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Audio/Visual Positions

AV TECHNICIAN: United States District Court, Southern District of New York, Office of the District Court Executive. New York, NY. Summary: The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York has an opening for an Audio/Visual Technician based at the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Courthouse in Manhattan, with periodic travel to White Plains, N.Y. and Middletown, N.Y. The incumbent is assigned to the District Court Executive=s Office and is responsible for the Court=s Audio/Visual systems and services. Duties: Conducts day-to-day operations of technology used in the court to ensure reliable and effective operation. Serves as principal instructor on courtroom technology to deputy clerks and court personnel. Develops procedural guidelines and training documentation as needed for end users. Coordinates video and teleconferences for the Court. This may involve scheduling, troubleshooting, setting up equipment, initiating calls and staying on hand to monitor equipment. Responsible for installation, maintenance and inventory of all courtroom technology systems and equipment. Installs and maintains CourtFlow recording systems. This will also include processing transcript orders and maintaining court recordings. Tests and evaluates new technology, in coordination with the Budget Manager, prior to application in the court environment. Monitors developing technology and recommends, develops, or installs system upgrades or features to satisfy local court needs. This includes making adaptations to national systems; acquisition and planning for the acquisition of specific systems to meet specific local needs; and developing software to meet local needs. Serves as liaison with other federal agencies such as the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Federal Public Defender’s Office with regards to courtroom technology. Processes Court Identification forms, including fingerprinting for background checks. Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent and two years of general experience is required. A college degree is preferred. Salary: $58,916 (2011).

AUDIO/VISUAL ASSISTANT: The United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, Clerk’s Office. Miami, FL. Summary: The incumbent performs professional technical work with primary responsibility of the control center for courthouse audio/video systems along with supporting the courtroom technology specialist in coordinating and troubleshooting all activities related to evidence presentation systems throughout the district; including, audio, video, and sound systems; cable television, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems and the audio/video systems control center. Duties: Manage the day-to-day and long-term supporting needs of the above systems, to include installation, support and maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Analyze, evaluate and recommend solutions for the Audio/Visual systems control center. Perform routine maintenance and evaluation on all systems for quality control purposes. Review daily operation on all courtroom technology to ensure reliable and effective operation. Repair or coordinate repair of all systems. Opens and operates the Audio/Video conferencing control center including testing the equipment to ensure that the systems are operating correctly and checks calendar of events to verify that everything is in place for a successful conference. Perform system upgrades and coordinate’s service with vendors or in house staff. Works with Courtroom deputy and courtroom scheduler in advance of event to ensure the center is prepared for the scheduled event and all systems and parties are ready. Receive, log and operate an effective Help Desk and route service call’s accordingly if issues cannot be resolved via verbal consultation with end user. Manage and coordinate compatibility of systems at the software and hardware levels. Identify and assist in the procurement of resources to support specific technological needs of the systems and the court. Responsible for inventory and accountability of courtroom technology systems. Provides systems training for court staff, other agencies and the Bar. Serve as the district courtroom technology liaison with other federal agencies. Advise immediate supervisor and manager on system technical issues or problems. Operates Audio/Video equipment as needed. Provide backup assistance to Courtroom Technology Specialist. Closes and secures Audio/Video conferencing center when done. Participate in local or national conferences and gatherings to continue professional development. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Three years of specialized experience in the audio/visual field, including A/V switching, processing, control systems, conferencing, equipment rack configuration, control programming (microphones, amplifiers, particular hardware/software, digital recording, video routers and markers, computer/video interface). Networking systems (Video and Audio visual) via TCP/IP. Knowledge of videoconferencing applications. Ability to troubleshoot devices such as serial or hardware device level interfaces. Experience with Crestron and/or AMX Panel Control Systems and programming. Experience in design of audiovisual systems including Extron, Boeckler and Creston components, and experience with audio systems software and hardware. Ability to read and understand electronic plans and schematics and review or generate same. Strong written, verbal and graphic communication skills. Excellent computer skills. Ability to train users on equipment use and make presentations to groups. Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and racks. Thorough understanding and knowledge of signal flow principles and concepts. Salary: $40,145 - $65,293 (2010).

