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Judicial Educational Directors

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 3: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union County. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Operations Division Manager), would provide training to clerks and maintain transcription records and equipment, Will assist with records retention and facilities issues as necessary. Maintain database of transcription files and process them. Troubleshoot and install recorders throughout vicinage. Maintain tape inventory and provide accounting of location. Copy tapes as requests are made by attorneys and the public. Must communicate Judiciary Policy to litigants, judges, attorneys, court personnel, and outside agencies. Maintains confidentiality protecting the integrity of the courts and the best interest of both internal and external customers. Maintain good customer relations. Conducts training sessions and coordinates video recordings. Develops policies and procedures to ensure efficient court or unit operations. Plans and implements projects or programs as the need develops. Keep abreast of current trends, laws and rules. Evaluates program performance in accordance with established policies or procedures. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of professional experience in the area of program evaluation, development or analysis, or program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Salary: $40,065.63 - $64,984.27. (2005)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic Vicinage, Human Resources Division. Summary: The Human Resources Division is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its team. The selected candidate, under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Human Resources Division Manager) or his designee, will be solely responsible for meeting the raining needs of the vicinage. Duties: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting annual detailed needs assessments; developing original training programs and/or making significant modifications to existing training curriculum; surveying and recommending training classes for certified courses; researching and networking to elicit trainers with specialty relative subject matter areas; recommending, developing and implementing training tools and technologies; developing and maintaining training database; developing and maintaining vicinage training library; building and maintaining a relationship with senior and middle managers, providing technical advice/assistance as needed; acting as internal consultant; participating in team development activities; evaluating program effectiveness; performing other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in conducting training sessions or orientation programs, implementing projects or programs, assessing individual or group training needs, or developing communication plans within or outside an organization. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $53,118.25 - $82,783.31. (2005)

DIRECTOR – BOARD OF BAR EXAMINERS: Board of Bar Examiners, Madison, WI. Duties: In this important role the Director has overall responsibility for the bar admissions and mandatory continuing legal education (CLE) programs, serves as counsel to the Board, acts as liaison between the Board and government agencies and law schools, and manages the Board’s office, budget and staff within established guidelines. Qualifications: Qualified candidates will possess a blend of legal and administrative experience, to include: (1) A law degree from an accredited law school and eligibility for admission without examination to practice law in Wisconsin; (2) Five years experience as a lawyer, legal administrator or comparable experience; (3) Demonstrated management skills; (4) Exemplary oral and written communications skills. Preference will be given to candidates with: (1) Administrative experience in a legal setting that involves multiple complex issues and (2) Familiarity with computer database systems and systems development. Salary: $50,549. (2005)

PROFESSIONAL TEMP-SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER: Mohave County Probation Department, Juvenile Detention, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Performs professional advanced journey level work involved in the planning and coordinating of special education program activities and developing group and/or individual education plans. Also monitors the special education program and ensures compliance with established federal, state and local policies, procedures, regulations and requirements with regular contact with departmental personnel, private and public agencies. This is a twelve month position. Qualifications: Requires current Arizona teaching certificate and Special Education Certificate or ability to obtain the same. Salary: $16.03 - $17.67/hr. (2005)

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, JUDICIAL EDUCATION: District of Columbia Courts, Washington, D.C. Summary: Incumbent is responsible for developing, managing and implementing a comprehensive program of education and training for the judicial officers of the D.C. Court of Appeals and the D.C. Superior Court. Duties: In conjunction with the Judicial Education Committee, performs assessment, analysis and regular updating of judicial training needs through the development and provision of educational programs provided by incumbent, by contract, or through programs of other institutions, identifies and utilizes outside resources as needed, including educational and judicial organizations, consultant faculty, invited judicial experts and consultants, published materials and technology, evaluates in-house programs and those conducted by other judicial training organizations nationwide to ensure excellence in delivery, design and content of the Center’s programs. Implements web-based and distance learning opportunities, provides assistance and support to educational and training efforts initiated by other staff within the Courts, as well as multi-disciplinary conferences and training that include judges, maintains knowledge of and provides timely information to judges and others regarding nationwide training opportunities, assesses changes in law, practice and administrative procedures for their impact on training and education needs, monitors judicial education budget, and assists in development and updating of bench books. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in education, court administration, public administration, human resources management or a related field, plus six years of senior level management experience in planning, administering and evaluating judicial education and training programs in a court or related adult education environment. A law degree or other advanced degree preferred. Salary: $88,369 - $114,882. (2005)

