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COURT SERVICES OFFICER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Civil Division. Jersey City, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary, Hudson Vicinage, is searching for a self-starter to join the case management team in the Civil Division. Duties: The selected candidate will be responsible for the management of cases from docketing through disposition; analyzing, monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices; working with the Judges and team leaders to set priorities and ensure efficiency; reviewing cases to determine discovery and/or case management needs including screening for possible referral to a complementary dispute resolution program; reviewing deadlines and case management orders; responding to inquiries from judges, attorneys and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases; troubleshooting team member problems; conducting mediation sessions; and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Trainee: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Substitution: May substitute paraprofessional and professional experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, and one or more of the following; reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues and/or preparing reports of finding and recommendations. Basic: Graduation from an accredited college or university with bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gather and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion and one or more of the following; reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Substitution: may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: Trainee: $36, 948 - $58,239, Basic: $39, 609 - $64,893 (2009).

CASE COORDINATOR: Central Intake Center, Family Court. 500 Indiana Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. Summary: Incumbent researches, identifies, reviews, and documents the existence and status of all cases presented in the Family Court Operations Division. Duties: Reviews abuse and neglect cases for compliance with federal and local Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA) with special focus on child abuse and neglect cases. Coordinates and facilitates the assignment of newly filed cases, serving as liaison between Judges, Magistrate Judges, the Clerk’s Office, Family Court Attorney Advisors, and Mayor’s Liaison Office as assigned. Monitors the progress of Family Court cases regularly and periodically reports to the Family Court Attorney Advisor regarding compliance with established ASFA guidelines. Performs and provides instruction to the Family Court Staff with regards to the Identity Consolidation project and conducts supervision, assistance, and managerial activities to designated programs as directed. Qualifications: Five (5) years of general legal, paralegal, or social service experience (i.e. working as a social worker, case worker, etc.), PLUS two (2) years of casework experience or case processing experience, working directly with child abuse and neglect cases. Equivalent levels of law or social science education (i.e. B.S., B.A., J.D., M.S.W., M.A., etc.) and experience may be substituted for general experience. Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with U.S. Code, appellate decisions and Federal Justice rules, D.C. Code, District of Columbia Family Court Administrative rules that apply to child welfare, and abuse and neglect cases, as well as Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA), and the Family Court Act. Demonstrated ability to analyze, gather information, and effectively communicate (orally and in writing) within a judicial system or social service environment to senior officials, mid-level officials, agencies, and groups representing diverse interests, and socioeconomic as well as ethnic backgrounds. Ability to track cases, compile and report data, and correspond effectively in writing, using a personal computer, word processing software, spreadsheets and database applications for data analysis and report preparation. Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised in a high volume and demanding environment, utilizing a high level of judgment and problem solving skills. Salary: $60,989 - $79,280 (2009).

ELECTRONIC COURT REPORTER OPERATOR/CASE ADMINISTRATOR: United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona. Phoenix, AZ. Summary: This position is located in the Clerk’s Office of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona. The Electronic Court Recorder Operator/Case Administrator is responsible for making a verbatim recording of court proceedings and arranging for the production of written transcripts, as requested and manages a number of bankruptcy cases and related adversary proceedings from opening to final disposition, in accordance with approved internal controls, procedures, and rules. The incumbent also interacts with the public in person and on the telephone, judges and their staff, other clerk’s office staff and members of the bar. The start date is approximately April 27, 2009. Duties: Makes a verbatim record of court proceedings on PC based digital recording system. Creates detailed log notes of court proceedings and participants involved in court proceedings using an automated program. Receives and processes CD/tapes duplication and transcript production request orders. Catalogues CD/tapes and log notes and maintains their proper storage. Manages and maintains courtroom recording and sound equipment by monitoring operations of same. Performs cleaning and minor adjustments and notifies automation staff of needed repairs. Assists the courtroom deputy with courtroom duties, such as swearing-in witnesses, handling exhibits and calling the calendar. Efficiently manages bankruptcy cases and related adversary proceedings from opening to closing, including chapter conversions. Reviews, identifies, and researches the accuracy, timeliness and quality of data entered into the case record. Makes corrections to the case record to comply with local and national procedures. Ensures that all case files and related information are accessible. Screens incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules, practices, and court requirements. Scans and converts all paper documents filed to a PDF format. Schedules and notices hearing dates. Advises courtroom deputy of hearings set and potential conflicts. Makes summary entries on the docket of all documents and proceedings including pleadings, motions, complaints, minutes and orders. Reviews all electronic filings made by outside users for quality control to ensure that correct documents are filed, required filing fees paid, correct docket entry used and takes other appropriate corrective action as needed. Arranges for hearings on interim and final fee applications by all parties entitled to fees. Provides accurate noticing as required by law, including proper distribution through the Bankruptcy Noticing Center. Reviews and coordinates the processing of orders with parties, judicial officers and chambers staff. Prepares and analyzes case management reports. Assures data from a variety of quality control and exception reports for adherence to quality assurance standards. Audits cases for closings, reviews final reports, final accounts and certifications from the trustee, tabulates fees, generates a closing order in CM/ECF in asset and non-asset cases. Prepares standardized form orders and judgments for signature including discharge of debtor. Prepares and processes appeals and transmits the record to the Court of Appeals, Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, and District Court. Assists attorneys and the public by telephone and in person providing information regarding case status, archive information and CM/ECF instruction. Proficient in software applications necessary to perform the job well. Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures and manual updates. Assists in training new employees and in cross training co-workers. Provides back-up coverage for team members and other departments, as required. Serves as a team coordinator on a rotating basis. Qualifications: Incumbent must be a high school graduate or equivalent and two years of general experience and at least one year of specialized experience. Ability to work harmoniously and effectively in a team based environment. For placement at the CL 24, step 1, one year specialized experience. For placement at the CL 24, step 2through and including step 25, at least two years of specialized experience. For placement at the CL 25, step 1, two years specialized experience. For placement at the CL 25, step 2through and including step 25, at least three years of specialized experience. Salary: $34,428 - $55,949; $38,006 - $61,825. (2009)

