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EDUCATION SPECIALIST III: Education Services Division. Summary: In order to maximize the quality and impact that Arizona’s Judicial Branch has on the communities it serves, the Arizona Supreme Court has demonstrated a commitment to providing its employees the highest quality education and training programs possible.  The Education Services Division serves as the primary coordinating unit to service this need, including for judicial officers, court staff, and probation officers throughout the state.  By utilizing cutting-edge adult education theory and practice, and through a variety of educational modalities (e.g. in-person sessions, DVD’s, computer-based trainings, live broadcasts, etc), the Division directly provides and indirectly supports the education and training requirements for a broad audience with diverse needs.  This position will work within the Education Programs Unit of the Division, whose primary purpose is the training and education of judges and court staff, as well as leadership development programs.  Programs sponsored by this unit include the annual Arizona Judicial Conference, New Judge Orientation programs, annual Court Leadership Conference, Arizona Court Manager training program, and a variety of other Arizona-specific court leadership development and staff training programs.  By working with policy-making committees, teams of subject matter experts and individual faculty, this position will be responsible for the planning, coordinating and implementing of high-quality, timely educational programs and events, as well as coordinating faculty and participants.  Duties: Other responsibilities include serving as an educational program expert, project manager with responsibility for multiple concurrent projects, technology consultant, and in an advisory capacity for policymaking bodies regarding best practices for the training of the unit’s constituents and utilization of technology to improve efficiency and educational impact.  In addition, this individual is responsible for the design and production of print and electronic materials. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, the social sciences, or related field and three years’ professional experience in a related field or equivalent. Knowledge of principles and methods of educational program and event planning.  Salary: $41,150 (2012).

AUTOMATION FIELD TRAINER: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Kingman, AZ. Summary: Responsible for providing essential business process/case management system support and on-site training to Judges and personnel throughout the Mohave County Superior Court, Probation, Clerk of Court, Justice and Municipal Courts. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of relevant experience in a general and/or limited jurisdiction court OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $17.68 - $18.56/hr (2011).

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II: Technology Training Specialist. Fourth Judicial District Court. Minneapolis, MN. Summary: This high-visibility position will train and consult with Judicial Officers and Court staff at all levels of the organization. Our ideal candidate will have broad-based training experience analyzing industry technology trends; presenting a wide-stream of training materials; suggesting improvements in training, technology and e-workflow procedures; developing, implementing, and facilitating training at all levels of the Court's leadership and management structure; learning, documenting and supporting information technology systems, programs and networks; and have advanced specialized knowledge to analyze and resolve technical problems. Position will report to the Help Desk Supervisor in the Court Information Technology Department. Duties: Training 1. Leading District implementation of technical training initiatives including development of classroom and one-on-one training curriculums, e-training approaches including webex and captivate, and other effective e-based training techniques. 2. Design course materials and other documents such as handouts, manuals and exercises; plan, coordinate, and present training classes to a wide audience base; knowledge of various hardware, software, e-training, and related peripheral equipment for individuals or groups, in person or via Webcast; 3. Evaluate training programs and provide follow-up support and further training to Court officers and employees; 4. Serve as the District's SharePoint 2010 administrator 5. Define the skill sets needed to perform different roles and develop work plans and performance assessments to address skill set deficiencies; Technology Integration in the Workplace 1. Analyze trends from help desk tickets, prepare reports on help desk metrics, and recommend new technology or make suggestions to improve training and technology in the district; 2. Study new technology and make recommendations for District's technology plan; 3. Analyze and research system requirements and current technology 4. Contact vendors to evaluate and research products and training services available; work with vendors to solve technical problems; 5. Lead training support initiatives for IT projects 6. Independently lead project training meetings of technical and business staff Technical Support 1. Provide technical support for customers; diagnose technical problems; research and identify appropriate solutions; devise training alternatives when needed, suggest and implement necessary or useful modifications, and plan and conduct software testing; maintain troubleshooting log; maintain contact with customers to ensure a high quality level of training support; interact with users in non-technical, clear terms; 2. Assist/coordinate moving, installation and setup of computers, audio visual, cellular and land line telephones, smartphones, tablets, signature pads, and other miscellaneous peripheral equipment; 3. Load and install software; recommend networking software/hardware components; research technical manuals, guides, Web sites and user groups; Data Management 1. Write training news items, hyperlinks to post to hosted Web site; audit and update Web information; 2. Work with database designers and Web developers to maintain Web 3. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer Science or closely related technical training area and considerable relevant experience (3-5 years) in IT area of assignment. Experience in design, development and delivery of training materials including presentations, workshops, and supporting materials. Salary: $41,697 - $64,581 (2011).