AUDIO/VISUAL TELECOM SPECIALIST: United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona. Phoenix, AZ. Summary: The incumbent provides technical and administrative support on the court’s audio/video and telecommunications systems, which includes but is not limited to audio reinforcement, digital recording, video evidence, video projection, MATV/CATV, satellite, video teleconference, telephonic, chambers management, telephone and telecommunications systems to judges, chamber’s staff and clerk’s office staff. Duties: Develops and implements short-term and long-range audio/visual and telecommunications improvement plans for court and any satellite locations, ensuring that changes can be implemented with minimal disruption to the court site when changes are made. Determines requirements and oversees all audio/visual and telecommunications technology projects. Conducts market research and develops scope/statement of work. Supervises work performed by court staff as well as court vendors/contractors. Advises management in all areas of audio/video and telecommunications needs, objectives and capabilities, including anticipation of future requirements and problems. Executes implementation plans approved by the team manager and adopted by the court unit executives for the courtrooms, conference rooms and all other audio/video needs and systems. Establishes, coordinates and delivers operating procedures and training in equipment and system use and capabilities. Provides end user and technical training to outside parties as well as court staff. Establishes, coordinates, and maintains support and maintenance plans for all audio/visual and telecommunications systems and equipment. Maintains audio/visual equipment inventory. Coordinates warranty work, maintenance agreements and timely repair of equipment for all vendor contracts covering audio/visual and telecommunications equipment. Provides on-site repair, reconfiguration, adjustments and replacement of audio/visual and telecommunications equipment and supplies. Maintains and develops software and documentation to enhance Audio/Visual and telecommunications system operation. Performs testing and regular preventative maintenance. Devises security mechanisms to protect hardware and software resources and performs other duties based on the automation needs of the court. Qualifications: The incumbent for this position must have a bachelors of science degree or equivalent work experneice. Must have three years of experience in installation, maintenance, and support or audio/visual technologies and related telecommunications. Salary: $46,974-$58,715 (2010).

COURTROOM TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST: United States District Court, District of Connecticut. Hartford, CT. Summary: The Specialist will coordinate all electronic courtroom resources, including installing, supporting, and troubleshooting evidence presentation technology and video conferencing equipment used in court proceedings. The Specialist will provide support for the Court’s courtroom technology resources, including evidence presentation systems, video conferencing systems, and sound systems. The Specialist provides guidance and support to judges and support staff of the court, members of the bar, various federal agencies, and others who might use electronic courtroom technology. The Specialist is responsible for the smooth operation of technology used in a courtroom environment, as well as helping to ensure that persons using these resources are adequately trained. The successful candidate must possess the ability to exercise mature judgment, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be highly self-motivated, result-oriented, detail-oriented and organized, and present a professional demeanor. Duties: Coordinates all activities pertaining to the Court’s electronic evidence presentation systems, including: scheduling the use of evidence presentation systems; setting up equipment and being available for consultation or troubleshooting when evidence presentation systems are being used. Coordinates video conferencing for the Court, including: scheduling video conferences; setting up video conference equipment; and initiating video calls. Develops and implements programs designed to provide judges and court staff with information about electronic courtroom technology. Provides judges and court staff with training in the use of electronic evidence presentation systems. Serves as liaison with other federal agencies such as the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Federal Public Defender’s Office, private law firms, and others in matters relating to the development and use of courtroom technology. As part of this responsibility, the specialist ensures that members of these groups receive information about available courtroom technologies. Meets with counsel in advance of proceedings on the use of electronic courtroom technology to test equipment and ensure that counsel’s equipment works properly with courtroom equipment. Ensures that courtroom technology remains current and coordinates system upgrades of this technology. Recommends and helps to implement standard policies and procedures pertaining to the introduction and use of new types of courtroom technology and equipment. Supports the Court in the development and implementation of short and long range plans for technological improvements, ensuring that implementation causes minimal disruption of courtroom activities. Serves as Contracting Officer for the procurement of courtroom technology equipment. Responsibility for the inventory and accountability of all courtroom technology. Solicits opinions concerning the use of courtroom technology from users. As part of this duty, the specialist observes proceedings and compiles and analyzes data on the use of courtroom technology. Prepares periodic reports on the utilization of courtroom technology. Installs, upgrades and carries out troubleshooting tasks as part of the maintenance and repair of courtroom technology equipment. Develops and carries out quality control procedures in the maintenance of all courtroom technology. Tests and evaluates new technology before its use in a court environment. Participates in local and national conferences and gatherings to enhance continued professional development and sharing and learning ways of improving courtroom technology applications for federal courts. The specialist has duties associated with the Court’s sound and video systems. Representative duties in this area may include coordinating the installation of new sound and video system equipment, training court staff on the use of equipment, and recognizing and resolving problems with the equipment. Assists Information Technology staff in the performance of general Information Technology duties. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Two years of progressively responsible experience in the audio/visual field. Ability to research, isolate, and make corrective recommendations of courtroom technology problems using a variety of programming skills and hardware troubleshooting skills. Ability to analyze, evaluate and determine courtroom technology needs as well as the ability to plan and implement required approaches to meet those needs. Ability to troubleshoot devices at the hardware level, such as serial or hardware device level infrastructures. Specialized experience with audio/visual switching, processing, control systems, conferencing, equipment rack configuration, control programming (microphones, amplifiers, particular hardware/software, digital recording, video routers and markers, computer/video interface). Knowledge of courtroom technology applications and video conferencing applications. Knowledge of multi-point video conferencing systems, including ISDN, IP and video bridging technologies. Experience operating audiovisual systems including Extron, Boeckler, and Crestron components, and experience with audio systems software such as Polycom. The ability to read and understand plans and schematics. Salary: $37,000 - $75,000 (2010).

