What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Services Coordinator position at Worcester County Government?
JOB TITLE: FAMILY SERVICES COORDINATOR
COMPENSATION: $75,000 TO $90,000 ANNUALLY*
- (STARTING SALARY DEPENDS ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE)
JOB LOCATION: WORCESTER COUNTY COURTHOUSE, SNOW HILL, MD
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM TO 4:30 PM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY
APPLICATION PERIOD: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: OUR MAIN PAGE: WORCESTER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY: The Family Services Coordinator is a senior-level program leader responsible
for management, coordination, and delivery of services for the Family Division of the Circuit
Court for Worcester County. The coordinator is responsible for oversight of all domestic
relations cases filed in the Circuit Court, administering a large multi-year grant, and providing
direct oversight of the daily operations of the Family Services Division, including, but not limited
to, co-parenting education, self-represented legal assistance, supervised visitation, court-
ordered services, and alternative dispute resolution programs. The use of independent
judgment, discretion, and strong organizational, communication, technical, and interpersonal
skills are required. This is an “at will” position and serves at the pleasure of the Court
Administrator and County Administrative Judge. Applicants are subject to a background
check.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reviews and screens family and juvenile case filings, including to determine the needs
- Coordinates and monitors referrals in actions assigned to Family Services and makes
- Works with the Judges, Magistrate, and court personnel and the Clerk of the Court to ensure
- Reviews requests for waivers of fees and makes recommendations to Judges and
- Supervises work of Family Law Case Manager/Trust Clerk and Forensic Child Custody
- Compiles, maintains and disseminates information on available public and private family
- In collaboration with the Administrative Judge and Court Administrator, applies for
appropriate grants and funding to maintain and increase services in the division.
Administers and manages any grants awarded, including quarterly and annual
reporting, under the direction of the Court Administrator.
- Prepares and maintains annual statistical data on services and service delivery and
- Oversees and manages the court’s domestic alternative dispute resolution programs
- Participates as the Court Family Services representative on various community and
- Completes assigned tasks accurately and by established deadlines.
- Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed.
- Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or
appointed officials, and the general public using tact, discretion, sound judgment, and
professionalism.
- Complies with safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc., and works
- Knowledge of proper safety procedures and PPE utilization at all times to perform job-
- Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with record retention
- Adheres to, supports, and enforces Worcester County Government Personnel Rules &
- Other duties as assigned by the County Administrative Judge, Family Court Judge,
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Knowledge of available community-based service providers and service delivery systems for
- Experience in developing and administering court and/or family programs.
- Experience in budget and grants management.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally with judges,
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, community
- Ability to work with sensitive legal information and maintain confidentiality.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, health services, public
administration, or related field, from an accredited university, with at least 3 years of experience
in a court/legal system, family services agency, or as a program manager. Preference given for
a master’s degree in social work or psychology from an accredited university. Supervisory
experience is strongly preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public
through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical ability to effectively use and
operate various items of office-related equipment. Must have the ability to lift and carry stacks of
court files.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position is funded by a grant from the Maryland Administrative Office of the Courts
and administered as a pass-through by Worcester County for the Circuit Court.
To Apply:
Applicants must apply online at Worcester County Employment with a cover letter, resume, or
CV. Applicants can also send a completed Worcester County Employment application, cover
letter, resume, or CV to tburkhead@worcestermd.gov
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Worcester County Government Benefits Information
Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf
Paid Time Off
Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.
Medical Benefits
Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.
Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.
Retirement
All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.
Part Time Employees
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.
Extras for All Employees
All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.
For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000