DIRECTOR, UTAH JUDICIAL INSTITUTE: Administrative Office of the Courts. Salt Lake City, UT.  Summary: The Director of the Utah Judicial Institute is responsible for a statewide educational system for judges and court staff for all levels of court including Justice Courts. To fulfill the Judiciary’s educational mission, the Institute conducts needs assessments, facilitates curriculum development, programs and coordinates conferences, and works with various committees representing judges and employees throughout the state. The Director provides leadership in maintaining and enhancing a comprehensive program of judicial branch education. Duties: The Director serves as staff to the Judicial Council’s Standing Committee on Education, and ensures compliance with mandatory educational standards established by the Judicial Council. In addition, the Director develops an annual strategic plan for judicial branch education which corresponds to the mission and goals of the judiciary. The Director administers the Institute’s budget, comprised of both general fund and grant monies, and makes recommendations as part of the annual budget process. There are six staff members in the Institute whose work the Director oversees, which includes responsibility for all aspects of performance management. The Director is expected to research and review literature for best practices and innovative programs in the field, including distance learning, and determines potential application to the Utah courts. Qualifications: A Master’s degree in education, organizational development, public administration, or related field is required. The ideal candidate will also have experience in the design and application of adult education programs (preferably in a court environment), and demonstrated work experience to include management of staff and budgets. The Director will also have the ability to communicate effectively, analyze information and recommend appropriate actions, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships throughout all levels of the organization. Travel is required. Salary: $96,000 (2011).

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR: Center for Education & Training, District of Columbia Courts, Court of Appeals. Washington, DC. Summary: Under general supervision of the Division Director, the incumbent performs complex work of an administrative and financial nature in the Center for Education and Training. Handles administrative details of all projects without supervision. Duties: Incumbent will generate documents and reports; maintain files and library; manage staff work schedules; track all expenditures and payments; and organize conferences, training events and meetings. The incumbent relieves the Director and Deputy Director of administrative details, coordinates projects and communications for the activities within the Center and provides customer service to Judges, other senior managers, employees, faculty, vendors and outside agencies. . Experience in the use of a financial system for inputting and monitoring the budget and ongoing purchases, and experience with an electronic time and attendance system required. Proficiency in utilizing modern office machines, Windows-based software and internet resources is required. Incumbent will maintain confidentiality and security of documents and information. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Six (6) years of progressively responsible administrative or office management experience in a legal, government agency, training, or similar environment is required. Education past the high school level, e.g., secretarial training, college, or paralegal training may substitute for general experience, on a year-to-year basis. Salary: $51,630-$67,114 (2011).

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Mercer Vicinage, Human Resources Division. Trenton, NJ. Summary: Under the direction of the Human Resources Supervisor, this position will function in a hybrid capacity: partially as a generalist in human resources and partially as a training coordinator. Duties: This position will perform general human resources functions, including employee problem resolution (in areas such as benefits, employee relations and labor relations,) cross training of staff, health and safety coordination/reporting and special projects.  The position will also develop, present, facilitate, and coordinate training sessions for the vicinage. The Judiciary Coordinator 2 is responsible for special projects, including writing and developing ad hoc reports; writing articles for the vicinage newsletter; gathering and providing employee data to management; and developing, researching and coordinating special events in the vicinage.  Performs related duties as required.  Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in human resources including: payroll processing, benefits administration, salary administration, labor/employee relations, training, selection/recruitment, or Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action. Salary: $63,505 - $98,971 (2011).

LAW SCHOOL DEAN: The University of South Carolina. Columbia, SC. Summary: As the state’s public law school, the University of South Carolina School of Law strives to provide a legal education that prepares its graduates to become effective attorneys, to advance the understanding and development of the law through published research, and to expand productive relationships with the professional legal community. The School of Law seeks candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals and possess the vision, energy, and determination to lead the school. Qualifications:  Applicants should hold a JD and have academic or other professional experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of tenured full professor. (2010).

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/CEO: Texas Center for the Judiciary. Austin, TX. Duties: planning, organizing and supervising comprehensive educational conferences, seminars, programs and workshops; developing and administering the organization’s budget; developing fundraising activities as authorized by the Board; hiring, training, supervising and retaining the organization’s staff; serving as the organization’s spokesperson when appropriate. Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years experience, including experience in the administration of continuing professional education, and, ideally, a JD from an accredited law school. (2010).

DIVISION DIRECTOR: Education Services Division. Arizona. Summary: This senior level position directs the Education Services Division of the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in the development and delivery of statewide Judicial Branch educational programs for judicial officers and court employees.  Additionally, this position manages the program support for the Committee on Judicial Education and Training, the Judicial College of Arizona, the Court Leadership Institute, the Judicial Staff Education Committee and the Committee on Probation Education.  Responsibilities include providing leadership and direction to Education Services Division employees, overseeing a $2.7 million budget, resource and strategic planning for the division, and partnering closely with other AOC divisions and Judicial Branch leadership.  Duties: Serves as a member of the AOC executive management team. Provides leadership in the development and delivery of relevant and innovative education programs for judicial officers and employees of the Arizona Judicial Branch. Establishes division priorities and plans to accomplish those priorities established by the various education committees and consistent with the Judicial Branch Strategic Agenda. Provides support to the various AZ Supreme Court education committees. Directs the work of division staff and oversees the management of division personnel, including hiring, performance management, and staff development. Insures appropriate, effective planning and implementation of education events. Oversees compliance with, and recommends amendments to, policies of the committees and education-related requirements of the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public administration, legal, or education-related field. Ten years of judicial education, adult education or court experience, with at least five years of senior level management experience. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with applying adult education principles and best practices in the development and delivery of curriculum and educational programs. Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication (verbal and writing) skills. Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. (2009).