SPECIAL CIVIL PART OFFICER: County of Hunterdon, Special Civil Part, Superior Court of New Jersey. Duties: To serve summonses and complaints in landlord/tenant actions and perform lockouts in eviction cases as ordered by the court. The officer will also serve post-judgment collection papers issued by the court and will post and conduct sales of goods and chattels. Requires maintenance of general ledger accounting records and disbursement of funds to creditors. All of the court officer’s activities must comply with the time restrictions contained in Part VI (Special Civil Part) of the New Jersey Rules of Court and the Administrative Directives. Qualifications: Appointee will have completed a minimum of 60 college credits with no less than 15 credits in criminal justice, business law or accounting or fulfill at least one of the following: employed full time no less than two years by an officer/process server of a New Jersey court; employed full time no less than two years as a police officer, probation officer, sheriff’s officer or equivalent in the State of New Jersey. Salary: Income is generated solely from fees paid by litigants for service of court orders and a percentage of the money collected to pay judgments. (2009)

CASE ADMINISTRATOR: United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of Illinois, Office of the Clerk. Springfield, IL. Duties: Opens cases upon receipt of initiating documents or verifies accuracy of cases electronically filed by attorneys. Reviews documents for accuracy and completeness and ensure all entries are appropriately linked. Monitors Daily Activity Report, Deadlines/ Hearings Report. Acts as a liaison to attorneys using ECF. Assists pro se filers with bankruptcy questions and documents. Staffs the main bankruptcy phone lines and answers public inquiries on case status, availability and location of bankruptcy records. Monitors the completion of required procedural steps and performs the necessary quality assurance, noticing, administrative and clerical tasks. Prepares and processes notices for mailing or electronic notice. Continuously tracks cases, including relationships of case events and their status. Reviews and enters orders, including discharge of debtor, and processes for mailing or electronic notice. Prepares cases for closing and examines files to ensure that all necessary orders are entered and proceedings completed. Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of general experience. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Requires one year specialized experience equivalent to work at CL 23 to qualify for CL 24 and two years specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at CL-24 to qualify for CL-25. Specialized experience is progressively responsible clerical experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures involving the routine use of keyboard skills and use of specialized terminology and demonstrated ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives or laws. Salary: $30,493 - $37,279. (2009)

DRUG COURT COORDINATOR: Montana. Summary: Performs professional advanced level work by providing support and managing projects for Montana’s drug courts. Work includes providing technical assistance to drug courts; collecting and analyzing drug court data; developing and coordinating training programs for drug court personnel; and serving as liaison with multiple state agencies to meet common objectives in providing services for those served by the drug courts. Work is performed under the supervision of the court services director. The employee is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in the management, coordination, administration, oversight, and evaluation of the drug court functions and activities in accordance with established statutes, court rules, policies, procedures, and regulations. Does not supervise other staff. Duties: Plans and develops statewide initiatives for drug courts. Identifies service needs or issues and develops appropriate responses. Coordinates statewide drug court initiatives with local drug courts. Works closely with drug court staff and judges to ensure that statewide projects are meeting needs identified in the drug courts. Oversees the compiling, analyzing and reporting of statistical data to evaluate workloads, make recommendations, and plan for future drug court improvements. Provides information and data on drug court operations and outcomes for the Judiciary’s budget development. Develops and coordinates Judicial Branch grant application and disbursement processes, data collection, evaluation, and monitoring of state drug court grants. In conjunction with the judicial educator, assesses drug court training needs and coordinates development of necessary programs. Develops training programs for judges and other court personnel on a variety of alcohol and drug abuse issues including availability of education and treatment programs and current topics in the field. As time permits, provides technical assistance to courts interested in establishing drug courts. Researches and develops applications for grants to support drug courts for statewide and/or individual drug court purposes. Oversees administration of the statewide grants and programs affecting drug courts. Prepares and submits reports as needed. Provides staff assistance and support to committees and workgroups involving drug court-related issues. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular contact with drug court staff, judges, court personnel, state and local government officials, external agencies and court organizations to promote services, provide explanations, coordinate activities, gather information, respond to inquiries, and resolve complaints. Desirable knowledge, skills, and abilities: Advanced knowledge of: principles and practices of management and administration, understanding of drug court programs in the court system; project management techniques as related to drug court services management, planning, and implementation; principles of leadership, organizational structures, and management effectiveness. Skills in: interpreting and resolving problems and issues; negotiation and conflict resolution; grant development and grant writing; research, statistical analysis and report writing; operation of personal computer equipment; utilizing spreadsheet, word processing, and graphic software applications. Ability to: organize, implement, and maintain a variety of projects and functions; counsel people in stressful situations; learn applicable laws, rules, policies, federal regulations, and guidelines; research information and compile data; establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, employees, other agencies, and the public; discreetly keep or use confidential information; and effectively communicate orally and in writing; communicate honestly and effectively including defending unpopular decisions to individuals at all levels in the Judicial Branch; persuade people of the advisability of undertaking controversial or difficult actions; be tactful and exercise discretion in the use and sharing of information; negotiate impasses or difficult problems; calm angry individuals; and facilitate resolution of interpersonal conflict; explain reasons for actions and creatively resolve difficult problems; make objective and at times unpopular decisions based on court interests, law, policy and rule; understand legislation, court rules, administrative orders, and policies and procedures; plan, organize, manage, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously; work in a team environment and establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with others; maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation; effectively evaluate the work of others. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, public health, social work, psychology or a related social or behavioral science, and four years of responsible professional experience in the fields of mental health, public health, social or human services, public or business administration of which one year must have involved planning, administration, coordination and evaluation of substance abuse or court services programs. (2009)

