings, conclusions, and / or recommendations.
• Clean driving record, valid Florida Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance.
• Reliable vehicle; travel required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, investigators, and legal assistants, supported by strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in line with Florida Bar guidelines.

Retirement and Employee Information

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please contact FRS at 1-844-377-1888 regarding how your retirement benefits may be affected by re-employment with the State of Florida.

Equal Opportunity & Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations must notify the hiring authority in advance. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Florida statutes.

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