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BANKRUPTCY JUDGE: District of Utah. Salt Lake City, Utah. Summary: The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit seeks applications for a bankruptcy judgeship in the District of Utah.  Bankruptcy judges are appointed to 14-year terms pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §152. Qualifications: Be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of at least one state, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and a member in good standing of every other bar of which the applicant is a member. (1) Possess, and have a reputation for, integrity and good character; (2) possess, and have demonstrated, a commitment to equal justice under the law; (3) possess, and have demonstrated, outstanding legal ability and competence; (4) indicated by demeanor, character, and personality that the applicant would exhibit judicial temperament if appointed; and (5) be of sound physical and mental health sufficient to perform the essential duties of the office. Not be related by blood or marriage to (1) a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit; (2) a member of the Judicial Council of the Tenth Circuit; or (3) a judge of the District of Utah, within the degrees specified in 28 U.S.C. 458, at the time of the initial appointment. Have been engaged in the active practice of law or other suitable law-related occupation for a period of at least five years.  The Judicial Council of the Tenth Circuit may consider other suitable legal experience. Salary: $160,000 (2009).

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY JUDGE: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Richmond, VA. Summary: The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit seeks applications from all highly qualified candidates for a fourteen-year appointment as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina at Raleigh. The basic jurisdiction of a Bankruptcy Judge is specified in Title 28, United States Code and explained in Title 11, United States Code, as well as in 98 Stat. 344, Pub. L. 98-353, Title I, § 120. Qualifications: To be minimally qualified for appointment an applicant must: (a) Be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of at least one state, or the District of Columbia, and a member in good standing of every other bar of which the applicant is a member. (b) (1) be competent to perform the duties of the office; (2) possess, and have a reputation for, integrity and good character; (3) possess, and have demonstrated, a commitment to equal justice under the law; (4) be of sound mental and physical health; (5) possess, and have demonstrated, outstanding legal ability and competence; and (6) indicate by demeanor, character and personality that the applicant would exhibit judicial temperament if appointed. (c) Not be related by blood or marriage to (1) a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit; (2) a member of the Judicial Council of the Fourth Circuit; or (3) a judge of the district court to be served, within the degrees specified in Section 458 of Title 28, United States Code, at the time of the initial appointment. (d) Have been engaged in the active practice of law for a period of at least five years. The selection process will be confidential and competitive. Salary: $160,080. (2009)

BANKRUPTCY JUDGE: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, District of New Mexico. Albuquerque, NM. Summary: The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit seeks applications for a bankruptcy judgeship in the District of New Mexico.  Bankruptcy judges are appointed to 14-year terms pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §152. Qualifications: To qualify for appointment an applicant must: Be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of at least one state, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and a member in good standing of every other bar of which the applicant is a member. (1) Possess, and have a reputation for, integrity and good character; (2) possess, and have demonstrated, a commitment to equal justice under the law; (3) possess, and have demonstrated, outstanding legal ability and competence; (4) indicated by demeanor, character, and personality that the applicant would exhibit judicial temperament if appointed; and (5) be of sound physical and mental health sufficient to perform the essential duties of the office. Not be related by blood or marriage to (1) a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit; (2) a member of the Judicial Council of the Tenth Circuit; or (3) a judge of the District of New Mexico, within the degrees specified in 28 U.S.C. 458, at the time of the initial appointment. Have been engaged in the active practice of law or other suitable law-related occupation for a period of at least five years.  The Judicial Council of the Tenth Circuit may consider other suitable legal experience. Salary: $155,756. (2008)

ON-CALL SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE PRO TEMPORE: Superior Court, Mohave County, Kingman, AZ. Summary: Responsible for handling such duties as provided by A.R.S. §12-144. The incumbent will be recommended to the Chief Justice for appointment by the Presiding Judge after initial screening by the Mohave County Committee on Special Judicial Officer Appointments. Qualifications: Not less than thirty years of age, of good moral character, admitted to the practice of law in the state for not less than five years next preceding his appointment, a resident of this state for not less than five years next preceding his appointment, a judge pro tempore may be appointed to serve in the county of his residence or in a county of which he/she is not a resident. Salary: $65.30 per hour. (2008)