BRANCH SUPERVISOR COURTROOM SUPPORT BRANCH: Criminal Division, D.C. Courts. Summary: Incumbent manages the operations and supervises staff of Courtroom Support Branch, by assigning, directing and reviewing work, evaluating and assessing staff skills, planning and providing training, and recommending selection, promotion and disciplinary actions. Duties: Submits recommendations and procedures to improve the Branch’s overall operation. Instructs staff members on new policies and procedures. Supervises coverage of approximately twenty-eight (28) courtrooms daily. The incumbent must also analyze and interpret laws, and court procedures related to cases handled by the Division. The incumbent must revise operations and/or implement new procedures immediately, when necessary. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related field, plus four (4) years of experience in a court or law agency, including one (1) year as a first-level supervisor, and one (1) year using a computer system for case management. Salary: $73,100 - $95,026. (2009)

IDENTITY CONSOLIDATION COURT: Clerk of the Superior Court, D.C. Courts. Summary: As a member of the newly established Identity Consolidation Unit of the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court, incumbent works with the court’s case management system, Courtview, and the Integrated Justice Information System to analyze cases and records to identify duplicate records and consolidate multiple identity records into a single identity record. Duties: Researches multiple identities by demographic information, and consolidates cases based on established criteria and independent judgment. Manages priority situations and sensitive issues, and cases requiring expedited information or action for managerial or judicial inquiries. Maintains, compiles and reports statistical information for review and evaluation. Enters case sensitive information on case identities to update the computer automated database. Assists staff from operating divisions, judicial officers and other government entities in confirming identities of cases known to the court, and provides ongoing information when requested. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public or business administration, liberal arts, or a related degree or three years of relevant experience. Experience working on a personal computer in a Windows environment required. Some familiarity with the criminal justice system, judicial branch or legal terminology preferred. Salary:  $41,210 - $65,631. (2009)

CASEFLOW MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS MANAGER: Trial Court Administrator’s Office, 26th Judicial District. Charlotte, NC. Duties: Duties include supporting the Caseflow Management Administrator in the oversight of criminal and civil case management operations; organizing the workload in a manner that provides for the timely disposition of criminal and civil cases and optimizes judicial productivity and utilization; supervising the day-to-day operations of the caseflow management staff and ensuring the efficient and effective management of their areas; recommending changes in policies, procedures and local calendaring rules to improve the administration of justice; responding to scheduling and general case-related inquiries; serving as a liaison to the public, local bar, and court officials regarding criminal and civil matters; gathering and compiling performance statistics for all areas in the caseflow management division; employing technology to maximize efficiency; assisting with the holding of scheduling conferences; developing and distributing scheduling orders and court calendars; tracking the progression of criminal and civil cases; ruling on continuance requests; monitoring compliance with the local rules; and other general administrative responsibilities as may be assigned by the Caseflow Management Administrator.  Qualifications: Qualifications include graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a degree in public administration, criminal justice, political science, English, or human services and 2 years of progressive experience to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work described.  A master’s degree in judicial administration, public administration, criminal justice, or a law degree with practice experience is preferred.  Knowledge of court procedures and legal terminology is essential.  Proficiency in working with Microsoft Access, Excel and Word is desired.  The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills (oral and written).  Must be able to work effectively with judges, staff, and local bar.  Clean criminal background required. Salary: $37,492 - $48,862. (2008)

COURT SERVICES MANAGER: U.S. District Court, Detroit, Michigan. Summary: This position is located in the Court Services department in Detroit, Michigan. The Court Services Manager reports to the Deputy Court Administrator and is responsible for providing administrative services to all Court units (Clerk’s Office, Probation Department and Pretrial Services Agency), judges and chamber’s staff. The administrative services include Procurement, Space and Facilities, and Finance. Duties: Supervises Court Services Specialist who provides administrative services to the Court Services Manager, Court Services Supervisor, Financial Supervisor and Space and Facilities Coordinator. Recommends personnel actions for those listed above including appointment, promotions, disciplinary actions and termination. Ensures that Court Internal Controls are accurate and audited on a regular basis. Makes recommendations for changes when necessary. Ensures that Court Services staff are properly trained and hold proper certification when required to complete their duties.  Manages contract court reporting, interpreting and other contractual services under such terms and conditions prescribed by the Judicial Conference. Serves as primary security liaison for the Court to outside agencies. Procurement Supervises the Court Services Supervisor who is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the procurement function and supervision of the Procurement staff.  Manages the Court’s procurement and contract service, including contract court reporting, and interpreter services. Manages the procurement of all furniture and furnishings, Information Technology (IT) equipment, general office equipment, telecommunications equipment and services, mail delivery, pick up and shipping, postage, consumable supplies, printing and parking, moving services, temporary help, renovation projects, training and advertising. Supervises the Space and Facilities Coordinator who is responsible for coordinating building maintenance service needs, space and facilities improvements, and safety or security corrections through maintenance, construction or renovation projects. Serves as senior liaison with the General Services Administration (GSA) and the Administrative Office (AO) with respect to the acquisition of additional space for tenant alterations and other reimbursable services by GSA. Supervises the Financial Supervisor who is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Financial Department and supervision of the Financial staff.  Responsible for reporting and accounting for all money received in and processed through the Clerk’s Office in compliance with the Court’s internal control procedure.  Arranges for banking institutions to meet depository requirements for all funds not required by law to be transferred to the Treasury or other agencies. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least 5 years in a position with substantial management responsibility. Preferred: Master's degree in public, business or judicial administration; management experience in a federal or state court. Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of automation systems, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, strong managerial skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of Word Perfect, Lotus Notes and Windows 2000. Salary: $79,484 - $129,182 (2008)