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Operations Division. Bridgeton, NJ. Summary: Under the direction of a Court Executive 2B (Operations Division Manager) or other supervisory personnel, this individual will provide technical advice and assistance regarding audio/video recording and video conferencing to supervisors and managers in all divisions. Duties: Also includes the use of sound recording and video equipment, copying tapes and processing transcript requests. Individual keeps abreast of new methods, techniques and equipment used in sound recording, ensures tapes and/or video recordings of court proceedings are properly stored, maintains sound recording equipment and maintains necessary records and files. This individual will also provide support to vicinage facility operations, records coordination, and law library as needed. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in the areas of program development, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $39,609.55 - $64,893.64. (2008)

SUPERVISOR, CENTRAL RECORDING BRANCH: Information Technology Division, 500 Indiana Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. Duties: This position is located in the Information and Technology Division of the DC Courts. The position is part of Central Recording Branch (CENR). Incumbent manages the day-to-day operations of the Recording Technicians in the performance of their duties. Plans and assigns work schedules to ensure an even flow and distribution of work. Trains employees on new technologies, procedures and guidelines. Recommends personnel actions regarding subordinates. Oversees the digital recording system, which is a Windows-based application, in order to provide a permanent, high-quality audio recording of courtroom proceedings. Responsible for planning, developing and managing the digital recording system and subsystems. Manages the design and administers system configuration and architecture including hardware and software, network operations, desktop systems, and system security. Incumbent is responsible for coordinating the Central Recording’s information technology and business life-cycle management activities. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, business administration or a related field plus three (3) years of experience in Windows 2000 and/or Windows XP applications including one year as a first-level supervisor Equivalent levels of relevant education or experience may be substituted. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application. Salary: $58,206 - $75,669 (2008)

SUPERVISOR, CENTRAL RECORDING BRANCH: Information Technology Division, 500 Indiana Ave., NW., Washington, D.C. Summary: This position is located in the Information and Technology Division of the DC Courts. The position is part of Central Recording Branch (CENR).Duties: Incumbent manages the day-to-day operations of the Recording Technicians in the performance of their duties. Plans and assigns work schedules to ensure an even flow and distribution of work. Trains employees on new technologies, procedures and guidelines. Recommends personnel actions regarding subordinates. Oversees the digital recording system, which is a Windows-based application, in order to provide a permanent, high-quality audio recording of courtroom proceedings. Responsible for planning, developing and managing the digital recording system and subsystems. Manages the design and administers system configuration and architecture including hardware and software, network operations, desktop systems, and system security. Incumbent is responsible for coordinating the Central Recording’s information technology and business life-cycle management activities. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, business administration or a related field plus three (3) years of experience in Windows 2000 and/or Windows XP applications including one year as a first-level supervisor Equivalent levels of relevant education or experience may be substituted. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application. Salary: $58,206 - $75,669. (2008)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Criminal Division, Atlantic Cape May Vicinage. Summary: The Atlantic Cape May Vicinage is looking for a well organized professional with excellent communication skills to provide quality control measures in the area of court recording and audio and video tape management. Duties: The selected individual will also troubleshoot audio and video recording systems, provide staff training and technical assistance, coordinate equipment repair and maintenance; work with other court professionals in implementing judicial policies and procedures; identify systemic issues, and perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: 3 years 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, screening telephone calls and visitors, maintaining filing system, creating and maintaining charts and spreadsheets, coordinating the office work flow, scheduling meetings or appointments. Salary: $35,048.27-$55,245.38. (2007)