TRAINING SPECIALIST: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: This position is located in Detroit, Michigan and reports to the Court Operations Manager. The employee plans, develops and implements a comprehensive training program responsive to needs of the District Court. The employee supports the developmental needs of employees and the Court and coordinates in-house\off-site training programs and outreach\special events while ensuring compliance with the appropriate guidelines, policies, and internal controls. Duties: Identifies court training needs on an ongoing basis through needs assessments, surveys, meetings with constituent groups, interviews, and consulting with Human Resources on organizational requirements. Assesses those needs (present and future) and develops educational goals and objectives for the organization and employees. Initiates student curriculum, instructor guides, reports and correspondence; prepares audio visual materials related to the training function, as needed. Researches and drafts Court-related training manuals and materials for use by court personnel. Coordinates Court on-line programs within the Court. Designs and develops training programs responsive to the Court’s needs, including but not limited to, new employee orientation, in-service workshops on technical and professional development topics, and management/leadership training. Serves as the technical authority in the area of employment development and training. Enlists the support and participation of court personnel to ensure that training goals are effectively met. Works with department managers to develop individual employee potential by improving presentation skills and work habits enabling employees to adapt to organizational development and operational changes. Collaborates with managers regarding employee training and development. Encourages and assists employees in self-improvement/development planning. Provides managers with feedback regarding employee efforts and accomplishments. Coordinates in-house and off-site training programs. Provides logistical support for training programs, meetings and events that require scheduling, meeting space, equipment, visual aids, and handout materials. Maintains a resource library of various catalogs, bulletins and informational materials. Disseminates requested training information. Serves as liaison to Federal Judicial Center (FJC) and Administrative Office (AO) concerning the court’s training program. Coordinates with the FJC and AO to determine the educational programs, services and resources (i.e. Federal Judicial Television Network media library and Judiciary Online University) that would best meet training needs. Collects and maintains training records and employee personal credentials (i.e. college degree, professional certifications, etc.) in a database, including an ongoing list of training pro-grams that were provided, participants, dates, sponsors/vendors, and related costs, if any. Prepares an annual report and periodic reports, as requested. Performs other duties as may be assigned. Qualifications: To qualify for the position of Training Specialist, a candidate should have excellent leadership qualities which include the ability to collaborate and work effectively with all levels of Court staff; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to organize time and work effectively; strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise good judgment. This position also requires strong motivation, initiative, attention to detail, and a friendly and customer focused attitude. Required: A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum three years specialized and progressively responsible experience in training and development, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-26 level. Specialized experience includes experience in the development, facilitation and presentation of training programs. The successful candidate must possess extensive knowledge of adult learning theories, needs assessment techniques, career development theories, and appropriate use of a variety of training methods. Preferred: Specialized degree in Training and Development or other relevant field (i.e. Education). Experience in development and administration of web based training programs. Knowledge of Word Perfect, Lotus Notes and Windows applications. Prior court experience is desirable. Salary: $48,969—$79,587. (2009)

TRAINING SPECIALIST: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: This position is located in Detroit, Michigan and reports to the Court Operations Manager. The employee plans, develops and implements a comprehensive training program responsive to needs of the District Court. The employee supports the developmental needs of employees and the Court and coordinates all in-house and off-site training programs, outreach/special events. Duties: Identifies court training needs on an ongoing basis through needs assessments, surveys, meetings with constituent groups, interviews, and consulting with Human Resources on organizational requirements. Assesses those needs (present and future) and develops educational goals and objectives for the organization and employees. Initiates student curriculum, instructor guides, reports and correspondence; prepares audio 2009 visual materials related to the training function, as needed. Researches and drafts Court-related training manuals and materials for use by court personnel. Coordinates Court on-line programs within the Court. Designs and develops training programs responsive to the Court’s needs, including but not limited to, new employee orientation, in-service workshops on technical and professional development topics, and management/leadership training. Serves as the technical authority in the area of employment development and training. Enlists the support and participation of court personnel to ensure that training goals are effectively met. Works with department managers to develop individual employee potential by improving presentation skills and work habits enabling employees to adapt to organizational development and operational changes. Collaborates with managers regarding employee training and development. Encourages and assists employees in self-improvement/development planning. Provides managers with feedback regarding employee efforts and accomplishments. Coordinates in-house and off-site training programs. Provides logistical support for training programs, meetings and events that require scheduling, meeting space, equipment, visual aids, and handout materials. Maintains a resource library of various catalogs, bulletins and informational materials. Disseminates requested training information.  Serves as liaison to Federal Judicial Center (FJC) and Administrative Office (AO) concerning the court’s training program. Coordinates with the FJC and AO to determine the educational programs, services and resources (i.e. Federal Judicial Television Network media library and Judiciary Online University) that would best meet training needs. Ensures the Court training and tuition reimbursement programs fall within the Court authority guidelines. Collects and maintains training records and employee personal credentials (i.e. college degree, professional certifications, etc.) in a database, including an ongoing list of training programs that were provided, participants, dates, sponsors/vendors, and related costs, if any. Prepares an annual report and periodic reports, as requested. Develops and administers employee recognition program.  Performs other duties as may be assigned. Qualifications: To qualify for the position of Training Specialist, a candidate should have excellent leadership qualities which include the ability to collaborate and work effectively with all levels of Court staff; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to organize time and work effectively; strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise good judgment. This position also requires strong motivation, initiative, attention to detail, and a friendly and customer focused attitude. Required: A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum three years specialized and progressively responsible experience in training and development, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-27 level. Specialized experience includes experience in the development, facilitation and presentation of training programs. The successful candidate must possess extensive knowledge of adult learning theories, needs assessment techniques, career development theories, and appropriate use of a variety of training methods. Preferred: Specialized degree in Training and Development or other relevant field (i.e. Education). Experience in development and administration of web based training programs. Knowledge of Word Perfect, Lotus Notes and Windows applications. Prior court experience is desirable. Salary: $56,566—$91,928. (2009)