CRIMINAL CASEFLOW MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR: Superior Court Trial Court Coordinator, Trial Court Administrator’s Office, 26th Judicial District. Duties: Duties include: oversight of criminal case management operations; organizing the workload in a manner that provides for the timely disposition of criminal cases and optimizes judicial productivity and utilization; supervising caseflow management staff and ensuring the efficient and effective management of their areas; recommending changes in policies, procedures and local calendaring rules to improve the administration of justice; responding to scheduling and general case-related inquiries; serving as a liaison to the public, local bar, and court officials regarding criminal matters; holding conferences with prosecution and defense counsel; developing and distributing scheduling orders and court calendars; tracking the progression of criminal cases; monitoring compliance with the local rules; gathering and compiling performance statistics; employing technology to maximize efficiency; and other general administrative responsibilities as may be assigned by the Trial Court Administrator. Qualifications: Qualifications include graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a degree in public administration, criminal justice, political science, English, or human services and 5 years of progressive experience to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work described.  A master’s degree in judicial administration, public administration, criminal justice, or a law degree with criminal practice experience is preferred.  Knowledge of court procedures and legal terminology is essential.  Proficiency in working with Microsoft Access, Excel and Word is desired.  The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills (oral and written).  Must be able to work effectively with judges, staff, and local bar.  Clean criminal background required. Salary: DOE. (2008)

RELIEF COURTROOM DEPUTY: United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, Miami, FL. Summary: Duties: This position assists District and Magistrate Judges on a relief basis, as a substitute Courtroom Deputy when a Judge’s regular Courtroom Deputy is unavailable. Maintains control of records of cases assigned to the Judge. Examines all papers filed to determine that they conform with rules of practice. Calendars and regulates movement of cases by fixing, or resetting dates and times for hearings; and notifying counsel and other parties concerned. Prepares calendar and acts as liaison between the Judge and counsel. Prepares special reports for the Judge and Clerk’s Office on status of cases. Orders jurors and assists Judge in the selection of jury panels and maintaining jury attendance. Orders interpreters and reporters when necessary. Calls court calendar. Notes appearance of counsel. Swears witnesses. Records proceedings and rulings for minutes of the Court. Files, marks, stores and returns exhibits. Composes substance of minute orders and judgment forms. Uploads orders and notices into the Case Management/Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) system. Performs other data processing as needed in the case management system. When not assigned as a Relief Courtroom Deputy, may be assigned CM/ECF projects, work with the CM/ECF Chambers Support Team, assist district or magistrate courtroom deputies, or perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum of three years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience involving the routine use of keyboard skills and use of specialized terminology, and demonstrated ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws. Such experience is commonly encountered in courts, law firms, and legal counsel offices. To be appointed at the CL 26 level , experience must include at least one year equivalent work at the CL 25 level. Familiarity with statistical reports, processes and knowledge of federal local rules highly desired. CM/ECF Civil/Criminal uploading/docketing experience, current or previous courtroom deputy, or paralegal/case administration experience desired. Must be computer literate. Salary: $41,736-$67,893 (2008)

CALENDAR COORDINATOR: Criminal Division, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW. Duties: Ensures all cases scheduled for Court have been updated completely and correctly by reviewing the Judicial Calendar in case management system (CourtView) by comparing docket entries and updates made to records. In cases of manually generated forms, ensures that the information on form and in Courtview matches. Generates daily quality control reports to track unresolved events, incomplete sentences/dispositions and cases with no disposition or no future event. Responsible for the daily accountability of defendants on lock-up and jail lists, ensuring proper processing of all defendants. Coordinates the accurate and timely preparation of lock-up lists and Prisoner Transfer Requests. Reviews and certifies Judgment and Commitment Orders. Qualifications: Six (6) years of clerical experience in a court or other criminal justice or legal environment, including at least two (2) years dealing with criminal matters. Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted for general experience. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application, if available. Salary: $52,979 - $68,875 (2008)

