CISC Coordinator

The Office of Judicial Administration is responsible for the efficient administration of all agencies that operate under the direction of the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court. That includes 200 personnel; fiscal management; communication; technology; legal services; intergovernmental relations; services for the trial courts; and support for court boards, commissions, and committees. The Office is headed by Chief Administrative Officer Justin P. Forkner, who reports directly to the Chief Justice of Indiana and serves as the link between the Chief Justice and the agencies of the Court.

Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $60,000 but may be commensurate with education and/or experience.

To Apply: Please apply by April 19, 2026

This position serves as a coordinator for the Commission on Improving the Status of Children in Indiana (CISC), a three-branch statewide Commission that studies issues concerning vulnerable youth, reviews and makes recommendations concerning legislation, and promotes information sharing and best practices. The CISC’s vision is that every child in Indiana will have a safe and nurturing environment, be afforded opportunities to reach their full potential, and live a healthy and productive life.

This position provides support to the CISC through a broad variety of programmatic and administrative functions that assist in the execution of the CISC strategic plan.

• Provide ongoing support and ensure applicable reimbursement for all CISC members, as well as committee, subcommittee and task force members.
• Coordinate the CISC youth, family and caregiver community member recruitment, application, interview, and onboarding processes as assigned.
• Coordinate the CISC professional member recruitment and onboarding processes as assigned.
• Identify local (county- or city-based) collaboratives around the state focused on children and youth with whom the Commission could establish relationships.
• Provide staff support for assigned meetings, committees, subcommittees, and task forces of the CISC, including coordinating audio-visual needs, recording, and distributing minutes, preparing post meeting dispatches, and providing updates to the Executive Director.
• Assist with tracking state and federal legislation related to the status of children in Indiana.
• Remain up to date on policies and research related to the status of children in Indiana.
• Maintain assigned portions of CISC website content in a timely manner and provide continuous monitoring for the accuracy of posted information.
• Assist in planning and scheduling regular and special events and overseeing logistics of those events including audio-visual needs, catering, registration, and communications.
• Provide support in collecting information in preparation of CISC Annual Reports.
• Forecasts new tasks and objectives conducive to meeting the mission and vision of the CISC.
• Openly communicates with the Executive Director, makes regular use of supervision, and is proactive when seeking support
• Performs all other duties necessary and requested to meet the mission and vision of the CISC.

Integrity

• Exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
• Maintain personal and business affairs in a manner that ensures public confidence in the integrity, competence, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary as well as avoid situations that could lead to conflict, or the appearance of conflict

Professionalism

• Interact with all persons in a respectful manner, maintain business-like appearance, and promote harmony in the workplace
• Interact with executive branch agencies, federal agencies, and judicial officers in a manner that promotes confidence and respect in the Office of Judicial Administration

Communication

• Communicate information accurately, clearly, and confidently in both verbal and written correspondence
• Build rapport with internal staff as well as external community staff to ensure smooth operation

Time Management

• Manage time and multiple assignments with conflicting priorities and changing timelines to meet deadlines

Critical Thinking

• Objectively evaluate relevant information and develop recommendations to solve problems and think critically

Attention to Detail

• Research, coordinate, and track work to ensure all projects are completed correctly in a timely manner

Organization

• Prepare and maintain complex and confidential records in an automated system to work on numerous cases simultaneously

Customer Service

• Act as a liaison when interacting with management, staff, internal and external stakeholders to provide program specific information, answer questions, and address issues/problems raised
• Successfully diffuse elevated conversations and manage conflict resolution

Technology and Tool Usage

• Learn and adapt to new technologies within the Microsoft Suite as well as Supreme Court systems

Benefits package for full-time employees:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans;
• Wellness program (offers a premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards);
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution;
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match;
• Two (2) fully funded pension plan options;
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid new parent leave;
  • Up to 7.5 hours of paid community service leave;
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off;
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years;
• Group life insurance;
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits;
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program;
• Free Parking for most positions;
• Free LinkedIn Learning access
• Hybrid Option for eligible employees/positions
  

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Indiana Supreme Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, socioeconomic status, status as a protected veteran or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and the Indiana Judicial Code.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and will need reasonable accommodation to assist you in applying for the position or performing the essential functions of the job, the Indiana Supreme Court will provide such reasonable accommodations.