COURT TRAINING COORDINATOR: Superior Court of California, Marin County. Summary: The Court Training Coordinator is a professional-level classification responsible for developing, coordinating and conducting training programs and courses that meet the needs of the Court; developing and conducting training needs surveys; and researching topics and resources for new or revised training programs and classes. The incumbent works under the general direction of the Human Resources Manager and exercises judgment, initiative and technical expertise relating to the development of training programs, conducting training classes, and coordinating training needs with other Courts and the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). Duties: Assigns, directs, trains and evaluates the staff participating in the Court's training and development program. Develops, coordinates and conducts a variety of training programs which may include management development, supervisory training, and professional and technical training. Designs and develops curriculum, course materials, handbooks, manuals and education/training methods for programs and projects. Consults with managers and supervisors in planning training programs, identifying in-service training needs, selecting the most effective training methods, and evaluating results of training courses. Assists in the formulation and/or recommendation of Court training policies and procedures. Qualifications: Some college coursework in public administration, business administration, human resources management, administration of justice, or closely related field, and relevant experience in presenting training and/or education programs. Experience as a trainer in a court setting, or participation in a CJER-sponsored training institute, is highly desirable. Salary: $65,728 - $78,540. (2009)

EDUCATION AND TRAINING MANAGER: Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa, Human Resources. Summary: The Superior Court of Contra Costa County is recruiting to fill an Education and Training Programs Manager position.  Under the administrative direction of the Human Resources Director, the person selected for this position will be responsible for the strategic management of education and training programs for judicial officers and employees. This management class is responsible for the overall planning, policies and procedures related to the education and training of judicial officers and court employees.  A primary focus will be on the development and implementation of a workforce education program that support the Court’s succession planning needs.  The Education and Training Manager works independently and is afforded discretion in determining how his or her work is completed within the court-approved strategic plan for the Court and the Human Resources Program.  The Manager may be assigned supervisory responsibility over subordinate managers and staff within the assigned scope of responsibilities.  The person appointed to this position must exemplify all the core competencies expected of court managers including being a leader of change, being a leader of people, being results oriented, possessing good business acumen, and being able to build coalitions and communicate effectively with all others.   The individual selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a criminal history check- LIVESCAN, conducted through the State of California, Department of Justice. Duties: Duties that may be assigned include, but are not limited to the following: Designs and develops multiple and varied education and training programs for judicial officers and court staff; Ensures the integration and institutionalization of a court-wide education and training program consistent with core competencies and workforce development goals; Designs and develops curriculum, course materials and education/training methods; Utilizes a wide variety of methods to present educational and training programs, including in-person presentations, audio/visual, print, computer and internet/intranet; Conducts education and  training needs assessments; interacts with the Presiding Judge, judicial officers, judicial education committee, the Court Executive, management, the staff education committee and court staff to identify, assess, develop, and plan education and training programs; Analyzes education and training goals and objectives and prepares measurement tools for accomplishing the strategic, operational and workforce development plans of the court; Prepares cost estimates for projects and programs, and prepares cost/benefit analyses; Works with staff and user groups to coordinate technical training; Provides training on the methods and techniques of leadership, management and supervision; Evaluates training programs and recommends improvements to the Presiding Judge, Court Executive Officer and Human Resources Director; Establishes and maintains a network among education professionals in the trial courts, the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), multiple state, local and national associations, internal subject matter experts and working groups; Identifies, recommends, and implements selected educational and training opportunities; Oversees education and training consultants; Develops, coordinates and participates in judicial officer and staff orientation programs; Ensures compliance with mandated training requirements for bench officers, court staff and temporary subordinate judicial officers; Develops and institutionalizes an internal faculty development program for judges, managers and court staff; and Prepares correspondence and reports. Qualifications: Education:  Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education, judicial administration, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field is a minimum requirement for the classification; Possession of an advanced degree in law, public administration, business or educational administration is highly desirable. Desirable Experience:  Four years experience as an educator, trainer, staff development specialist, or educator in a court or legal services agency and/or experience in human resources training development and delivery. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of principles of adult education and learning; communication and individual self-assessment theories and tools; project management techniques; curriculum development methods; various methods for presenting educational training programs while taking a leadership role in the electronic delivery of the programs. Ability to effectively, tactfully and cooperatively interact with judicial officers, executives, managers, professional and clerical employees; communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; work independently under limited direction; think strategically and create an education and training program that has internal and external presence integral to the Court’s recruitment and retention efforts; organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines; provide direction to and coordinate the work of consultants as well as professional, technical and clerical staff; ability to manage automated education/training tracking software programs.  Salary: $80,198 - $97,481. (2008)