ARRAIGNMENT COURT COORDINATOR: Criminal Division, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW. Duties: Oversees the daily operations of C-10 arraignment/presentment court and the Intake Office, coordinating work assignments and assuring smooth, orderly and expeditious administration of courtroom operations. Orientates staff regarding new policies and procedures. Monitors work of staff for compliance with the division’s standards and goals. Makes assignments for deputy clerks, courtroom clerks and performs evaluations of work. Identifies and addresses training and development needs of the staff. Plans work schedules and shift rotations. Reviews paperwork, system updates and new case jacket preparations of staff. Institutes procedures to provide information to the public regarding status of lock-ups and general operating procedures. Maintains daily statistics of judicial and times-in-session matters. Provides administrative analysis, procedural advice and technical assistance to judicial officers, court management and staff, and the public. Ensures sufficiency of supplies and maintenance or replacement of equipment as necessary. Qualifications: Seven years of general experience in an office setting, including at least two (2) years in a court, law firm or similar office environment as well as one (1) year of experience as a first-level supervisor. Equivalent levels of relevant education may be substituted for general experience. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application (if available). Salary: $58,206 - $75,669 (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 1: Bergen Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), or other high level official, the selected individual will supervise clerical and paraprofessional staff on a case related or case management team. Duties: This person will instruct staff on work related matters, coordinate work between units or teams, conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members; also will be expected to develop unit goals. This person must possess strong communication, interpersonal and computer skills as well as the ability to apply innovative solutions to problems. The selected candidate should also have a strong command of customer service and leadership principles. The appointee will perform other related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, calendar management, program administration, enforcement of court orders, supervising of offenders and/or program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated above. This experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Salary: $47,499.74- $77,215.35. (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Sussex County Courthouse, Probation Division, Newton, New Jersey Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to supervise a team of Adult Probation Officers in the Sussex County Probation Division. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) or other supervisory personnel, the selected candidate will manage, coordinate, and oversee the diversified work activities of a team of adult supervision officers.  The selected candidate will instruct, supervise, and evaluate team members on work related matters; regulate the flow of work in accordance with Outcome Based Supervision Policies and direct work between this unit and those other units within Probation Services and other Divisions within the Judiciary. The successful candidate should possess strong communication and inter personal skills, as well as be customer service oriented. Alternate work week hours will apply tot his position. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college of university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders, enforcement of court orders, calendar management, or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68-$91,442.69. (2008)  

COURT SERVICES OFFICER TRAINEE: Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen Vicinage, Hackensack, New Jersey. Duties: The selected individual will perform statistical analysis, create and utilize formulas in Excel spreadsheets, and assist in performing case management and intake functions including: monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices; working with the Judges and team leaders to set priorities; scheduling and maintaining trial calendars; organizing work to ensure efficiency. The selected individual will screen a large number of cases for possible referral to a complementary dispute resolution program as appropriate; carefully review cases to determine discovery and/or case management needs; and monitoring cases to ensure compliance with discovery deadlines and case management orders. In addition, the selected candidate will research documents on the internet, prepare reports and perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Current New Jersey Judiciary employees who do not possess the required education may substitute experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. This experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $35,871.90-$56,543.65. (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 3: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program, AOC. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking detail-oriented individuals with take-charge skills who enjoy working with people to join the state’s Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: Under the general supervision of the Regional Supervisor of ISP or other supervisory personnel, the selected individuals will supervise high-risk offenders, and assist program participants in attaining specific goals that ensure the successful completion of the Intensive Supervision Program. The selected candidates will assist in identifying vocational, economic and psychological needs while monitoring participants for compliance with program conditions providing necessary programs and assistance. Duties will also include completing assessment reports, performing supervisory assignments, and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Four years of increasingly responsible experience in casework involving supervising offenders, gathering and analyzing case-related information; determining client needs; providing access to social services, therapeutic interventions or rehabilitative assistance; and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience. Experience supervising high-risk offenders is helpful. Salary: $60,419 - $92,719. (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, Civil Division. Summary: The Morris Vicinage currently has an opening for an organized self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills to join a case management team in the Civil Division. Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices, working with the judges and team leaders to set priorities, creating and maintaining credible trial calendars, and resolving trial calendar problems. The selected candidate will also organize work to ensure efficiency, screen cases for possible referral to a complimentary dispute resolution program, review cases to determine discovery and/or case management needs, monitor cases to ensure compliance with discovery deadlines and case management orders, respond to inquiries from judges, attorneys and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases, and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, and one or more of the following; reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $38,455.87-$63,003.53. (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, AOC, Newark, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking organized individuals with administrative experience to join the Probation Services Division, Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program (JISP). Duties: The selected candidate must be able to handle a variety of technical and client support functions in addition to developing community mentors and teams, group and individual community service sites, educational, treatment and employment opportunities for clients. Other duties may include assisting JISP case supervision officers (Court Services Officer 3) in verifying curfews, treatment, school and community service attendance, conducting interviews, writing assessment reports and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of case management experience in the field of probation or community development. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $42, 301-$69,303. (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary, Hudson Vicinage, is searching for a self-starter to join the case management team in the Civil Division. Duties: The selected candidate will be responsible for the management of cases from docking through disposition; analyzing, monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices; working with the Judges and team leaders to set priorities and ensure effective case flow management; creating and maintaining credible trial calendars; organizing workload to ensure efficiency; reviewing cases to determine discovery and/or case management needs including screening for possible referral to a complementary dispute resolution program; reviewing deadlines and case management orders; responding to inquiries from judges, attorneys and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases; troubleshooting team member problems; respond to inquiries from judges, attorneys, and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases, conducting mediation sessions; and other related duties as required. Qualifications: For Court Services Officer Trainee position: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Current New Jersey Judiciary employees who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, and one or more of the following: reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues and/or preparing reports of finding and recommendations. This experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. For Court Services Officer 1 position: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion and one or more of the following: reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. Court Services Officer Trainee Salary: $35,048.27-$55,245.38; Court Services Officer 1 Salary: $37,572.91-$61,556.94. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Probation Division Manager) and/or Court Executive 1B (Assistant Probation Manager), manages and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team, composed of professional, paraprofessional and clerical support personnel, provides direct service to the Judge. Instructs and evaluates staff or team members on work-related matters; regulate flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and direct work between units or teams. Supervise clerical, administrative, and other support activities. The selected candidate will also assign workload or specific duties to staff or team members, determine staff or team training needs; mentor and coach staff; provide direction and feedback; recommend procedures or practice to ensure efficient court/unit operations; review and correct work of staff or team members; lead a case management team; assure established standards are met; recommend and/or implement personnel actions. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders or calendar management. 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: $51,458.41-$89,343.13. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Civil, Criminal, Family or Probation Division Manager) or other designated supervisory personnel, the selected candidate will assign, monitor, evaluate, review, lead and oversee the work activities and staff resources of a team or work unit consisting of professional, paraprofessional and/or support staff employees. Responsible for assigning workloads and specific duties to staff or team members; providing customer service; directing and coordinating work between units or teams; communicating human resources policies, rules or regulations to team members; scheduling team members’ work hours or vacation time; conducting formal work performance evaluations with staff; evaluating unit or team performance; mediating staff conflicts; reviewing and correcting work of staff and checking written reports for accuracy and completeness. Performs other related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; calendar management; program administration (development, analysis, implementation, administration, or research); the supervision, monitoring, and intervention of offenders; or the enforcement of court orders. 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. Experience working with diverse populations is helpful. Salary: $51,458.41 - $89,343.13. (2007)  

