Court Monitor- Volunteer

MISSION: The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes, and prevent underage drinking.

PURPOSE OF JOB: To serve the Court Monitoring Program, observe the court system and collect information on impaired driving misdemeanor and felony cases.

LOCATIONS:

Kendall County Courthouse: 1 position available

Winnebago County Courthouse: 1 positions available

McHenry County Courthouse: 1 position available

Lake County Courthouse: 1 position available

Will County Courthouse: 2 positions available

Macon County Courthouse: 1 position available

Sangamon County Courthouse: 1 position available

Vermillion County Courthouse: 1 position available

DUTIES:

• Attend all court monitoring trainings.
• Attend impaired driving misdemeanor or felony court cases.
• Become familiar with court room procedure.
• Collect information on misdemeanor or felony impaired driving cases and submit information to MADD staff in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: In addition to experience gained in the courtroom, interns and volunteers have unique opportunities!

• Assist with MADD’s Victim Impact Program.
• Help program outreach and event operational support at Walk Like MADD and other events.
• Cross-training with MADD community partners including: Law Enforcement, District Attorneys and other stakeholders.
• Attend and/or assist at wet labs, ride-alongs, and DUI checkpoints.
• Attend MADD Community events if available.

TRAINING:

• One on one training
• Virtual training
• Learn how to utilize clerk's office database
• Learn to read court records and data mine

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age 18 or older.
• Currently enrolled in university or college courses.
• Excellent attention to detail, listening skills, and ability to think critically.
• Respect for confidentiality.
• Background check required.
• Must not have a case pending or be convicted of an impaired driving offense.
• Access to email and phone on a regular basis in order to communicate with MADD staff member.

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED:

• Flexible schedule: Must have agreed upon hours.
• Weekly check-in meetings.
• At least a three-month commitment.
• Court Monitors will be asked to submit total hours at the end of each month.

LOCATION: All counties are located in Illinois

Lake County, Cook County (Daley Center), Will County, Macon County, Winnebago County, McHenry County, DuPage County, Vermillion County, Sangamon County.

BENEFITS:

• Flexible
• Great resume builder with a well-known organization
• Counts towards college credit
• Advocate for positive change in your community

Why MADD?: MADD offers a unique opportunity to gain real world experience. The Court Monitoring Program aims to create a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals and act as a stepping stone toward future endeavors.

Contact:

Carrie Smith, Carrie.Smith@madd.org