JUDICIAL ASSISTANT: United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Duties: Receive, screen and refer telephone and in-person callers. Answer general inquiries from knowledge of judge's activities and office operations. Handle administrative matters in chambers. Transcribe dictation from judge. Type in final form the judge’s and law clerks’ material, including correspondence, memoranda, reports, legal documents, statistics and other items. Assemble and attach supplemental material, as required. Check citations quoted in items typed to assure accuracy. Screen incoming mail and handle routine matters. Route mail to appropriate destination. Review outgoing mail for accuracy. Relieve judge of routine details.  Maintain judge’s calendar; schedule, change and cancel appointments as directed. Arrange meetings and conferences for judge and support personnel.  Maintain stock of office supplies.  Arrange business travel itineraries for judge, including plane tickets, hotel, lodging, auto rental, and so forth. Perform errands and other functions as assigned by judge. Qualifications: Applicants must have substantial experience as an executive secretary to a judicial officer, lawyer or other high level executive. Requires good organizational skills, attention to detail, strong motivation and an ability to handle the full range of secretarial duties. Experience with Word-Perfect is required and experience with Lotus Notes is desirable. Associates degree or higher preferred. Salary: $48,761 - $76,695 (2008)

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY JUDGE: Eastern District of Virginia, Norfolk, VA. Summary: The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit seeks applications from all highly qualified candidates for a fourteen-year appointment as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of Virginia at Norfolk. The basic jurisdiction of a Bankruptcy Judge is specified in Title 28, United States Code and explained in Title 11, United States Code, as well as in 98 Stat. 344, Pub. L. 98-353, Title I, ' 120.  Qualifications: Have been engaged in the active practice of law for a period of at least five years.  Salary: $151,984 (2007)

