1st District Family Court Services Manager

Position Title: First District Family Court Services Manager

Effective Date: May 2026

Salary Grade/Range Grade 15/16: $73,861 - $90,569

FLSA Status: Exempt – Administrative

EEO Job Category: Professional

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General Position Summary:

The District Family Court Services Manager promotes timely and effective resolution of court cases involving children and families in accordance with Chapter 14 of Title 32 of the Idaho Code. The position implements and oversees the coordinated family court services plan, conducts quality assurance of court mandated services, maintains data on services provided to litigants, and coordinates the delivery of a wide array of court services to children and families involved in family court proceedings in a manner that is least adversarial and least intrusive to the family.

The District Family Court Services Manager acts under the direction of district Trial Court Administrator and receives policy guidance from the Idaho Supreme Court and its Administrative Office. The District Family Court Services Manager works to implement effective courts services, including best practices in case management, in the areas of Domestic Relations, Domestic Violence, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Child Protection, and Court Assistance. The District Family Court Services Manager may supervise related district court personnel at the direction of the Trial Court Administrator.

How We Work:

The Administrative Office of the Courts is committed to supporting the mission of the Idaho Courts using an approach that aligns strategy, work, and capacity. This approach empowers our employees to respond quickly and efficiently to meet the needs of our customers: citizens, courts, judges, employees, and other stakeholders. We believe in continual improvement of our services and products to better serve and support our customers and the evolving environment. Court employees are future-focused, take initiative, and are personally responsible for work delivery and professional growth. Our leaders are committed to professional development and growth of employees by empowering and supporting motivated individuals; providing clarity and focus for projects; giving those individuals the environment and support they need; and fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, learning, trust, and shared accountability.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: (The examples provided do not cover all of the duties which the incumbent of this position may be required to perform.)

Direct Service Responsibilities:

• Facilitates, oversees, and enhances district wide parent education and mediation orientation programs;
• Completes/provides oversight for case management screening;
• May conduct evaluation or assessment of individuals referred to family court and make recommendations to judges;
• Screens applications for district service funding and determines eligibility;
• Explains family court service policies and procedures to litigants;
• Provides direct services including but not limited to assistance with parenting plan agreements and parent education to litigants;
• Provides consultation to court connected service providers in the district and recruits and coordinates supervised visitation services;
• Communicates changes to programs, policies, and procedures to providers as well as other court staff including trial court administrators and judges;
• Develops and maintains cooperative relationships among other justice agencies, court-connected service partners and community agencies;
• Identifies any issues or areas of concern and develops recommendation to solve problems;
• Participates on various committees to develop, update, and promote services;
• Maintains updated community resource information for judges and litigants;
• Maintains and prepares files, documents, brochures, and data on programs and services as required;
• Develops and maintains district rosters of service providers.

District Wide Responsibilities:

• Implements statewide best practices, policies, and procedures throughout the district as directed;
• Develops and maintains district budget related to Children and Families in coordination with the Trial Court Administrator;
• Coordinates district grants, reviews services, and provides reports and data as necessary;
• Evaluates district family court services provided and recommends improvements;
• Works with statewide managers, court coordinators, service providers, and other agencies on the delivery of services to litigants and to develop and implement new services;
• Coordinates and conducts training for program staff and service providers; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Idaho Courts reserve the right to consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the major responsibilities of the position.

Grade 16: Clinical Qualifications

Provides clinical supervision, direct services, mediation, and continuing education for providers and staff.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field;
• Current or eligibility for professional licensure in the State of Idaho (e.g., LMSW, LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Four years of experience providing assessment, evaluation, counseling or treatment to clients, preferably children and families;
• Experience working with the court system, administration, and supervision preferred;

Grade 15: Non-Clinical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field;
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in family court services, court administration, child and family services, or a related justice or human services environment;
• Demonstrated experience in program development, implementation, coordination, or oversight of court-connected or community-based services;
• Experience working within or closely with the judicial system, including judges, court administrators, service providers, or multidisciplinary teams;
• Experience working with the court system, administration, and supervision preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the civil and domestic assault and battery criminal justice system model;
• Knowledge of family court rules and national standards for evaluation;
• Knowledge of grant management;
• Knowledge of governmental budgeting;
• Knowledge of modern social service practices;
• Knowledge of individual, group, and family behavior and appropriate decision making;
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques;
• Knowledge of the Idaho Court System and of problem-solving courts;
• Knowledge of mediation and facilitation techniques;
• Knowledge of methods of program development, implementation and evaluation;
• Knowledge of adult learning methods;
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and procedures;
• Skill in coordinating services and collaborating with a variety of people to meet deadlines and goals;
• Ability to prepare and present information to groups;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to make sound decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and established policies;
• Ability to negotiate, problem solve and develop consensus among numerous stakeholders.

The Idaho Supreme Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to the values of fairness, integrity, independence, and respect. We are committed to fair and impartial processes, both in our courtrooms and in our employment decisions, adhering to all applicable federal and state laws. Our commitment extends to fostering an environment that respects the dignity and worth of every person and the individuality of all employees and applicants. The Supreme Court values all who contribute to the mission of providing access to justice through merit, experience, and the highest legal and ethical standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,861.00 - $90,569.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person