TRAINER/EDUCATOR II: Delaware Judiciary, AOC. Wilmington, DE. Summary: This employee will administer the daily operations of the Certified Court Interpreter Program for the Delaware Courts (for the deaf/hearing impaired and foreign language speakers).  Duties: This employee will assist with the development of policies and procedures for providing access to non-English speaking/hearing impaired litigants in the Court and will assist in the development of budgets, contracts, and grants.  Daily operations include recruitment, testing, orientation, and training of court interpreters. Qualifications: Please address each item separately on the Minimum Qualifications page of the application.  Resumes may not be substituted for the application.  Failure to do so will result in disqualification.  Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications.  Failure in any one area will result in a rating of “not qualified.” Experience developing budgets, contracts, and grants. Experience collecting, analyzing, evaluating, and presenting data in a narrative or statistical format. Experience working with a wide variety of individuals with varying backgrounds and education. Knowledge of course preparation and development. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Salary: $36,653 - $54,979. (2008)

JUDICIAL BRANCH EDUCATOR: State Court Administrator’s Office. Pierre, South Dakota. Summary: This position provides an interrelated system of training and educational opportunities designed to meet the professional needs of judges and other court personnel.  This position would incorporate staff and organizational needs to address the image, reputation, and effectiveness of the Unified Judicial System and meet short and long-term goals and objectives. Duties: Duties may include: developing and implementing training curriculum and programs; developing and providing leadership training; evaluating the training and education program and making required changes to match needs and goals; creating, distributing, and maintaining the annual training calendar; registering employees for UJS and non-UJS training and verifying payment; processing out-of-state training requests and maintaining a master employee/judge training report; maintaining a resource library of training materials and course catalogs; setting up curriculum and programs; contracting with speakers to provide training and presentations; setting up conference settings to include reservation of meeting and sleeping rooms, room layout for training and obtaining equipment for presenters. Knowledge of: components of training and education program planning, including registration and logistics, audiovisual, and room set-up; instructional design models that are most appropriate and effective for educating adults with various learning styles; different instruction design needs for a variety of delivery methods; basic budgeting and contracting processes and procedures; basic succession planning management principles to develop leadership training opportunities; dynamics of organizational change and concepts of a learning organization; Unified Judicial System policies, practices, and procedures; presentation technologies. Skill in: strong organizational skills; strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to: self motivate and generate enthusiasm among staff and stakeholders; effectively deliver/facilitate presentations and model effective techniques; design and manage registration processes; accurately project fiscal needs, obtain necessary funds, and manage use of funds; establish priorities and make effective decisions; evaluate the effectiveness of a course or training program; provide professional development opportunities; effectively integrate a curriculum development theory or model into an existing environment of event-based planning; apply effective instructional design techniques and strategies and deliver content based on that design; provide constructive feedback, assistance with design, and consultations regarding delivery; manage a variety of delivery mechanisms in concert with one another and/or to integrate use of a variety of delivery mechanisms for appropriate content; communicate the vision, mission, and goals of the UJS to inspire peak employee performance; translate effective models and theories into action; speak in public to both large and small groups; maintain knowledge and skill with current and future presentation technology; lift, transport and set up training materials and equipment. Qualifications:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in education, communication, business management, or a related field.  Four (4) years of experience in the delivery of continuing adult education, delivery of teaching/public presentations, or work experience with the court system.  A master’s degree in education, communication, business management, or a related field is preferred. Salary: $49,431.72 to $56,846.48. (2008)

DIRECTOR OF JUDICIAL BRANCH EDUCATION: Iowa Judicial Branch. Des Moines, Iowa. Duties: The director of Judicial branch Education is a high level administrator who is directly responsible to the State Court Administrator for designing, planning, organizing, overseeing, and evaluating the delivery of high quality orientation and continuing education programs for court staff and judicial officers throughout the Iowa Judicial Branch. Qualifications: Requires either a Master's degree in education or closely related field or a law degree. Requires five years experience in preparing and delivering informational and instructional programs for adults, including the application of adult education theory and practice to curriculum development, course planning, and faculty development. An advanced degree (Ed.D., Ph. D.) may substitute for three years experience. Experience in a court environment strongly preferred. Salary: $75,358.40 - $107,265.60. (2008)

JUDICIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR: The Charles R. Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation Law and Policy. UCLA School of Law. Duties: The Williams Institute is dedicated to advancing critical thought in the field of sexual orientation law and public policy. Under the general supervision of the Williams Institute Executive Director, the Judicial Education Director will: Plan and administer the Williams Institute live Judicial Training programs in various states across the country. Trainings should be timely and relevant to specific issues faced in the particular state. Designed for members of the bench to increase the legal community's knowledge of sexual orientation and gender identity law. Write and oversee production of online judicial training courses that are relevant and accessible to judges and bench officers in various states. Travel and meet with judges and interested parties in various states to set up future live trainings. Ability to research appropriate contacts, bench officers, judges, lawyers and develop working relationships with them. Supervise the Law Teaching Fellow who oversees student development of the moot court competition’s problem, recruit judges for both the preliminary and final rounds of competition and serve as the liaison for all final round judges. Coordinate logistics of live trainings, including securing venues, audio visual needs and written materials. Conduct research on other judicial training programs to enhance effectiveness of Williams Institute's training programs, both live and online. Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of training participants to determine participant's needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results and develop “to do” and “not to do” lists for next similar training. Produce reports on the effectiveness of the overall program and individual trainings. Track training participation, feedback, and other pertinent data to provide historical data for planning future trainings and for grant reports. Manage training budget and devise innovative ideas that can be accomplished within established time lines and budget. Oversee design, content and production of all printed materials related to training programs. Oversee communication with all speakers and other participants for training programs and assist them with travel, accommodations, and reimbursement or refer them to the Administrative Assistant for processing of these matters. Supervise day-of-training activities, including catering, audio visual, presentations, parking, and signage as necessary. Serve as a presenter at live trainings as needed. Prepare calendar of trainings on a monthly basis to keep Executive Director apprised of planning phases of each program and to ensure that events are on schedule and within budget. Ensure that Williams Institute Executive Director is informed and updated with regards to concerns or problems related to trainings Oversee agenda and reports to ensure that time lines and checklists for training are adhered to. Qualifications: Candidates must have a JD and five or more years of successful experience as a lawyer, law clerk, law professor or instructor, and/or judge, as well as knowledge of sexual orientation and gender identity law and policy issues, scholarship and scholars. Demonstrated skill in writing effective, professional, clear and compelling educational materials, proposals and program announcements, as well as strong oral and public speaking skills required. Prior experience planning and executing conferences, panels, events and other training programs preferred. The Judicial Education Director must be able to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities. Salary: (2008)

EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER: Administrative Office of the Courts, Frankfort, KY. Summary: The Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking applicants for the position of Education Program Manager. This position develops, implements, and administers Judicial College courses and programs for court staff. Duties: This position is responsible for planning, developing, facilitating, and evaluating education programs for judges, clerks and/or court personnel; conducting education needs assessments for specific target populations; designing curriculum with appropriate planning committees; conducting Education Committee meetings and faculty development programs; preparing College and program announcements and all related print and electronic materials; coordinating event logistics with Education staff; and monitoring program and/or seminar progress in order to evaluate content, interactive teaching strategies and faculty performance. This position is also accountable for designing evaluation instruments to obtain participant feedback regarding programs; reviewing and analyzing evaluation results for purposes of future program planning; and, preparing and maintaining appropriate correspondence, records, reports and files, including continuing judicial education credits. The Education Manager attends workshops, seminars and professional meetings and participates in regional and national associations that relate to the program managed; serves on committees; serves as liaison with other state and national agencies. Planning and developing programs will include estimating costs, and monitoring expenses.  Manager reports to the Executive Officer of Court Services and the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts. Qualifications: This position requires a either a Master's degree in education or closely related field, or a law degree.  Requires five years experience in preparing and delivering informational and instructional programs for adults, to include applying adult education theory and practice to curriculum development, course planning, and faculty development responsibilities. Candidate should demonstrate effective use of technological education tools and audio/visual equipment. An advanced degree (Ed.D., Ph. D.) may substitute for three years experience. Experience in a court environment strongly preferred. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills a must. Must be proficient with Microsoft software including MS Word and Outlook. Familiarity with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Access helpful. Ability to use the Internet as a research tool also helpful. This position requires both project and personnel management skills: proven ability to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and clients; ability to shift priorities and resources; and ability to manage a professional staff of eight. Ability to work some non-standard hours as necessary and travel, including some overnight stays. Salary: $50,000 (2008)

EXECUTIVE ANALYST: Communication and Staff Education Analyst, Oregon Judicial Department. Duties: Typical job duties may include, but are not limited to, the tasks listed below.  Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate work load and organizational needs. Independently perform a variety of duties including, but not limited to: Provide advice and consultation for ongoing professional development and communication activities, including regular education and communication on improving access to justice and enhancing public trust and confidence in the justice system.   Design, assess, create, deliver, and evaluate new and existing curricula for staff education programs from concept through evaluation utilizing concepts, theories, principles, and practices of adult learning. Facilitate groups with varied backgrounds, to initiate open dialogue and candid discussions, gather information and stimulate insight. Keep abreast of national trends in education in court-related as well as public and private sector environments. Qualifications: You must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work or life experience. You must have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with major course work in communication and/or education.  You must have at least three years of increasingly responsible communication and/or education work experience. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience; a doctorate in education, law, public administration, or related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Applicants without the relevant educational background may substitute recent experience that demonstrates the above abilities on a year for year basis. Preference may be given to candidates with prior experience working in a court setting or developing and presenting education programs. Public sector (e.g. state, county, city) communication and/or education experience is desirable. You must be able to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. Salary: $4,796 - $7,444/month (2008)