SENIOR EDUCATOR: AOC, Olympia, Washington. Summary: Responsible for coordinating, organizing, and delivering judicial education programs and products to the Washington State Judiciary. Works under the direction of the Judicial Education Services Manager to develop, coordinate, and deliver judicial education programs and products. Holds decision making responsibility within the specific areas of expertise. Position may perform project or program lead responsibilities as assigned. Duties: Assigned to a senior advisory role to judicial education committees in planning, developing, conducting, delivering, and evaluating education programs and products. Coordinates education committee meetings and programs in cooperation with advisory committees, and the Administrative Office of the Courts. Provides support and assistance to judicial advisory committees in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of education programs consistent with established standards and requirements for judicial education. Develops procedures for judicial education programs and interprets policy and procedures to advisory committees and program participants. Develops, coordinates and evaluates curricula, courses, and educational materials using both traditional teaching methods and those available through ever-changing technology. Works with faculty to develop and deliver effective programs to the target audience. Provides consultation/instruction to advisory committees and contract faculty regarding educational theory and methods for inclusion in judicial education programs. Prepares reports, analyzes information, and conducts basic research as requested by the Judicial Education Services Manager. Assumes lead responsibility for special projects and programs as requested by the Judicial Education Services Manager. Maintains Judicial Education Services program files and records. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education or closely allied field. Five years of project or program management experience. Two years or more of full-time experience teaching/training adults. Two years or more of experience in curriculum development. Nine years or more of direct working experience in coordinating, delivering, and evaluating educational programs/services. Combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge and global understanding of court business operations and/or JIS applications.

DIRECTOR, JUDICIAL EDUCATION: (General Description) (Position has state-wide responsibility) Summary: Directs the statewide administration of judicial education for both judicial and non-judicial staff. Duties: Plans, organizes, and directs subordinate personnel involved in developing, implementing, and maintaining court staff education. Assures adequate programming is offered for all court staff, directs program staff and budget to assure effective planning and implementation of educational events, staffs related committees, develops short and long term goals and advises management on educational trends and issues. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and eight years experience in the management of adult education programs. An advanced degree and court knowledge is preferred. Good presentation skills and thorough knowledge of adult education principles and techniques, curriculum development, and supervisory techniques and practices.

CHIEF OF COURT EDUCATION: Court Education Section, Florida Office of the State Courts Administrator. Summary: The position is primary staff to the Florida Court Education Council and responsible for managing the Florida Court Education Trust Fund. Duties: The Chief of Court Education directs work of fifteen staff, including attorneys, and other professional and administrative support staff. The incumbent oversees budget planning, directs curriculum development, determines workload distribution, conducts employee performance planning and review, manages and develops contracts and grants, conducts intra-office liaison with other divisions of the Office of the State Courts Administrator, assists with legislative liaison related to annual legislative budget request; and is a member of the OSCA management team, supporting the State Courts Administrator and the Deputy State Courts Administrator, directory reporting to the Deputy State Court Administrator, in achieving operational and policy objectives. Qualifications: The position requires graduation from an accredited law school, admission to The Florida Bar and ten years of experience in the practice of law, including five years progressively responsible managerial experience. Applicants should possess extensive knowledge of adult education theory and best practices and have prior experience as educational curriculum and program planners, with preference given to those who have experience in the field of judicial branch education. A Master's degree in Education may substitute for two years experience in judicial or legal education. Salary: $70,920. (2005)

CHIEF OF COURT EDUCATION: Florida Supreme Court, Tallahassee, FL. Summary: The position is primary staff to the Florida Court Education Council and responsible for managing the Florida Court Education Trust Fund. Duties: Directs work of fifteen staff, including attorneys, and other professional and administrative support staff, oversees budget planning, directs curriculum development, determines workload distribution, conducts employee performance planning and review, manages and develops contracts and grants, conducts intra-office liaison with other divisions of the Office of the State Courts Administrator, assists with legislative liaison related to annual legislative budget request; and is a member of the OSCA management team, supporting the State Courts Administrator and the Deputy State Courts Administrator, directory reporting to the Deputy State Court Administrator, in achieving operational and policy objectives. Qualifications: A Master's degree in Education may substitute for two years experience in judicial or legal education. The position requires graduation from an accredited law school, admission to The Florida Bar and ten years of experience in the practice of law, including five years progressively responsible managerial experience. Applicants should possess extensive knowledge of adult education theory and best practices and have prior experience as educational curriculum and program planners, with preference given to those who have experience in the field of judicial branch education. Salary: $70,920. (2004)

