JUDICIAL SPECIALIST

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the position of JUDICIAL SPECIALIST.

Under the supervision of a Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for entering each day's court minutes and attending initial appearance court hearings, including, but not limited to, answering public inquiries and interacting with the Clerk of the Court, the State Attorney's Office, and the Public Defender's Office.

REQUIRED FORM

Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver (Download PDF reader). Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.

Applications must be submitted before the closing date of September 15, 2026

Note: Listed functions, duties, responsibilities, and skills are not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as deemed necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff's Office.

• Retrieves inmate files for court hearings

• Enters a variety of simple and complex court documents including, court releases, court remands, jail and prison sentences

• Researches case information from the Clerk of Court to ensure inmates case status is accurate and in accordance with their booking file

• Enters and computes jail sentence for county sentenced inmates

• Creates and distributes the daily inmate sentenced list

• Communicates with the Department of Corrections for prison sentences that may equate to time served once credit is applied

• Acts as liaison between the Clerk of Court and the Department of Corrections delivering and picking up a variety court documents and prison commitments

• Attends Initial Appearance Court, calculates inmates time served and researches detainer status for the court. Updates court docket during court proceedings

• Reviews and distributes the final docket to staff and bail bond agents

• Answers telephone calls from the public and within the agency providing routine information regarding status of inmates

• Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary in the efficient and effective performance of the position functions

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma/GED; an Associate's Degree preferred
• Applicant must have four (4) years of clerical experience; or experience working in a law enforcement, court, district attorney, corrections environment, or law office with responsibility of identifying, processing, and preparing a variety of legal papers associated with court actions
• Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of related training, education, and experience
• Applicant must be able to type 30 correct words per minute - a typing test will be administered as part of the application process
• Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one (1) year probationary period
• Applicant must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License

Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employee's duties for this position, to include scheduled work hours, required training activities, calls for mandatory overtime needs, and calls for service during times of an emergency.

Knowledge of General Orders, Policies, and Procedures with the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals;

Ability to use a variety of office and computer equipment and related software to complete job requirements. Time management skills to prioritize and process court minutes accurately in a timely manner. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to identify and analyze problems and develop effective responses and solutions. General comprehension skills to understand plans and concepts and translate such plans into actions, both verbally and in writing. Ability to efficiently organize, prioritize, schedule, and manage daily work activities, tasks, and special assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other Sheriff's Office staff members, and outside agencies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working environment for this position is in an office setting and a courtroom within the correctional facility. Work is generally performed in a sedentary position. This position generally works normal business hours. This position may have limited inmate contact.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-Some sedentary work, but some standing and walking; constant use of a computer

Lifting-Able to lift 25 pounds

Visual-Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work

Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching

Emotional/Psychological- Frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration

Special Requirements- Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. May be required to respond for any critical incident, manmade or natural. Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime

Classified Position

Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division

Sanford FL 32773
kstresen@seminolesheriff.org

407-665-6711

External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.

The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which you've applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.

Candidates must also comply with the Agency's current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy of General Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here (Download PDF reader). An applicant's tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agency's review process, even if otherwise meeting the Agency's policy.

Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division, to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background, failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description, or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office after one year from date of notification.

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families, and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally, certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.