EDUCATION SPECIALIST: Colorado Judicial Branch.  Summary: The Colorado Judicial Branch is seeking a seasoned instructional designer/curriculum developer with strong experience in legal/professional education programs to create educational programs, materials and curriculum for Colorado Judicial Branch Judicial Officers and employees.  We are looking for a person to manage the development of a wide array of judicial education programs and resources to serve the needs of a diverse judicial audience.  This position will be involved in all aspects of course development, from needs analysis, through design, implementation, roll-out, and evaluation. Duties: Coordinates with committees, court and probation managers, supervisors, and employees in the design and development of training curriculum and course material. May chair committees charged with developing training courses. Assists in planning and organizing education and training events, including coordinating with other divisions, securing training location, lodging, materials, and trainers. Collects evaluations at the closing of training, compiles results and provides reports on training effectiveness. Identifies trends in training evaluations and makes recommendations. Provides training and presentations and facilitates discussions in a learning format independently or as a co-trainer/facilitator. Adjusts training to fit participant needs. Communicates effectively with judges, probation and court staff, other governmental agencies, private contractors, and the public. Creates reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other materials in a timely manner. Remains current with training concepts, trends, and technology. Attends meetings and training as required. Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university and three years of training or comparable work experience. Salary: 4,958 - $6,644 monthly (2008)

EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER: Supreme Court of Ohio, Columbus, OH. Summary: The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking applicants for the position of Education Program Manager. This position develops, implements, and administers Judicial College courses. Duties: This position is responsible for planning, developing, facilitating, and evaluating education programs for judges and magistrates and/or court personnel; conducting education needs assessments for specific target population; designing curriculum with appropriate planning committees; conducting planning meetings and introducing courses; selecting faculty and location sites and coordinating arrangements; preparing announcements; coordinating printing of materials; monitoring program and/or seminar progress in order to evaluate content and faculty. Planning and developing programs will include estimating costs, monitoring expenses, managing grants and other financial resources and analyzing trends and making projections for future financial requirements. This position is also accountable for designing instruments to obtain participant evaluation of program content and faculty performance; reviewing, and analyzing evaluation results for future program planning; preparing and maintaining appropriate correspondence, records, reports and files. The Education Manager attends workshops, seminars and professional meetings and participates in regional and national associations that relate to the program managed; serves on committees; serves as liaison with other agencies or institutions. Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in communication, business or public administration, instructional design, adult learning, education, instructional technology, or related field or equivalent. An advanced degree in education, law or related field preferred. Requires fives years experience and/or significant training and expertise in preparing and delivering informational and instructional programs for adults, to include applying adult education theory and practice to curriculum development, course planning, and faculty development responsibilities and effective uses of technological education tools and audio/visual equipment. Advanced degree may substitute for three years experience. Experience in a court environment preferred. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills a must. Must be proficient with Microsoft software including MS Word and Outlook. Familiarity with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Access beneficial. Ability to become proficient in additional educational software (Unity XP) and to use the Internet as a research tool also helpful. This position also requires project management and resource management skills: proven ability to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and clients; ability to shift priorities and resources. Ability to work some non-standard hours as necessary and travel, including some overnight stays, as needed is required. Salary: $58,739.20-$69,118.40. (2008)

DIRECTOR, UTAH JUDICIAL INSTITUTE: Administrative Office of the Courts, Salt Lake City, UT. Summary: The Utah Courts have an excellent opportunity for an innovative individual with a strong background in judicial branch education. The Director of the Utah Judicial Institute is located in the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), reporting to the State Court Administrator, and serving as part of the Administrator’s management team. Duties: The Director of the Utah Judicial Institute is responsible for a statewide educational system for judges and court staff for all levels of court including Justice Courts. The Director provides leadership in maintaining and enhancing a comprehensive program of judicial branch education. The Director serves as staff to the Judicial Council’s Standing Committee on Education, and ensures compliance with mandatory educational standards established by the Judicial Council. In addition, the Director develops an annual strategic plan for judicial branch education which corresponds to the mission and goals of the judiciary. The Director administers the Institute’s budget, comprised of both general fund and grant monies, and makes recommendations as part of the annual budget process. There are six staff members in the Institute whose work the Director oversees, which includes responsibility for all aspects of performance management. The Director is expected to research and review literature for best practices and innovative programs in the field, including distance learning, and determines potential application to the Utah courts. Qualifications: A Master’s degree in education, organizational development, public administration, or related field is required. The ideal candidate will also have experience in the design and application of adult education programs (preferably in a court environment), and demonstrated work experience to include management of staff and budgets. Salary: $90,000. (2008)

CONFERENCE AND MEETING PLANNER: National Center for State Courts, Williamsburg, VA. Summary: The Institute for Court Management (ICM) the educational division of the National Center for State Courts is seeking applicants for a newly created conference and meeting planner position. ICM offers professional development programs in a classroom environment and through distance learning to court personnel in the states and US territories. The incumbent will assist professional staff, faculty, and customers in planning, coordinating and delivering professional development programs. Duties: Responsibilities include proofing course materials, obtaining educational material and organizing course materials; negotiating hotel/educational facility arrangements; serving as liaison with course hosts; facilitating faculty travel arrangements and logistics; providing administrative support in the office and on site, and; monitoring program budgets and reconciling program expenses. Responsibilities also include assisting professional staff in the distance learning environment. Qualifications: To be considered for the position, applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business, catering/hotel management, education or a related discipline and three to five years of work experience is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, faculty and staff are required. The ability to work as part of a team, prioritize work and follow through efficiently and effectively on assignments is required. Knowledge of and ability to utilize effective meeting/conference planning principles, practices and procedures are preferred. Experience in adult educational environments is preferred. Proficiency in using PC word processing, database, and spreadsheet software applications is required. Experience with software applications such as distance learning software or web related software is desirable. Salary: $39,902. (2007)

