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