Posting Date
11/04/25Application Deadline
11/14/25Pay Range
Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - MaxWhat We Offer
We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program. Click here to learn more!
Job Type
Unclassified - JudicialDepartment
D270 Juvenile ProbationAbout the Position
The Training Coordinator orchestrates and oversees the planning and execution of New Employee Orientation and the Detention Academy training programs. With a focus on providing a positive experience for employees who are new to the Juvenile Probation Department, the Training Coordinator delivers comprehensive training to promote positive change, and connection to the community through the use of fairness, dignity, and respect.
About The Juvenile Probation Department:
The Juvenile Probation Department of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing innovative and efficient juvenile justice services grounded in evidenced-based practices and research. These services improve the safety of our community, hold youth accountable through developmentally appropriate orientation, and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. Join our Juvenile Probation Department in its mission to promote public safety through positive change as we connect youth to the community and provide opportunities that are delivered with fairness, dignity and respect.
Position Qualifications
We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or GED
Experience:
Four (4) years of full-time professional-level experience as a trainer or training facilitator
OR
Combined Education and Experience Qualifications:
Relevant education may substitute for years of experience on a year-for-year basis
Full-time experience working with justice-involved youth or experience working directly within the Judicial Branch may substitute for the professional-level trainer or training facilitator experience on a year-for-year basis
Our Preferred Candidate Has:
Knowledge of class development in group dynamics, adolescent development, trauma-informed care, behavior management, and an understanding of Adult Learning Theories.
Experience working in a Juvenile Detention, residential placement, or other Juvenile Justice setting.
Other Requirements:
Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona Driver License by the time of hire.
Positions in Detention are subject to Tuberculosis (TB) testing. All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of new employee processing and a negative TB result prior to the start date.
Candidates will be required to successfully complete a background/reference check prior to hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Adult learning theory.
Microsoft Office applications.
Educational training theories and techniques.
Group dynamics, human behavior, and adult learning styles.
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Business English and grammar.
Skill in:
Effectively presenting information.
Being organized, analyzing information and making appropriate decisions.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
The use of computer applications including email, spreadsheets, databases, and word-processing software.
Working independently and as a team member, maintaining composure, and being effective in an environment with changing priorities.
Developing and coordinating various projects.
Ability to:
Self-motivate and work in a team or work independently.
Assess the needs of and support the mission and goals of the department.
Successfully manage multiple priorities.
Interact with small and large groups in a diverse environment.
Perform multiple tasks and prioritize well in a team environment.
Think critically, be accurate, be organized, and give attention to detail.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Communicate information and ideas, both orally and in writing, so others will understand in a way that is appropriate to the needs of the audience.
Support multiple functions and individuals with dynamic priorities.
Accurately and efficiently enter data.
Essential Job Tasks
(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)
Coordinate major components of the Juvenile Detention Academy and New Employee Orientation training program to include scheduling instructors and preparing the training catalog and materials.
Deliver training programs that impart knowledge and understanding of the Arizona judiciary and the legal process and increase the participant's understanding of the responsibilities of his or her position and its impact on the judicial process.
Deliver training programs that increase participant knowledge and use of evidence-based practices, positive youth development, and departmental policies and procedures.
Foster and promote a culture of hope and the belief that all youth can be successful, with no exceptions.
Utilize Adult Learning Theory to deliver curricula.
Design and prepare guides, manuals, visual aids, and other training materials appropriate to the class being delivered.
Conduct training for special projects and initiatives.
Consult with internal and external customers regarding training issues.
Recommend and implement appropriate solutions to challenges that arise.
Respond to customer inquiries received in person, via telephone, and by e-mail using available resources.
Assist with operational functions of the training program as needed in coordination with teammates and stakeholders.
Work cooperatively with all levels of employees within Juvenile Probation of Maricopa County, other Judicial Branch departments, and Juvenile Justice Stakeholder agencies.
Comply with training program guidelines established by Administrative Order of the Supreme Court and the JPD leadership.
Lead and/or participate in focus groups.
Working Conditions:
Work environments can include a standard office environment (office/cubicles), working from home virtually and classrooms within a variety of locations, including but not limited to: juvenile detention facilities, probation administration, and court buildings throughout Maricopa County and the state. The ability to work a variable schedule to accommodate detention shift work is required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to communicate clearly, perceive details of objects that are close by, and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, such as sitting, standing, or walking. The job may involve using hands for tasks such as typing, handling objects, or operating tools, as well as reaching with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee may be required to move or lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Additional Information
Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.
Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances.
All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant.
The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County participates in the State Retirement systems ASRS or PSPRS. As such, mandatory membership for all full-time employees includes payroll deducted contributions consistent with each retirement system's requirements. The current contribution rate for ASRS is 12.27% and the current contribution rate for PSPRS is 5.84% and up for the defined contribution plan and 8.82% for the defined benefit plan. For more information about contributions and benefits of these plans visit https://www.azasrs.gov/ or https://www.psprs.com/corrections-officer/
Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department.
The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.