Second Judicial District Equal Justice Committee kicks off three-part series on 'Professional Progression in the Unified Court System'

"The panelists, whose combined service to the courts exceeds 75 years, offered in-depth insight into the structure of the court system and the wide range of positions available. Topics included how to begin a career in the courts, upcoming promotional examinations, interview preparation strategies and the skills and experience needed to successfully advance within the system. Attendees received guidance on navigating career pathways and positioning themselves for future opportunities."

"In addition to sharing professional guidance, each panelist reflected on their own career journeys, offering personal perspectives on how they entered the court system. Their candid experiences resonated with the audience and highlighted the value of persistence, mentorship, and professional growth. The interactive question-and-answer portion allowed attendees to seek clarification and advice directly from court leadership, further enriching the discussion. By creating a welcoming and informative space, the event encouraged dialogue around professional development, access to opportunity, and long-term career growth within the court system."

"Part two of the "Professional Progression in the Unified Court System" series will be a cover letter and resume writing workshop and part three will focus on interviewing skills. All three sessions of the program are open to court employees and members of the public. As stated in the welcoming remarks offered by Justice Joanne D. Quiñones, chair of the 2nd JD EJC, "With this three-part series we hope to promote diverse hiring practices and opportunities for advancement across all titles in the court system.""

Experienced court staff with over 75 years of combined service provided detailed information about the court system's structure and the diverse range of positions available. Attendees received practical guidance on starting court careers, preparing for upcoming promotional examinations, interview strategies, and the skills and experience needed to advance. Several contributors shared personal career journeys emphasizing persistence, mentorship, and professional growth. An interactive question-and-answer session allowed direct clarification and advice from court leadership. A three-part program will include resume and cover letter workshops and a session on interviewing skills, open to court employees and the public. The program aims to promote diverse hiring and advancement across court titles.

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