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Programmer

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ANALYST: Information Technology Office, Administrative Office of the Courts. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking individuals to work in developing enterprise level applications using object-oriented analysis and design techniques within a structured life cycle methodology. Duties: The selected individuals will develop web and client/server applications supporting court case processing, attorney electronic filing and document imaging functions. Our software and database environments include: J2EE, RSA/WSAD, Websphere Application Server, Tivoli Access Manager/WebSeal/LDAP, Websphere MQ, IBM Content Manager, Websphere Portal Server, RUP methodology, ClearCase/ClearQuest/ReqPro/UCM, IBM DB2, and Webservices/XML. Responsibilities include gathering and documenting business and technical requirements, defining workflow processes, designing and developing application solutions, and conducting technical research on new technologies. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree. Two years of professional experience in analyzing, designing, programming, troubleshooting, resolving technical problems, and/or installing computer systems applications in a mainframe, local area network or a personal computer environment; planning, acquiring and/or installing and implementing telecommunications facilities and services, wide area networks, or local area networks; and/or generating and maintaining system software, -OR- two years of technical experience in the operation and maintenance of multi-program computer systems and completion of an approved course in the systems analysis/computer programming. Salary: $49,576 - $106,840 (2011).

PROGRAMMER II: Colorado Judicial Branch. Denver, CO. Summary: The Programmer II position performs programming assignments at the full operating level for the Colorado Judicial Branch and may function as lead workers or beginning level supervisors. Positions in this classification are responsible for design, development and codification of programs to automate manual processes for the Colorado Judicial Branch and may lead teams or individual employees in the completion of work assignments. In addition, work includes performing more advanced programming tasks, original coding, testing routines, writing subroutines and triggers, drawing flow charts, writing operator instructions, formulating simple queries, maintaining utility programs, job control language and input-output handling programs. Programmer II positions may work closely with a project lead in completing their tasks. Duties: Demonstrates proficiency using programming languages identified by the CIO (e.g. Java) , to develop efficient, well-structured programs and procedures to accomplish tasks assigned to them. Demonstrates an ability to explore, interpret, and summarize user requirements to develop well written, concise programming specifications, procedures, and functions designed to implement requested changes and/or new development. Demonstrates an ability to analyze existing processes, and provide effective and efficient solutions to problems. Performs related work as required in a timely manner. Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of relational databases. Implements database changes in a manner that ensures the consistency of database File/S and fields. Demonstrates a strong ability to troubleshoot the work of other programmers. Reports programming problems as they are discovered. Follows all programming standards identified by the IIS Division. Maintains a clean and concise personal library on the development platform, and only keeps copies of code in their personal library that they are currently developing or modifying. Adheres to all change management procedures identified by the IIS Division. Conducts unit testing of all programs they write and/or modify in order to minimize the number of times programs are returned to the programmer for rewrites. Programs that follow specifications should rarely be returned for rewrites. Modifies programs to increase operating efficiency at the request of IIS analysts. Creates, designs and modifies data entry and display screens, and various output, through the use of existing system hardware and software including programming, testing and debugging. Provides clearly written, concise easy to understand documentation which thoroughly explains complex issues, processes, procedures, changes, and proposed solutions. Demonstrates strong oral and written skills to clearly and concisely communicate with IIS departmental members. Attends meetings as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, programming or related field and two years of Java programming experience required. Further programming experience may substitute for the required education on a year for-year basis. Salary: $4,729 - $6,339/month (2010).

PROGRAMMER: United States District Court, District of Connecticut. New Haven or Hartford, CT. Summary: The successful candidate will perform professional work relating to designing, modifying, and adapting existing software and must possess the ability to exercise mature judgment, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be highly self-motivated, result-oriented, detail-oriented and organized, and present a professional demeanor. Duties: Duties include writing code to specifications, documenting work, developing custom reports, preparing flow charts, and performing routine testing. The successful candidate will work closely with the Case Manager/ Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) Administrator to modify existing systems and/or design and build new systems to meet the needs of the court. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a broad knowledge of: 1) applicable programming languages, databases, and application design; 2) knowledge of computer systems and networks, including skill in determining causes of operating errors; 3) skill in generating or adapting programs, equipment and technology to serve user needs; 4) skill in preparing flow charts; and 5) skill in writing computer programs for various purposes, including skill in writing program documentation. Technical Qualifications: Technical proficiency in the following is required: Microsoft Windows 2000/2003, XP, Unix/Linux, Perl scripting, ColdFusion, Java, JavaScript, and SQL 2005 and 2008. Technology proficiency in the following would be an advantage: Apache, IIS, and Tomcat; ability to write and troubleshoot command and/or scripting problems with Unix and Windows. Salary: $43,000 - $82,000 (2010).

