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JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE
MOHAVE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

September 03, 2006

The Superior Court seeks to establish a hiring register for the position of Caseflow Manager scheduled to be filled on or around January 1, 2007.  Position will perform professional administrative level work related to the management, coordination, administration, oversight and evaluation of case management activities for the purpose of improving case processing and related functions in the Superior Court.  The ideal candidate will possess strong project management, data analysis, problem solving and interpersonal communication skills, demonstrate a passion for teamwork and excellence in customer service, and will possess necessary administrative and technical experience including a working knowledge of Crystal Reports.  Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in public, business or judicial administration or related field or equivalent, and three (3) years of relevant, progressively responsible court operations, case management, records management, business systems operations, business systems development or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. 

To apply, submit letter of interest, resume, clerical questionnaire and completed Superior Court application to the address listed below.   For application materials visit www.mohavecourts.com or call 928-718-4928.  Position is open until filled; however, selection committee anticipates initial review of applications on November 8, 2006. EOE

Drug Court Coordinator
Superior Court, Kingman
Full-time benefits eligible position
$1,601.60 Bi-weekly

New position responsible for implementing and overseeing a specialty drug court program for the Superior Court in Mohave County.  Position researches and proposes staffing, equipment, facilities and operational needs; participates in budget development; works with and monitors effectiveness of treatment providers; prepares and submits grant applications; complies, analyzes and monitors data to show effectiveness of the drug court program; conducts research; prepares reports; surveys participants; develops written protocol, procedures, program literature and/or brochures.  Requires high school diploma or GED and three (3) years of relevant progressively responsible program development, monitoring, management and/or operations experience that includes one (1) year of management and supervision or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. 

To apply submit Letter of Interest, Resume and completed Mohave County Superior Court Application to Superior Court Personnel at the address listed below.  Position is open until filled; however, the Superior Court anticipates initial review of applications to commence on September 18, 2006.  EOE

Family Counselor - Mediator
(Divorce and School Peer Mediation Trainer)

Conciliation Court, Mohave County
Full-time benefits eligible position
$1,524.80 Bi-weekly 

Position is primarily responsible for the development, coordination, and facilitation of education training programs for divorce mediation and school peer mediation.  May also assist in conducting divorce mediations. Ideal candidates should possess a Master's Degree in Marriage and Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Family or Adult Education or related field from an accredited college or university (or willingness to obtain the required degree upon appointment); a minimum of 40 hours in a nationally accredited mediation training course or other relevant training organization and two (2) or more years of progressive responsible counseling, mediation and/or education-related experience.  Excellent organizational, analytical, human relations and communication skills are preferred. 

To apply submit Letter of Interest, Resume and completed Mohave County Superior Court Application to Superior Court Personnel at the address listed below.  Position is open until filled. EOE

Official Court Reporter
Superior Court in Mohave County
At-will position serving at the pleasure of a Superior Court Judge
Full-time benefits eligible position 

Lake Havasu Superior Court position vacancy expected to occur January 1, 2007
$1,765.60 - $2,043.20 Bi-weekly (Depending on Experience) plus transcript income

The Superior Court of Arizona in and for the County of Mohave is seeking to build a register of applicants from which to consider in the event of a vacancy.  Position is responsible for utilizing specialized equipment while performing professional verbatim reporting and transcribing services for all court proceedings, hearings, and conferences; reading back testimony from stenographic notes and transcripts, and replying to correspondence related to transcripts of proceedings.  The individual selected will be subject to assignment in any Mohave County court location as needed.  Requires the meeting of qualifications for standard certification and currently hold temporary certification pursuant to A.R.S. Title 32, chapter 40 and Arizona Code of Judicial Administration sections 7-206 and 7-207.  Reporting experience in trial courts is required and real time ability preferred.  To apply, submit completed Superior Court application for employment, letter of interest, and resume at the address listed below.  Position is open until filled.  EOE

Deputy Probation Officer I
Mohave County Probation Department
Varying Post & Job Site Assignments
Full-time benefits eligible position
$14.54 per hour

The Mohave County Probation Department has career opportunities available for individuals interested in providing probation services to adult and juvenile offenders. Deputy Probation Officer I’s are responsible for the supervision and investigation of adult or juvenile offenders. This involves reviewing and investigating cases, interviewing offender and families, preparing court reports and recommendations, and supervising adult or juvenile probationers.

Successful applicants must be 21 years of age and must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the behavioral or social sciences, a valid driver’s license and be of good moral character. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/ background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency), credit check, psychological evaluation, and polygraph examination. 

To apply, submit letter of interest, resume, completed Mohave County Court application for employment and completed Probation Department Supplemental Application Packet to Superior Court Personnel Office at the address listed below. Position is open continuously.

If you are applying for any position with the Mohave County Probation Department, including Juvenile Detention, the Probation Department Supplemental Application Packet must be completed and submitted with the Superior Court Employment Application.

Incomplete submissions will be returned without further review.

OPEN CONTINUOUS and OPEN UNTIL FILLED positions may be filled at any time and therefore issuance or acceptance of an application shall not be construed as incurring an obligation by the Superior Court of Mohave County.

The Mohave County Superior Court System prohibits discrimination in sex, age, national origin, race, color, religion or disability. As an equal employment and affirmative action employer, the Mohave County Superior Court System recognizes the responsibility to extend equal opportunity to all persons.

It is the responsibility of an applicant with a disability requiring accommodation in the selection process to contact the Superior Court Personnel Office at (928) 718-4928 or TDD# (928) 753-0726. With prior notice to the Superior Court Personnel Office regarding application or testing modifications, the Superior Court will make every attempt to offer reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

As a condition of employment, all prospective employees will be required to:

1. Successfully complete a drug screen performed by the County designated medical provider, generally at Court expense.  Alcohol screening is also required for prospective employees in officer or safety sensitive job classifications including but not limited to: Deputy Probation Officer, Probation Surveillance Officer, Community Work Service Coordinator, and Juvenile Detention Officer.

2. Provide at their own expense, documents establishing identity and employment eligibility; 

3. Sign a loyalty oath; 

4. Undergo a fingerprint check and criminal background investigation.  Additionally, a credit check will be required for prospective employees who are being considered for an officer or other safety sensitive position, and positions with financial accountability.

5. Individuals hired for positions requiring the operation of a Court or personal vehicle on official business must possess and maintain appropriate vehicle operator’s license; applicable endorsements, and County/state defensive drivers certification. Employees may be required to undergo competency testing, medical evaluation including drug/alcohol screening, credit check, polygraph, psychological, driving history checks, and/or background investigations as a continuing condition of employment.

For additional information about employment opportunities within the Superior Court of Mohave County visit or contact the Superior Court Personnel Office at:

401 E. Spring Street
P. O. Box 7000
Kingman, AZ 86402-7000
Phone (928) 718-4928
Fax (928) 753-8908
TDD (928) 753-0726

Employment Opportunities Webpage at:  www.mohavecourts.com or Email us at lglentz@courts.sp.state.az.us

For additional court and probation job opportunities throughout Arizona: www.whohasjobs.com.  For jobs with Mohave County Government:  http://www.co.mohave.az.us/1moweb/jobs/job.htm