Court Specialist (Corrections)

Court Specialist (Corrections)

Salary

$23.17 Hourly

Location

402 Simpson Road, Kissimmee, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

02970

Department

CORRECTIONS

Opening Date

06/01/2026

Closing Date

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Description of Duties

Position subject to close at any time

Please be advised that the Court Specialist position is required to perform the essential functions of the position within the secure confines of the jail.

Please Note: This position is eligible for Night Shift Differential Pay

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform all aspects of the release process for court ordered releases. Employees in this classification perform at journey professional level and are responsible for a wide variety of records maintenance tasks for ingoing and outgoing inmates. Work includes reviewing all paperwork for accuracy, updating inmate information in the jail management system, and processing inmate releases in a timely manner. This position interacts closely with the Judiciary, the Clerk of the Court, various levels of corrections staff, outside agencies, and the public.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Processes all court orders received from the courts; calculate, review, and update inmate release calendars; performs a wide variety of routine clerical duties processing inmate paperwork, e.g., court cases, court scheduling, sentencing, inmate files review, inmate's requests.
• Performs a wide variety of records maintenance tasks for incoming and outgoing inmates, e.g., check files for accuracy; enter and update inmate information in the automated jail management system; communicates with other agencies to provide and/or confirm information via teletype; processing inmate documents.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of detailed legal records, forms, and reports; creates and maintains the court lists for tracking all court paperwork, e.g., Initial Appearance list, Outside Court list, Video Arraignment list, Video Pretrial list; weekend inmate report.
• Review Judge's Court Dockets daily to ensure inmates are listed for upcoming court appearances.
• Works closely with the judicial system and disseminates inmate information to various parts of the criminal justice system; maintains continuous liaison with all segments of the criminal justice community; judiciary, law enforcement, community programs, the Clerk of the Court, outside agencies, and the public.
• Receives Corrections telephone inquiries and concerns from inmates and the general public; ascertaining the nature of the call and resolving personally, directing it to the appropriate individual or division, or acting as liaison to the assigned supervisor.
• Prepares files for transfers; updates the Court docket to ensure all court orders were received; sends booking reports to designated court clerks; assembles proper paperwork to send to appropriate locations; posts all information from daily court proceedings.
• Works closely with outside agencies in processing pick-up requests; works closely with Judicial Services to ensure inmates are picked up or returned to the proper destination within a timely manner.
• Activates those inmates remanded in open court into the automated jail information system; determines if the inmate is finished with individual charges; prepares and processes case closures if it is not a release from custody.
• Provide training and complete Daily Observation Reports for new employees as needed or assigned.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, Business/Public Administration, Social Services or related field.

Experience: One (1) year of Criminal Justice experience, e.g., Pretrial Release, Probation, or Inmate Records. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered.

Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Must be able to obtain FCIC/NCIC certification within thirty (30) days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Corrections administrative operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to perform routine mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to access, operate, and maintain various software applications.
• Considerable knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
• Considerable knowledge of court and case management procedures and terminology.
• Skill in reading, analyzing and interpreting professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and legal documentation.
• Skill in interpersonal and leadership communications; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and communications with defendants, social service agencies, co-workers, department management, members of the judiciary, and the general public.

Physical Demand Requirements:

• 20 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 lbs.
• If less lifting involved will require significant walking/standing.
• If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Walk, run, stop, bend, and climb stairs
• Must be able to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time
• Capable of working under stressful conditions

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.

Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

Employee

Employee + 1

Family

Health-HRA Base

$0.00

$130.46

$202.93

HRA Buy-Up

$37.60

$174.33

$271.19

Dental Base

$0.00

$12.72

$23.42

Dental Buy-Up

$3.35

$19.24

$32.63

Vision

$3.42

$6.84

$9.15

Short-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Long-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

Accruals Per Month

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

Sick Leave Accruals

Classification

Accruals Per Month

Full time employees

8 hours

Part time employees

4 hours

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank

Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program

Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave

Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System

The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program

We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "Youve Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.

01

Do you understand that the Court Specialist position is required to perform the essential functions of the position within the secure confines of the jail?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you understand that you must provide previous employment history and education information, which must be documented in this online application? (Please note that incomplete applications and just attaching a resume without completing the application will not be considered.)

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, Business/Public Administration, Social Services or related field from an accredited college or university? If so, please list the major/concentration and attach a copy of the degree. (Please Note: Official Transcripts will be required if selected for the position.) (Education must be demonstrated in the "Education" section of the application) If no, list N/A.

04

List the number of years AND briefly explain your professional Criminal Justice experience in the fields of Pre-Trial Release, Probation and/or Inmate Records? (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A

05

Do you possess a FCIC/NCIC Certification?

• Yes
• No

06

If you do not possess the FCIC/NCIC certification, are you able to obtain it within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess a valid Drivers License? If so, what state?

08

Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you electing to claim Veterans Preference? (If electing to claim Veterans Preference, please make sure to complete the Veterans Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Osceola County

Address 1 Courthouse Square, Suite 4200

Kissimmee, Florida, 34741

Phone 407-742-1200

Website http://www.osceola.org