JUDICIARY CLERK 3: Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties, Somerville, New Jersey . Duties: The Vicinage 13 Judiciary is currently seeking responsible, motivated, organized and customer service oriented individuals to temporarily work in various divisions in our Vicinage.  Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager) or other supervisory personnel, individuals selected will assist in all specialized Court support functions relating to case processing, calendar management, maintenance of case/court records customer service and other functions required for effective case management with a team format. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: performing data entry of fee related information, preparing daily deposits and disbursements, and performing daily and monthly reconciliations. Performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: One year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Salary: $31,190.68 - $47,239.73 (2007)

ARRAIGNMENT COURT COORDINATOR: Criminal Court, District of Columbia. Duties: Oversees the daily operations of C-10 arraignment/presentment court and the Intake Office, coordinating work assignments and assuring smooth, orderly and expeditious administration of courtroom operations. Orientates staff regarding new policies and procedures. Monitors work of staff for compliance with the division’s standards and goals. Makes assignments for deputy clerks, courtroom clerks and performs evaluations of work. Identifies and addresses training and development needs of the staff. Plans work schedules and shift rotations. Reviews paperwork, system updates and new case jacket preparations of staff. Institutes procedures to provide information to the public regarding status of lock-ups and general operating procedures. Maintains daily statistics of judicial and times-in-session matters. Provides administrative analysis, procedural advice and technical assistance to judicial officers, court management and staff, and the public. Ensures sufficiency of supplies and maintenance or replacement of equipment as necessary. Qualifications: Seven years of general experience in an office setting, including at least two (2) years in a court, law firm or similar office environment as well as one (1) year of experience as a first-level supervisor. Equivalent levels of relevant education and experience may be substituted. Salary: $55,706 - $72,421 (2007)

CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Third District & Juvenile Courts, Salt Lake City, UT. Summary: The Case Management Program Coordinator is responsible for conducting a court initiated and legislatively authorized two year pilot program for assessing the effectiveness of professional positions dedicated to instituting and administering effective case management practices. The pilot program will operate in the largest general jurisdiction trial court (33 judicial officers) and the largest juvenile court (11 judicial officers) in the state. Both are located in Salt Lake City and serve three counties. Duties: The responsibility of this position is to contribute to an environment which embraces the statement below. Working under the general direction of the Trial Court Executive the Case Management Program Coordinator will work with judges, staff and others to assess case management practices for all case types, identify innovative and best practices for more general application and implementation. This will include performing the following duties (as well as other relevant duties as assigned). Evaluate processes and reports for accurately tracking cases and workflow, ensuring consistent data entry processes, and conducting reviews of caseflow processes, of open cases and monitoring case pending and other existing reports. Assess existing case assignment practices, the allocation of court time to particular court calendars and make recommendations for balancing court time to the demands of filing types. Evaluate expanded use of mediation and other diversionary practices to ensure such programs are effectively integrated with court  procedure for effective case flow management. Evaluate potential for, and assist with, the expansion and implementation of problem solving courts and integration of new drug offender screening and sentencing procedures. Establish methods to monitor and evaluate programmatic outcomes and prepare reports for court executives, presiding judges, and legislative committees. Explore and share with judges, commissioners, and court staff national trends, programs, and processes for improved case management and related services. Qualifications: A graduate degree in court administration or; a graduate degree in business or public administration supplemented with course work in case management. Salary: $19.53 - $22.98/hr (2007)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1/TRAINEE: Middlesex Vicinage, New Brunswick, New Jersey Duties: The individual will be responsible for the management of cases from docketing through disposition; analyzing, monitoring, and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices; working with the Judges and team leaders to set priorities; assist in creating and maintaining credible trail calendars; organizing workload to ensure efficiency; screening cases for possible referral to a complementary dispute resolution program; reviewing cases to determine discovery and/or case management needs; monitoring cases to ensure compliance with discovery deadlines and case management orders; responding to inquiries from judges, attorneys and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases; and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Court Services Officer 1: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues, and or/preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicant who do not possess the required education may substitute experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis.  Court Services Officer Trainee: Current New Jersey Judiciary employees who do not possess the required education may substitute experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues, and or/preparing reports of findings and recommendations. This experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.  Salary: Court Services Officer 1: $36,025.61 - $59,021.95, Court Services Officer Trainee: $33,604.94 - $52,970.30 (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2 (Team leader/Supervising PO): Superior Court of New Jersey Union Vicinage/Various Divisions, Elizabeth, New Jersey Duties: Under the general direction of the Presiding Judge and/or Court Executive 2B (Division Manager) or other high level supervisor, is responsible to instruct, lead, evaluate and monitor work activities of a team composed of professional and support staff.  Responsible for providing Human Resources functions within the team including team meetings, performance appraisals, training, discipline, grievance resolution and staff planning. Responsible for caseload regulations inclusive of backlog, aging, clearance, time to termination, best practices compliance. Responsible for team-based client services, calendar development and Court/Judicial coordination.  Implement Court programs; establishment; listing and disposition processes; Court procedures; reports and systems monitoring. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; supervision; calendar management; or program administration including development, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14 (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B (General Operations Manager): Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage, Operations Division. Duties: Under the supervision of the Court Executive 3B (Trial Court Administrator) is responsible for the management and coordination of inter-divisional functions such as jury management, court facilities and courtroom services, law library, including management of staff.  Works with the Trial Court Administrator to coordinate general operations and implement programs in order to meet the operational requirements of the vicinage. Is responsible for management of vicinage wide general administrative functions, including court interpreting, court reporting, transcripts, sound and video recording, maintenance of operations, vehicle fleet coordination, and telecommunications systems. Oversees the maintenance, retention, storage and integrity of all court records. Responsible for emergency management, workplace violence programs and ensuring that barriers to public access (including access for disabled persons) are identified through planning and management. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience, three of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and for supervision of staff.  Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year to year basis.  A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above.  A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $74,953.12– $106,450.51 (2007)  