JUDGE: City of Mesquite Municipal Court, Nevada. Summary: Perform professional judicial duties in interpreting and applying the local, state and federal laws and manage the activities of the operating division of the Mesquite Municipal Court. Duties: Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public. Preside over a variety of hearing including criminal misdemeanor and traffic arraignments, driving and curfew arraignments, criminal non-jury trials, and pre-trial conferences. Review requests for continuances; grant or deny requests. Serve order to persons held in custody. Review search warrants; sign or reject warrants; confirm warrant recalls. Review and sign complaints, summons, subpoenas, arrest warrants and adult diversion forms. Review and sign seized property releases. Oversee the assignment and management of the work of all Court employees. Evaluate and analyze the statistical data on a continuing basis concerning the management of courtroom case flow and oversee periodic reports based on that data. Respond verbally and in writing to complaints and inquiries from the public, the City Council, the City Manager’s Office and other City departments and explain relevant administrative and judicial policies and procedures. Determine departmental budget priorities for the operating divisions. Direct the development and installation of procedural, technical and operational improvements. Determine the long-range plan for the Court. Correspond with non-local defendants for dispositions of cases by mail when appropriate. At as unofficial ombudsman for public questions regarding drivers’ license reinstatement, vehicle registration, removal of convictions and referral to appropriate agencies. Perform legal research. Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times. Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations. Qualifications: Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job. Graduation from an ABA accredited college or university. Must possess, at time of employment and continuously throughout employment, a valid Nevada Class “C” driver’s license. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE: Federal Government (General Description). Summary: The position of Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), originally called hearing examiner, was created by the Administrative Procedure Act of 1946, Public Law 79-404. The Act insured fairness and due process in Federal agency rule making and adjudication proceedings. It provided those parties, whose affairs are controlled or regulated by agencies of the Federal Government, an opportunity for a formal hearing on the record before an impartial hearing officer. Duties: ALJs prepare for and preside at formal hearings which Federal agencies are required by statute to hold under, or in substantial accord with, provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, Sections 553-559 of Title 5, United States Code. ALJs function as independent, impartial triers of fact in formal hearings in a manner similar to that of a trial judge conducting civil trials without a jury. Qualifications: Applicants must be attorneys and have a minimum of seven (7) years administrative law and/or trial experience involving formal administrative hearing proceedings before local, State, or Federal administrative agencies, courts, or other administrative bodies. In addition, applicants must demonstrate that they have had 2 years of qualifying experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility characteristic of at least senior level GS-13, or 1 year characteristic of at least GS-14 or GS-15 Federal Government attorneys actively involved in administrative law and/or litigation work. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE I: State of Utah. Summary: Incumbents in this job preside over and conduct formal and/or complex administrative hearings on behalf of a department of Utah State Government. Incumbents at this level function at the beginning level of this series while performing similar duties as the level II ALJ, do so under more supervision and handle less complex cases than the level II. Duties: Conducts, or represents agency at, formal or informal hearings. Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases. Explains differences between hearing and civil procedures to litigants, attorneys and others. Resolves procedural issues such as requests for continuances. Establishes witness lists, issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, selects and utilizes subject matter experts. Make final judgment with responsibility for decision, including defending decision in any legal proceedings. Questions witnesses and considers testimony and evidence that is presented. Issues written orders, makes rulings and/or adjudicates administrative cases. Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions. Other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING THEORY, PRINCIPLES, PRACTICES AND/OR CONTENT: legal processes and procedures; State, agency and/or other grievance process; applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures; legal processes and procedures; State, agency and/or other grievance process; laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, the democratic political process, and legislative history; principles, theories, and practices of judicial or administrative law. SKILLS/ABILITY TO: communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing; State, agency and/or other grievance process; facilitate or lead hearings, meetings, teams, or work groups to encourage participation, build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among participants; speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally; provide consultation and/or expert advice or testimony; evaluate information against a set of standards; conduct a methodical examination; make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions; understand and apply case and statutory law; speak before a group of people; deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism; use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions; interpret and apply legal decisions and identify current and emerging trends in interpretation; read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures; principles, theories, and practices of judicial or administrative law. A Juris Doctorate is required. Salary: $26.84 - $40.33. (2007)

MAGISTRATE JUDGE:    Superior Court, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW. Duties: The new Magistrate Judge will be appointed to serve a four-year term in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. The successful applicant for this position will be assigned to the Family Court or to other Divisions of the Superior Court based on the needs of the Court at the time the position is filled. If the applicant is assigned to the Family Court, the duties of the position will include the following: conducting hearings, making findings and entering interim and final orders or
judgments in uncontested or contested proceedings within the jurisdiction of the Family Court and the Domestic Violence Unit of the Superior Court, excluding jury trials and trials of felony cases. If the applicant is assigned to other Divisions of the Superior Court, the duties of the position will include the following: conducting preliminary proceedings in criminal cases (e.g., bond hearings, initial probation revocation hearings, and preliminary hearings); and presiding over certain civil non-jury trials. Qualifications: An applicant must: (1). be a member in good standing of the unified District of Columbia Bar; (2). for five (5) years immediately preceding appointment, have been engaged in the active practice of law in the District of Columbia, have been on the faculty of a law school in the District of Columbia, or employed as a lawyer by the District of Columbia or United States Government, or any combination of the foregoing, including at least three (3) years of training or experience in the practice of family law as a lawyer or judicial officer; (3). be a citizen of the United States and “Be a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia and has maintained an actual place of abode in the District of Columbia for at least 90 days immediately prior to appointment, and retains such residency during service as magistrate judge; OR “is a bona fide resident of the areas consisting of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties in Maryland, Arlington and Fairfax Counties, and the City of Alexandria in Virginia, has maintained an actual place of abode in such area, areas, or the District of Columbia for at least 5 years prior to appointment, and certifies that the individual will become a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia not later than 90 days after appointment.” DC Code Ann. S 11-732 A and B (2007); (4). be competent to perform the duties of the office and be of good moral character; and (5). make formal application to the court for the position. Family Court application MUST be used. Salary: $153,000 (2009)

