State of Florida
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT- CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER - 21012964
State of Florida, Marathon, Florida, United States, 33050
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT – CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER
Requisition No: 867030
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT – CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER
Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm.
Position Number: 21012964
Salary: $50,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 01/09/2026
Application Process
Navigate to
www.guardianadlitem.org
and click the “Career Opportunities” icon.
Select the link “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here.”
Complete the mini job application and attach your current resume.
Choose MONROE COUNTY as the job location.
Alternatively, email the mini application and resume directly to
C16.Apps@gal.fl.gov
(covers Key Largo and Marathon in Monroe County).
About The Organization And The Opportunity The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award‑winning, state‑funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child‑centered representation. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multidisciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing volunteer guardians ad litem.
Benefits Of Working For The Guardian Ad Litem Office
State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or Investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
State group insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance
Flexible spending account
Nine paid state holidays each calendar year
One paid personal holiday each fiscal year
Thirteen paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year
Thirteen paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year with an increase after five years
State‑provided life insurance of $25,000 at no cost; additional coverage may be purchased
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
State tuition waivers
Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board
No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
No mandatory night, weekend or holiday scheduled work
About The Work The Child Advocate Manager performs consultative, administrative, and advocacy activities and may supervise volunteer guardians ad litem.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, management, the Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, law enforcement, and more.
Oversee the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers.
Gather and document independent pertinent case information.
Provide best‑interests advocacy recommendations to the team, the court, and child welfare partners.
Prepare written reports to the court.
Provide testimony to the court.
Attend internal and external case‑related hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staff meetings, and other meetings.
Visit and contact assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools, and service providers.
Utilize the organization’s database and reporting systems.
Participate in internal and external training, meetings, and conferences.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Self‑motivated and achievement oriented.
Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development.
Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.
Ability to effectively interact with and influence people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy, and maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent oral, written, and computer literacy skills.
Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations.
Ability to coach, instruct, and motivate volunteers.
Knowledge of case management, social support services, and child development concepts.
Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health.
Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.
Knowledge of Florida statutes relating to child welfare and protection.
Education and Experience Requirements
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science; prior experience may satisfy the degree requirement.
Two years of experience in a child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, people‑management, or volunteer‑supervising program is desired but not required.
Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful.
All individuals hired after February 1 2020 must obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification from the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date and maintain certification during employment (agency pays certification costs).
(The Executive Director or designee may grant an exception for the required education and experience.)
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) should check with the FRS at 1‑844‑377‑1888 regarding potential impact on benefits if re‑employed with the State of Florida.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center (1‑866‑663‑4735) in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing per Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Administrative
Industries: Government Administration
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Application Process
Navigate to
www.guardianadlitem.org
and click the “Career Opportunities” icon.
Select the link “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here.”
Complete the mini job application and attach your current resume.
Choose MONROE COUNTY as the job location.
Alternatively, email the mini application and resume directly to
C16.Apps@gal.fl.gov
(covers Key Largo and Marathon in Monroe County).
About The Organization And The Opportunity The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award‑winning, state‑funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child‑centered representation. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multidisciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing volunteer guardians ad litem.
Benefits Of Working For The Guardian Ad Litem Office
State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or Investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
State group insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance
Flexible spending account
Nine paid state holidays each calendar year
One paid personal holiday each fiscal year
Thirteen paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year
Thirteen paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year with an increase after five years
State‑provided life insurance of $25,000 at no cost; additional coverage may be purchased
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
State tuition waivers
Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board
No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
No mandatory night, weekend or holiday scheduled work
About The Work The Child Advocate Manager performs consultative, administrative, and advocacy activities and may supervise volunteer guardians ad litem.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, management, the Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, law enforcement, and more.
Oversee the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers.
Gather and document independent pertinent case information.
Provide best‑interests advocacy recommendations to the team, the court, and child welfare partners.
Prepare written reports to the court.
Provide testimony to the court.
Attend internal and external case‑related hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staff meetings, and other meetings.
Visit and contact assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools, and service providers.
Utilize the organization’s database and reporting systems.
Participate in internal and external training, meetings, and conferences.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Self‑motivated and achievement oriented.
Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development.
Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.
Ability to effectively interact with and influence people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy, and maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent oral, written, and computer literacy skills.
Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations.
Ability to coach, instruct, and motivate volunteers.
Knowledge of case management, social support services, and child development concepts.
Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health.
Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.
Knowledge of Florida statutes relating to child welfare and protection.
Education and Experience Requirements
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science; prior experience may satisfy the degree requirement.
Two years of experience in a child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, people‑management, or volunteer‑supervising program is desired but not required.
Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful.
All individuals hired after February 1 2020 must obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification from the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date and maintain certification during employment (agency pays certification costs).
(The Executive Director or designee may grant an exception for the required education and experience.)
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) should check with the FRS at 1‑844‑377‑1888 regarding potential impact on benefits if re‑employed with the State of Florida.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center (1‑866‑663‑4735) in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing per Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Administrative
Industries: Government Administration
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