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COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic Vicinage, Various Divisions. Summary: The Passaic Vicinage has exciting opportunities for detail-oriented professionals to work as Court Services Supervisor 2. Duties: Under the general direction of a Presiding Judge and/or Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), or other high level official supervisory officer, the successful candidates will manage and coordinate the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional, paraprofessional and clerical support personnel. The candidates will also be responsible for all aspects of case processing from intake through disposition, including docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments, and dismissals, They will possess strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple projects, and assign work to staff, reviews work product, evaluates quality of work and measures performance of staff in meeting goals. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, calendar management or program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience 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: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Appellate Division, AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a manager to coordinate all case processing activities over a team of professional staff members.  Duties: The individual will monitor, assign, evaluate, lead, oversee the work activities and allocate the resources of the team.  The individual will develop procedures to ensure efficiency of the operation, regulate, workflow, provide direction in order to achieve goals and assure that quality standards are met.  Duties also include: conducting performance evaluations for the staff, determine staffing needs and mediate conflicts among staff members.  Will also manage a caseload from initial filing of the appeal through disposition and analyze and process complex appeals. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.  Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in a field related to the technical, administrative or case processing competency being supervised. 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 experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326 - $87,377 (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Probation Division, Camden Vicinage, Camden, New Jersey. Duties: under the general direction of the Court Executive 1B, (Vicinage Assistant Chief Probation Officer) or other high level official, supervises, monitors, coordinates, and oversees the activities of a designated probation team(s). Instructs, evaluates and organizes program activities for the team(s). Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.  Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one (1) year of which shall have included experience in Case Management, Calendar Management, or Program Administration including development, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14 (2007)

VICTIM ADVOCATE: City of Scottsdale, AZ. Summary: Performs highly interactive and assistance duties directly working with victims, in the case management and service referral functions. Duties: Serves as a liaison between victims and Prosecution and Court staffs. Accompanies victims to court proceedings and informs victims about their constitutional and statutory mandated victim’s rights. Assists victims in securing Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment. Assesses victim needs and acts as a resource for community service referrals. Engages in follow-up contact with domestic violence victims after case disposition. Communicates in the exchange of information by completing thorough case documentation in both Victim Services and Prosecution files using both a paper-based and computer automated case management system. Maintains statistical records on victims served and services provided; submits monthly statistical reports. Works with the Prosecution Division attorneys and staff to improve services to victims. Investigates and resolves complaints regarding advocate and attorney responsibilities. Recommends policies and procedure revisions as deemed necessary to improve the integrated work environment. Assists in the recruitment, selection and training of volunteer staff in the Victim Services Division. Provides in-service training and exposure to various criminal justice and victim-related matters. Encourages involvement and interest in victim-related training and awareness campaigns. Facilitates community outreach activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services or related field and one year experience in case management, counseling or related field from which comparable knowledge was gained. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B (MUNICIPAL DIVISION MANAGER): Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, Municipal Division. Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a creative thinking individual with a keen organizational awareness who possesses strong leadership, sound decision-making and conflict management skills to serve as Court Executive 2b (Municipal Division Manager). The selected candidate must also be committed to providing quality service and exhibit solid communication and writing skills. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), this position serves with the Presiding Judge of the Municipal Courts as the executive component of the Municipal Division of the Superior Court. The Municipal Division Manager ensures that the Vicinage’s 56 Municipal Courts operate in compliance with the New Jersey Court Rules and with directives and policies established by the Administrative Office of the Courts and the Vicinage Assignment Judge. Duties: The Municipal Division Manager ensures that statewide principles for case flow management are utilized and provides support and oversight to the vicinage municipal courts. The selected candidate will review and monitor court budgets for adequate funding and staffing; consult with mayors, municipal administrators and local leaders in providing for suitable court facilities; develop and implement policy and procedure for the effective operation of the courts; oversee the municipal court mediation program; coordinate and provide training and technical support to court employees; respond to public inquiries and investigate complaints from the public; work with the Superior Court divisions for the proper handling of cases filed with the court; interact with state, county and local agencies in providing service to the public; supervise Superior Court employees including settling objectives for work performance; and perform other related duties as required. This position will require travel throughout the vicinage and the State of New Jersey. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional administrative experience and/or program management experience, three of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and supervision of staff. 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 as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $74,953.12 - $106,540.51. (2007)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris and Sussex Vicinage, Civil Division. Summary: The Morris Vicinage currently has an opening for an organized self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills to join a case management team in the Civil Division. Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices, working with the judges and team leaders to set priorities, creating and maintaining credible trial calendars, and resolving trial calendar problems. The selected candidate will also organize work to ensure efficiency, screen cases for possible referral to mediation, review deadlines and case management orders, respond to inquiries from judges, attorneys and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases, prepare reports as needed and perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, and one or more of the following; reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12- $60,202.39. (2007)