Technical Assistance Specialist: Justice Program Office, American University, Washington, D.C. Summary: This is a full-time, professional position requiring specialized knowledge of criminal justice system operations and interagency dynamics. This position reports to the Principal Investigator of the project to which he or she is assigned. Duties: The principal duties of this position include: (1) planning, coordinating, and evaluating the delivery of technical assistance and training services (e.g., the conduct of workshops, conferences and focus groups, the performance of on-site management consulting studies, etc.) by project staff and consultants (including self) to state/local courts and criminal justice agencies; (2) providing research and analytical support to BJA in its Congressional reporting activities; and (3) maintaining liaison with and collecting and analyzing performance data on approximately 100 national organizations that provide training or technical assistance services with BJA funds. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree in criminal justice administration or related field highly desired. Work History: Incumbent must have at least two years’ experience working in a criminal justice agency or community-based organization in a professional capacity. Other qualifications include: excellent communication skills, written and oral; ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and adhere to strict deadlines; attention to detail; demonstrated research and analytical skills; and proficiency in Microsoft office, and with relational database software. Familiarity with use of SPSS is desirable, as is prior experience working in U.S. Department of Justice-sponsored programs. Salary: $37,000-$53,000. (2007)

DISTANCE LEARNING TEAM – MANAGER, SPECIALIST V: Supreme Court of Arizona, Education Services Division. Summary: The Education Services Division is responsible for maintaining a statewide system of judicial education and overseeing compliance with judicial education standards. The division conducts curriculum, program, and faculty development and facilitates curriculum, program and faculty development for other groups. Division staff coordinates seminars, workshops, conferences, videos and teleconferences for judges, probation officers, and 15 identifiable non-judge court system job categories. Annually, the division produces nearly one hundred programs (academies, conferences, seminars, workshops, broadcasts, and videos) which reach thousands of participants. Duties: A Distance Learning team of three professionals will manage satellite broadcasts, audio conferences, video-based training, computer-based training, web-based training, and other distance learning formats designed to deliver judicial education for Arizona's judges and court staff. The team will be comprised of a Program Manager to oversee on-going distance education events and to manage the implementation of distance learning programs and two Education Specialists to create and deliver new instructional products using state-of-the-art software and technology. Qualifications: If distance learning is your passion and you have a BS degree in Education, Communication, or Computer Science and have five years' professional experience managing educational projects, we want to talk with you! To apply for the Manager position in addition to the qualifications mentioned above, you must have a minimum of two years’ management/supervisory experience. The typical salary range for this position is $55,650 - $66,780 annually. To apply for a Specialist V position with primary focus on maintaining the WENDELL website (an on-line reference site for judges and court staff), in addition to the qualifications mentioned above, you must have the ability to write programming codes for interactive CBT’s and have expertise In adult-teaching/learning principles. The typical salary range for this position is $45,951 - $55,141. To apply for a Specialist V position with primary focus on delivery of online courses (CENTRA), you must have experience producing CBT’s and have the ability to write scripts and design graphics and have expertise in adult-teaching/learning principles, in addition to the qualifications mentioned above. The typical salary range for this position is $45,951 - $55,141. (2007)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Office of Deputy Administrative Director, Organizational Development and Training Unit, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary seeks a dynamic individual, who possesses a strong understanding of facilitation and platform training skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills, to work under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Chief, Organizational Development and Training Unit). Duties: The selected individual will conduct and manage New Employee Orientation for the New Jersey Judiciary staff statewide. Additionally, this individual will conduct Judiciary-wide training programs that support various Judiciary training initiatives. This individual will perform training needs analysis; develop, design and write lesson plans, and conduct training programs; develop, design and conduct the Train-the-Teacher workshops for statewide, regional and vicinage training programs; develop, design and conduct specialized training courses; lead designated special projects and assignments using knowledge of team development, management and leadership theories; and participate in team projects and initiatives such as Staff College as well as fully supporting team members in the goals and initiatives of the OD&T unit. This position requires travel to various Judiciary locations within the state. 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 e substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. NOTE: Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Lotus Notes, Pathlore Learning Management System (LMS), as well as experience with internal consulting methodology, OD interventions and personality assessment(s) would be helpful. Salary: $55,264 - $86,127. (2007)

AUTOMATION FIELD TRAINER: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Under general supervision, this position undertakes and provides a variety of user needs evaluation, individual/group hands-on training and related services in support of overall court system automation, information and technology operations. Qualifications: Requires an Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Networking, Automation, Systems Analysis or closely related experience AND two (2) years of relevant information technology system development, maintenance, operations, networking, help desk/help desk related services or closely related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $17.25 – 18.11/hr. (2007)

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