OCJ - Court Project Coordinator, PSC

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE : Problem-Solving Court Project Coordinator
BUSINESS UNIT : Problem-Solving Courts (PSC)
POSITION CLASSIFICATION : Exempt
PAY GRADE : Grade 19
Salary: $75,704

Location: Various
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or as assigned
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
Position Closes: 12/30/2025

JOB SUMMARY AND OVERVIEW
The Problem-Solving Courts Project Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the judges and team members in the Problem-Solving Courts (Drug Courts, Veterans Courts, and Mental Health Courts) currently operating in the Circuit Court of Cook County. This is a full-time, limited duration position fully devoted to support the administration and management of the Cook County Adult Redeploy Illinois (ARI) grant funded projects.

The Project Coordinator’s responsibilities include troubleshooting and monitoring court operations and achievement of project’s goals and objectives, assisting the Director of Problem-Solving with management of daily operations, assisting the team with data collection for the project, grant management, quarterly programmatic and financial reporting, and coordination of interagency and community partnerships to expand substance use disorder (SUD) and behavioral health treatment services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of the Project Coordinator include the following:

• Work with the Director of Problem-Solving Courts and PSC administration team to implement program activities and coordinate the collection of program data to meet PSC reporting requirements;
• Work collaboratively with a PSC administration team as well as third-party vendors and partner agencies to meet program and service objectives of the PSC;
• Coordination and management of interagency and community partnerships, including treatment providers and clinical case management providers;
• Attend scheduled c ourt staffings and status calls;
• Monitor and maintain an accurate database of program participants from referral to termination;
• Develop monthly, quarterly and annual ARI performance reports for approval by the program agency prior to dissemination to interested parties or submission to grant funding agencies;
• Work with the Director of Problem - Solving Courts in the coordination of ongoing education and training for PSC team members to ensure compliance program standards;
• Meet productivity standards as established by the Director of Problem-Solving .

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education: Master’s degree in Human Services field required, preference to individuals Licensed in Clinical Social Work or a Licensed Clinical Professional.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the human services field required; preference to experience working with adults in criminal justice system, court operations, and/or project management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Accuracy, attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including an ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and tasks
• Knowledge of criminal justice system, court processes and legal terminology preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, online collaborative tools, and overall computer skills/technical aptitude
• An ability to act professionally and respectfully
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team to complete project tasks
• Must be able to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with a diverse audience

• Must maintain confidentiality

This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required screening criteria.
Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.

Information concerning the benefits for this position can be found at the Circuit Court of Cook County Employment Opportunities Page .

THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Revised: December, 2025