PROGRAMMER/ANALYST: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. San Francisco, CA. Summary: You will design and maintain court client and web based applications related to an electronic case management and case filing system (CM/ECF) as well as other applications for the court. Duties: Designs, develops, and maintains court client and web-based applications, automated data extracts, reports and alerts. Works with technical writer to provide end-user documentation and written instructions for development projects. Provides guidance and support to others using and supporting the court’s client and web based applications including writing documentation to install and implement development projects. Participates in trial runs of new and supplemental software releases, test in-house software application to ensure they are functioning optimally and as required. Evaluates, installs and configures third party applications/tools as needed. Develops and maintains technical architecture such as hardware and databases needed to implement and maintain internally developed applications. Assists the System Administrator in the ongoing administration of the CM/ECF system. Provides technical and user support to staff as required. Backs up other IT staff members. Qualifications: 1 year of experience in the retrieval and management of data in relational database management systems (e.g. Informix, MySq1, Oracle), database schema and database object access control management using simple and complex SQL statements. Experience with the application design and development life cycle and systems testing practices. Knowledge of, and ability to, utilize development technologies such as Perl, Linux Shell, PHP, HTML, XML and/or JavaML. Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems. Good interpersonal skills, self-starter and works well independently. Salary: $54,372 - $88,349 (2010).

PROGRAMMER ANALYST: Systems Section, Clerk’s Office, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, Office of the Clerk. Brooklyn, NY. Summary: Incumbent occupies a technical position in computer programming in a UNIX/Linux environment, writing and maintaining Perl, Java, HTML, XML, C, Informix, DB2, NET, SQL, Web Programming such as Coldfusion and Flash and shell scripts. He/she provides local programming and customization of both nationally supported automated systems and off-the-shelf commercially available software to meet the automation needs of the Court. Duties: Write code to specifications. Document work. Develop custom reports. Perform routine testing. Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met. Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan computer specifications and layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications. Design, modify, adapt, and enhance existing software to correct errors, allow adaptation to new hardware, or to improve performance of the software. Create and maintain data dictionaries. Develop and perform software system testing and validation procedures and documentation. May review and analyze the work of programmers. Confer with technical staff and end users to design software applications, including exchanging information on project limitation and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces. Consult with customers about software system design, enhancement, and maintenance. Provide end user support for applications supported. Serve as a liaison between peers and end users. Coordinate with the Systems Manager to develop short and long range automation software application improvement plans for the court, ensuring changes can be implemented with minimal disruption at the court site when changes are made. Provide assistance to the UNIX Systems Administrator. Develop applications including the appropriate database structure using ODBC and client server techniques. Design, develop, and install locally developed software applications, prepare user and technical documentation, train court staff, and provide follow-up maintenance and support. Monitor day-to-day operations of the equipment and systems. Act as a technical expert in solving computer system problems affecting major application systems. Develop software modifications or software enhancements to adapt existing systems, or construct specialized applications for existing systems, in a manner that best satisfies local court needs. Prepare and maintains complete documentation of locally developed, tailored or enhanced software. Perform daily system backups to retrievable/archive media; verify the backups, and log appropriate information. Qualifications: Progressively responsible experience that provides evidence that the applicant has (1) a good understanding of the methods and administrative machinery for accomplishing the work of an organization; (2) the ability to analyze problems and assess the practical implications of alternate solutions; (3) the ability to communicate with others, orally and in writing; and (4) the capacity to employ the knowledge, skills and abilities in the resolution of problems. Salary: $62,046 - $77,585 (2010).