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COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), the Monmouth Vicinage is seeking two highly motivated, dynamic professionals to perform and lead in a challenging environment. The selected individuals will ensure the effective and efficient management of cases by managing staff functions and resources within the Family and Probation (Child Support Enforcement, Juvenile or Adult Supervision) Divisions. Duties: The Court Executive 1b will assist in directing and supervising the daily operations of the division. Including but not limited to: case management; monitor case work flow; collect or maintain case statistics to generate status reports; recommend procedures to ensure compliance with court orders, laws, court rules and administrative directives; inform clients or customers about available services or agency support programs; provide information to the public (clients, customers and organizations), complainants, judges, attorneys, subordinates or supervisors; serve on committees or task forces; establish working relationships and/or coordinate activities with unions, social service agencies or outside organizations; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; arrange training for staff or team members; evaluate staff performance; conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members; develop performance standards; recommend personnel action; inform managers about unresolved staff or team conflicts; respect and treat all personnel, clients and the public with dignity. Performs other related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case-related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Experience working with diverse populations is helpful. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)  

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex Vicinage. Summary: The Civil Division is seeking an organized and energetic self-starter to join our winning team. Duties: The selected candidate will schedule dates or times for conferences, hearings, trials, adjournments, or backup cases; operate computer terminal or personal computer for information processing; call (telephone) for case-related or other needed information or materials; provide information to judges, attorneys, or community organizations; verify clients’ or customers’ information; advise judges on case issues; prepare cases for hearing; analyze case histories; prioritize cases; draft correspondence, reports, or proposals; review case status with judges or division managers; assign cases to appropriate track and participate in team development activities. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion and one or more of the following: reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and/or attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Counties of Atlantic and Cape May. Summary: Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic County, is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to manage and coordinate the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional, paraprofessional and clerical support personnel. Duties: The successful candidate will monitor, assign, evaluate, lead and oversee the work activities and the allocation of resources of a team; develop procedures to ensure efficient operations; regulate the flow of work; provide direction for achieving goals; assure that quality standards are met; recommend and/or implement personnel actions (hiring, firing, promoting, discipline, rewarding); determine staff training needs; and mediate conflict among team members. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in Case Management; Supervision; Calendar Management; or Program Administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or 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 general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $49,339.28 - $85,663.86. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Family Division Manager) and the Court Executive 1B (Vicinage Assistant Family Division Manager), manages and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team, provides direct service to the Judge. Instructs and evaluates staff or team members on work-related matters; regulates flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and directs work between units or teams. Supervise clerical, administrative, and other support activities. Each team member is responsible for performing varying aspects of case processing from intake which could include docketing, case preparation, calendaring, records management, adjournments, dismissals, and preparation of reports. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; enforcement of court orders or calendar management. 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: $49,339.28 - $85,663.86. (2007)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER: Superior Court of New Jersey , Civil Division, Counties of Atlantic and Cape May. Duties: The selected individual will be responsible for the management of cases from docketing through disposition; analyzing, monitoring and processing cases in accordance with court rules and established practices; working with the judges and team leaders to set priorities; creating and maintaining credible trial calendars; organizing work to ensure efficiency; screening cases for possible referral to a complementary dispute resolution program; reviewing deadlines and case management orders; responding to inquiries from judges, attorneys, and other interested parties regarding procedures and/or the status of cases, and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Court Services Officer 1: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. Court Services Officer Trainee: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Current NJ Judiciary employees who do not possess the required education may substitute experience in case management involving gathering and analyzing case-related information, which shall have included the exercise of judgment and discretion, reviewing cases to identify case management and discovery needs, coordinating with judges and attorneys to resolve case issues, and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. The experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Salary: Court Services Officer 1: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39. (2007)

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COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Family Division. Summary: The Hudson Vicinage has an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to work as a Court Services Supervisor 2 in the Family Division. Duties: Under the general direction of a Presiding Judge and/or Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Family Division Manager), the successful candidate will monitor, assign, coordinate, evaluate, review, lead and oversee the work activities and staff resources of a team or work unit consisting of professional, paraprofessional, and/or support staff employees. This position is responsible for assigning workloads and specific duties to staff or team members; directing and coordinating work between units or teams; communicating human resources policies, rules or regulations to team members; scheduling team members’ work hours or vacation time; conducting formal work performance evaluations with staff; evaluating unit or team performance; overseeing special projects; mediating staff conflicts; reviewing and correcting work of staff and checking written reports for accuracy and completeness. He/She leads a case management team and develops and formulates procedures and/or practices to ensure efficient operations. This position also requires strong communication skills and the ability to interact with community leaders and organizations is a plus. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders, calendar management or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14. (2007)

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