Program Director - Early Settlement Southeast

Early Settlement Mediation – Southeast Program 
Pittsburg County Courthouse – McAlester, OK 
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary  
The Alternative Dispute Resolution System based out of the Administrative Office of the Courts oversees thirteen (13) 
regional Early Settlement Program offices serving all seventy-seven (77) Oklahoma Counties.  The Early Settlement 
programs are grant programs provide FREE mediation services to the courts and communities across Oklahoma. 
Mediators are community volunteers who attend a required training and complete steps to become a certified volunteer. Oklahoma has been recognized as having one of the top community-based, court-connected mediation programs in the nation! 

The Early Settlement Mediation – Southeast Program is grant funded by the Supreme Court of Oklahoma, Administrative Office of the Courts and sponsored by East Central University (ECU) with the office located in the Pittsburg County 
Courthouse, McAlester, OK.  The Program Director coordinates mediation services to the following southeastern 
Oklahoma counties: Choctaw, Haskell, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, McIntosh, Pittsburg, Pushmataha counties. The 
program has a satellite office in the McCurtain County Courthouse, Idabel, OK. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Job Duties 
• Develop a working relationship with the judges and court officials in the service area. 
• Develop public awareness of the program through correspondence, one-on-one discussions, and speaking presentations to local bar associations, civic clubs, schools, and other community organizations throughout the service area. 
• Conduct mediation sessions. 
• Recruit, train, supervise and certify volunteer mediators throughout the service area. 
• Oversee the operation of the program office located in the Pittsburg County Courthouse and McCurtain County 
Satellite office.  This includes supervision of staff, case management, scheduling, coordination of volunteer mediators, and monitoring the annual program budget. 
• Work with the State Director of Dispute Resolution and attend meetings as required. 
• Submit monthly/annual program statistics to the State Director of Dispute Resolution and the Dispute Resolution Advisory Board 
• Required to attend mediation training, including, basic civil, family, and advanced mediation, provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts.  
• Provide conflict resolution training to staff and students as requested by supervisor. 
• The job will require approximately 30% travel. 
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee. 

Omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.   

Qualifications  
• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience. 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. 
• Excellent and proven experience working in Microsoft Office suite including Excel and PowerPoint 
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, make solid judgment and problem-solve. 
• Ability to self-manage and identify areas of need and complete day-to-day activities. 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS but not required: 
• Master’s degree 
• Work experience in conflict resolution. 
• Experience with program budgets and case management. 

Licenses/Certifications 
• Must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.  
• Attend basic and advanced mediator training programs from the Administrative Office of the Courts and become 
certified in order to retain position. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
• Must have good oral/written communication skills and have the ability to handle several tasks at once.   
• Must be able to prioritize work assignments efficiently and effectively. 
• Must be a self-starter who requires minimal supervision.   
• Must have a strong work ethic and lead by example  
• Must be a professional, credible and respected representative of the institution internally and in the community 
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible 
• Ability to communicate in a courteous manner 
• Additional skills, not required but helpful, include experience in public speaking and working with volunteers. 
 
Physical Demands  
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully 
perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with 
disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands or arms.

 
The employee must be able to lift/move 25 lbs.   
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 
Frequently communicate and exchange information with others 
Frequently stand and walk throughout the facility 
Frequently reach with hands and arms; grasp and manipulate objects 
Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl 
Occasionally climb or balance, move up and down from floor level 
Occasionally perform repetitive wrist or finger movements 
Occasionally lift and move equipment weighing up to 100 pounds

Work Environment  
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while 
performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with 
disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The work environment is characterized by high noise levels from weight equipment, music, and participant activities. The facility experiences elevated temperatures and humidity, particularly during warmer months due to limited climate 
control. Regular exposure to wet conditions around pool areas is expected. 

Supervisory Responsibility  
The program sponsor, East Central University, designee will oversee the day-to-day operations and the State Director and Associate State Director of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, Alternative Dispute Resolution System, will provide program operation guidelines and provide on-going support. 

HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

This position provides direct supervision to individual contributors and offers continuous performance feedback. The 
role may also involve active participation in departmental activities to meet schedules and resolve issues as needed. 

East Central University, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital status, genetic information, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admission, employment, financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Employment Services Director, 1100 E. 14th St., Danley Hall 111, Ada, OK 74820, (580) 559-5260.

Please ensure you have completed the Equal Opportunity Data Form with your application. https://www.ecok.edu/employment-services/equal_opportunity_data_form_accessible.pdf