WEB DEVELOPER: United States District Court, Nothern District of Ohio; Cleveland, OH. Summary: The U.S. District Court Clerk’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio is accepting applications for a Web Developer/Administrator. The incumbent is a member of the District Court’s IT team and provides web support to 300+ users including 25 judges and their staff, Clerk’s Office, and Pretrial Services/Probation Office. The IT team also provides support to the bar and the public at court houseslocated in Cleveland, Akron, Toledo and Youngstown over wide and local area networks. This position is located in the Cleveland office reporting to the Systems Manager, ultimately reporting to the Clerk of Court. Duties: The primary responsibility of the position is to employ creativity and innovation to develop new web sites and web-based applications (internal and external), as well as maintain and support existing sites and applications. The incumbent will analyze the requirements for developing and designing internet/intranet web based information delivery systems including interfaces with existing and proposed databases used throughout the Court. Applications/sites must be of the highest quality, provide an intuitive user interface, and be properly secured. Qualifications: Two years of specialized experience that is in, or closely related to, the work of the position is required. The successful candidate must be proficient in HTML, JavaScript, ASP, Flash, CSS, PHP, have exposure with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Illustrator, InDesign), be knowledgeable about web site architecture/platforms/security (Windows Server 2003/2008, Active Directory, and IIS), have relational database programming experience (SQL Server/MySQL), and have an excellent eye for detail. Experience with ColdFusion, PERL, Informix, and Linux a plus. Salary: $46,829 - $76,109. (2009)

TEMPORARY PROGRAMMER ANALYST: U.S. District Courts, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: This position is located in the Information Technology (IT) Department of the Clerk’s Office located in Detroit, Michigan. The employee will develop applications for managing local data systems, custom interfaces for national systems, analyze manual processes and propose automated solutions within the Court. The employee will be a member of a group of IT support personnel and report directly to the Director of IT. Duties: Utilizes current technology in JavaScript, VBScript, PERL, CGI, Cold Fusion, PHP and Java programming to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of local and nationally developed systems of the Court family. Writes command language scripting in both Windows and Linux Redhat operating environments. Develops SQL scripts and shells to make effective use of information in existing systems databases. Teaches and coaches Court personnel in the effective use of automated resources. Assists in the installation of new or revised releases of national software. Monitors day-to-day operations of the locally and nationally supported programs and applications. Acts as the technical expert in solving computer application problems and assists the group with backup and recovery of applications as necessary. Prepares and maintains user manuals, user and technical documentation for locally-developed software used at the Court. Under the guidance and coaching of the Director of IT, advises Court managers on how to meet needs for sorting, recording and retrieving automated information, including the time and cost of processing the data; as well as identifying and developing applications to enhance effectiveness of personnel within the Court. Maintains a continuous improvement dialogue with IT personnel from other locations for the purpose of staying informed about new developments, techniques, and programs that might enhance the automation of the Eastern District of Michigan. Provides follow-up maintenance and support for existing applications in use within the Court system. Supports the conversion of existing local applications from older technologies and non-supported technologies using a defined project plan. Evaluates established Court processes and makes recommendations for automating processes. Works with Court staff to enhance web and other current applications. Provides guidance and oversight to others performing the automation of manual processes. Assists IT staff and unit managers with the creation of one-time and recurring reports. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Required: A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience related to the technical aspects of application development, web development and System Life Cycle development methodologies. Accomplishment of computer project assignments that involved system analysis, design, programming, implementation and integration. Examples of web development will be required. At least two of the three years experience must be equivalent work at the CL-27 level. Preferred: Expertise in Cold Fusion and experience with Dreamweaver, PHP, SQL server administration and a degree in Computer Information Science. Salary: $58,695 - $95,392. (2008)

PROGRAMMER ANALYST: Pima County, Consolidated Justice Court, Tucson, AZ. Duties: Champion the values of the court through example and accountabilities; Meets with end users to determine specific requirements for computer programs and systems; Design, Code, test, modify and maintain programs in various languages/Databases including .Net, Visual Basic, Active Server Pages, HTML , Microsoft SQL server, PHP; Establishes and maintains appropriate system/programming security measures; Identifies, documents, and resolves program conflicts with other systems and programs; Provides training on new software; May serve as lead programmer to Information Technology staff for complex or unique projects; Completes duties, special assignments and projects as assigned. Qualifications: An Associate’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college and two years of programming experience OR: a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related field. Additional relevant experience and/or education may be substituted for the aforementioned education and/or experience. Preference may be given to applicants with VisualBasic.Net experience. Salary: $40,641 - $50,801 (2008)