JUDICIAL EDUCATION MANAGER: Washington State Office of the Administrator for the Courts, Olympia, WA . Summary: The Judicial Education Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the Judicial Education Section which involves planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the activities of the section. Duties: Specific responsibilities include coordinating educational planning, curriculum development, implementation and evaluation, conference planning, development, implementation and planning, long and short term planning, budgeting, and supervision of three professional staff. Qualifications: (minimum): Master's degree involving major study in education or education specialty or closely allied field and five years of educational program management experience, including two years of curriculum development and two years of supervisory or project management experience. Additional relevant experience will substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Qualifications: (desirable): Two years of teaching or training experience. Annual salary range: $48,300 - $61,836. (1998)

DIRECTOR OF JUDICIAL PROGRAMS: Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts seeks highly responsible professional to administer judicial program support and evaluation activities for the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania.  Duties: Successful candidate will: establish effective working relationships and lines of communication among diverse constituencies; plan and direct judicial program operations in PA's minor and trial courts; develop, design and implement new and existing judicial management programs; and serve as the initial contact for judicial branch staff at the county level.  Qualifications: MS in public administration, management, criminal justice or related field, and 7 years of responsible experience in court or justice system administration, to include three years of managerial experience; or combination of equivalent education and experience.  Periodic travel throughout PA.  Individual must demonstrate: extensive knowledge of complex judicial system operations, PA's functions and structures preferred; unique ability to establish consultative relationships within state and local government; excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to analyze complex issues and manage multiple projects simultaneously; and proficiency with PC's.  Outstanding quality of life in South Central Pennsylvania.  Competitive salary and excellent benefit package. (1998)

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Indiana Judicial Center, Indianapolis, Indiana.  Summary: Applications are solicited for an opening as Executive Director of Indiana ’s center for judicial education, research, and training.  The Judicial Center serves as the staff for the Judicial Conference of Indiana and provides services and training to some 400 trial and appellate judges and over 700 probation officers.  The Center staff organizes conferences for judicial education, trains and tests probation personnel, conducts legal research for trial judges, staffs committees of the Judicial Conference for projects on court reform, and assists in legislative relations.  Recent legislation will prompt expansion of the Center’s functions.  The Executive Director oversees a staff soon to be about fifteen and a budget of approximately $1.5 million.  Salary will be in the high five figures, commensurate with qualifications.  The successful candidate will be a lawyer or judge with energy and ingenuity, demonstrated commitment to judicial education, and a high vision of the judicial craft. (1997)

JUDICIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR: Office of the State Courts Administrator, Jefferson City, Missouri.  Duties: plan and coordinate all aspects of training as approved by a supreme court committee; design curriculum, arrange facilities, locate and coordinate appropriate faculty, and provide assistance to faculty on current methods and technologies to present effective learning materials; manage the judicial education budget; coordinate and edit the bench book for trial judges; supervise a small staff; and perform other related duties.  Qualifications: graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in adult education, public or business administration, or a law degree; and five years of responsible professional experience conducting training for adults, including two years of planning curriculum, administering adult-training programs, and evaluating effectiveness of the training.  Salary: $38,484.  (1994)

VICINAGE TRAINING COORDINATOR: Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex Vicinage, Newark .  Duties:  Conducts training needs analysis; plans, develops, presents, and evaluates educational programs for all judicial support personnel within the vicinage; acts as liaison to administrative office of the courts regarding training-related matters.  Requirements:  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; three years' experience in planning, presenting, and assessing group or individual training programs.  A master's degree in education, human resources management, or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience; experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.  Salary:  $39,502 - $51,288. (1994)

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING: District of Columbia Courts.  Duties: The incumbent develops and directs the D.C. court's education and training programs for judges and court management; serves as liaison to judicial institutes and national training associations; develops education assessment strategies and surveys; and determines education and training objectives; plans, organizes, directs, implements, and administers education, training, and employee development programs for non-judicial court personnel.  Qualifications: include a master's degree in education, court administration, human resources management, law, or a related field and five years of senior-level management experience in planning, conducting, and administering judicial education and employee training programs in a court environment or related area.  Salary is $63,606-81,967 annually. (1993)

JUDICIAL EDUCATION MANAGER: Office of the Administrator for the Courts, Olympia, Washington.  Summary: Under the general direction of the Director of Judicial Services and Activities Division, the incumbent plans, organizes, and directs education programs for judicial and court personnel.  Qualifications: (minimum):  B.A. in education plus five years teaching experience in higher education or adult education, two years of curriculum development, and two years in a supervisory capacity.  Each post graduate degree in education, education administration, or court administration may be substituted for one year of teaching experience.  Salary range is $35,256-45,120 annually.  (Received in 1989 from the Office of the Administrator for the Courts). (1989)

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