AUTOMATION SPECIALIST/PROGRAMMER: United States District Court and Probation Office, Des Moines, IA. Summary: The United States District Court and Probation Office for the Southern District of Iowa is accepting applications for the position of Automation Specialist/Programmer. This position is located in Des Moines, Iowa and reports to the Director of IT. The incumbent provides computer support to the Clerk’s Office, Judges Chambers, and the Probation Office. The incumbent also designs, develops, and maintains software applications and web sites for the Clerk’s Office, Judges Chambers, and the Probation Office. Duties: Responds to various IT-related requests regarding equipment, network, software problems, and user application questions. Refers requests to other IT team members when other technical expertise is needed to resolve a problem. Maintains, records, and tracks requests in the Help Desk database. Installs and maintains software and applications at the system and desktop level. Installs or assists in the installation of new or revised releases of software systems. Develops, supports, and monitors operations and maintenance of courtroom technology.Utilizes development tools and programming skills to maintain and support existing local and national software applications. Develops specialized applications, reports, and enhancements for systems. Customizes national application programs according to local needs and trains personnel in their use. Translates user requests into functional requirements and develops software modifications and enhancements. Leads and assists in the design and maintenance of the court’s external web site and Intranet web site. Utilizes web development tools and languages to design, maintain, and program these sites. Leads and assists on IT projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: To qualify for the CL 26, applicants must have three years specialized experience including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL 25 level. Candidate must have a good understanding of current automated information systems and practices at a professional level. Experience with or an understanding of all phases of the software development life cycle. The candidate must have hands-on experience or education with some or all of the following development tools: Visual Basic, .NET, Java, PHP, SQL, MySQL, Delphi, Informix, Perl, ColdFusion, and Sharepoint. Salary: $39,658 - $64,513. (2008)

TEMPORARY PROGRAMMER/ANALYST: United States District Court, Detroit, MI. Summary: This position is located in the Information Technology (IT) Department of the Clerk’s Office located in Detroit, Michigan. The employee will develop applications for managing local data systems, custom interfaces for national systems, analyze manual processes and propose automated solutions within the Court. The employee will be a member of a group of IT support personnel and report directly to the Director of IT. Duties: Utilizes current technology in JavaScript, VBScript, PERL, CGI, Cold Fusion, PHP and Java programming to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of local and nationally developed systems of the Court family. Writes command language scripting in both Windows and Linux Redhat operating environments. Develops SQL scripts and shells to make effective use of information in existing systems databases. Teaches and coaches Court personnel in the effective use of automated resources. Assists in the installation of new or revised releases of national software. Monitors day-to-day operations of the locally and nationally supported programs and applications. Acts as the technical expert in solving computer application problems and assists the group with backup and recovery of applications as necessary. Prepares and maintains user manuals, user and technical documentation for locally-developed software used at the Court. Under the guidance and coaching of the Director of IT, advises Court managers on how to meet needs for sorting, recording and retrieving automated information, including the time and cost of processing the data; as well as identifying and developing applications to enhance effectiveness of personnel within the Court. Maintains a continuous improvement dialogue with IT personnel from other locations for the purpose of staying informed about new developments, techniques, and programs that might enhance the automation of the Eastern District of Michigan. Provides follow-up maintenance and support for existing applications in use within the Court system. Supports the conversion of existing local applications from older technologies and non-supported technologies using a defined project plan. Evaluates established Court processes and makes recommendations for automating processes. Works with Court staff to enhance web and other current applications. Provides guidance and oversight to others performing the automation of manual processes. Assists IT staff and unit managers with the creation of one-time and recurring reports. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Required: A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience related to the technical aspects of application development, web development and System Life Cycle development methodologies. Accomplishment of computer project assignments that involved system analysis, design, programming, implementation and integration. Examples of web development will be required. At least two of the three years experience must be equivalent work at the CL-27 level. Preferred: Expertise in Cold Fusion and experience with Dreamweaver, PHP, SQL server administration and a degree in Computer Information Science. Salary: $56,566 - $91,928 (2008)

SENIOR APPLICATION DEVELOPER: Information Technology, Prince George’s County Circuit Court, Upper Marlboro, MD Summary: As a Senior Application Developer, the incumbent performs monitoring, analysis, upgrade planning and implementation for the applications used by the Circuit Court (Oracle, .Net). Duties: May provide second level technical application support and problem resolutions. Develops operational tools/scripts used to monitor application and system processing. Maintains current .Net applications. Develops .Net applications as required to facilitate data exchange and interfaces between court applications. Performs security/disaster recovery planning and implementation. Develops internet services by maintaining current information on the Courts Web pages (updating content), adding new content as appropriate, including court forms, procedures and lists, and explores increased use of the internet including public access and reports on potential costs and benefits to the court. Plans and coordinates data exchange with County and State agencies. Schedules and coordinates meetings with the user agencies and management to characterize and resolve technical and administrative problems. Performs tasks and other duties that may not be specially listed in the class specification but which are within general occupational category. Qualifications: Graduation from college or equivalent technical trade school education in computer programming and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a .Net Developer. Experience in performing application development using Visual Studio, .Net and experience with ASP.Net development using C# and Visual Studio. Ability to create complex SQL queries and Oracles PL/SQL procedures and functions. Have efficient skills in requirements analysis. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Salary: $56,405-$109,741. (2008)

IT SPECIALIST DATABASE AND WEB DEVELOPER: District of Columbia Courts, Information and Technology. Summary: This position is located in the IT Division of the DC courts and would be part of the database and web development group. Duties: Develop, maintain and enhance new or existing web-based database systems; consult with senior staff in defining requirements for and determining the optimal configuration of new or enhanced web-based database systems; administer installation and implementation of new systems ensuring interoperability and integration within the existing internet and intranet infrastructure; recommend adoption and application of new and innovative approaches to the delivery of database systems to enhance effectiveness of the program; implement quality management practices designed to facilitate continuous improvement in assigned work practices; troubleshoot and perform technical support to multiple client-server or web-based applications within the Court; and assess the impact of new legislation and policies, changing program and business requirements, shifts in resource availability, emerging technology, and other developments on assigned activities. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or other related field. 6 years of experience in information technology including a minimum of 4 years in database-based Java programming and 2 years in J2EE full lifecycle development. Prior experience working with Oracle databases and PL/SQL. Development toolset experience should include Oracle Designer and JDeveloper. Demonstrated knowledge and ability working in Oracle 10g Application Server environment. Prior experience building applications in Struts framework is desired. Experience with Oracle Toplink and Discoverer is a plus. Prior experience with Rational Suite is a plus. Salary: $79,397-$103,220. (2007)

IT SPECIALIST APPLICATION ANALYST PROGRAMMER: D.C. Superior Courts, Information and Technology. Summary: The position would be part of the application management group and would perform duties as follows. Duties: Responsible for performing high-level analysis to determine the feasibility and cost/benefit of a request. Responsible for gathering requirements and performing business and system analysis in support of user requests. Responsible for creating and maintaining requirements documents and specifications as deemed necessary by the request. Responsible for performing data analysis in support of user requests. Responsible for creating solutions that support current application and strategic direction standards. Responsible for the design and development of the solutions that meet the user specification. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or other related field. 8 years of experience in information technology including a minimum of 4 years in requirements management capacity and demonstrated knowledge and skill working in a client/server Oracle environment. Salary: $79,397-$103,220. (2007)

DATA CONVERSION PROGRAMMER: Arkansas Supreme Court, Little Rock, AR. Duties: Conducts onsite analysis of client legacy system and database with the goal of producing the initial data mapping for the extract process. Required to define high-level conversion scope, develop data conversion strategies and estimate work effort. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written, or equipment fabricated or installed. Develops data conversion programs to extract, transform and load data into a defined target database. Tests all conversion processes in succession in order to identify programmatic dependencies, derive database sizing estimates, and uncover software / hardware / environment constraints. Define data integrity/cleansing requirements for the transform process. Works with project team to ensure successful system implementation; may assist in user training. Guides and assists in documenting system requirements and architecture, data conversion and implementation processes. Provides management and project team status reports for complex development projects. Additional tasks include assisting other DBAs with various assignments. The Conversion Programmer has regular contact with elected court officials and court staff, department staff, other state agency/institutions personnel. Must maintain a high degree of integrity, decorum and respect for court personnel at all times and possess the ability to communicate with court personnel at all levels. This position works closely with other AOC technical staff, including the Security Administrator and PC Support Technicians to support computer operations. The Conversion Programmer reports to the Context Program Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 3-5 years equivalent work experience is desired. Knowledge of Arkansas court systems and understanding of the use of technology in court applications is preferred. Must have strong communication skills, ability to multitask and respect for deadlines. Salary: $48,000 - $54,000 (2007)

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