JUDICIARY CLERK 3: AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking candidates with office skills to provide a variety of clerical support and administrative clerical functions. Duties: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: handling mailings; maintaining attendance records and timekeeping for the office; scheduling meetings; screening telephone calls and/or visitors; establishing and maintaining a filing system; and performing other clerical support duties as required. Qualifications: One year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 words per minute, or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below. The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants who have been deemed to possess keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 words per minute: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel; Judiciary staff that have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test; Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel would be helpful. Salary: $33,621 - $50,920. (2009)

JUDICIARY CLERK 3: Superior Court of New Jersey, Mercer Vicinage, Family Division. Trenton, NJ. Duties: Under the direction of the Judge and Division Manager or other high level supervisory officer, performs specialized court support functions of a confidential nature relating to the management of the judge’s calendar and the procedural stages of case processing, including but not limited to attendance at court. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Open to employees of the Judiciary who have an aggregate of one of service as of the announced closing data in one of the following titles: Judiciary Clerk 2 or Judiciary Account Clerk 1. Eligibility is based on the applicants having achieved all of the competencies for advancement to Judiciary Clerk 3 as listed on the Career Progression Eligibility for this title. Salary: $33,621.20 - $50,920.86. (2009)

JUDICIARY SECRETARY 2: Appellate Division Clerk’s Office, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a detail-oriented individual to provide a variety of confidential secretarial support and administrative functions for the Clerk of the Appellate Division. Duties: Under the direction of a Court Executive 3B (Clerk of the Appellate Division) the selected individual will type varied types of information, including narrative statements, correspondence, memoranda, reports and recommendations, including personnel matters which may be of a confidential nature, compose routine correspondence such as form letters or replies to inquiries; screen confidential material for release to the public or authorized persons/agencies, schedule meetings and conferences; manage the schedule of the Clerk; properly respond to and direct phone calls; request needed information from individuals, agencies, office visitors or customers; develop and maintain a filing system; serve as an office leader to other support staff by providing records and leave time, distribute pay checks and performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Three years of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include typing, secretarial and administrative clerk work. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills of at least 40 words per minute or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (for example, New Jersey Department of Personnel typing proficiency certificate). Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science may be substituted for one year of experience indicated above. Course work must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but are not limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English. Proficiency in Word and Excel, as well as excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Knowledge of ACMS system and dictation equipment would be preferred. Salary: $43,926 - $59,683. (2009)

JUDICIARY SECRETARY 1 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen Vicinage, Municipal Division. Hackensack, NJ. Summary: Bergen Vicinage Municipal Division is seeking a motivated, self-starter with good writing and communication skills to work under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Division Manager). Duties: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: handling correspondence and mailings; composing routine correspondence; verifying records or other documents for accuracy, completeness, conformity, authenticity or validity; screening telephone calls and/or visitors; providing information to judges and staff; maintaining a schedule of appointments and meetings; compiling data and conducting research; coordinating and completing special projects; working with other team members in the division. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: One year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include typing, secretarial, and administrative clerical work. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills at 40 words per minute or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (i.e. New Jersey Department of Personnel typing proficiency certificate). Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science may be substituted for one year the experience indicated above. Course work must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other course may include, but are not limited to, office procedures, word processing and business English. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel would be helpful. Salary: $32,972.27 - $46,670.63. (2008)

JUDGE’S SECRETARY 3 – CONFIDENTIAL: The New Jersey Judiciary, Appellate Division. Morristown, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking candidates with solid administrative office skills to perform confidential secretarial support functions for the Presiding Judge for Administration of the Appellate Division. Duties: The selected candidate will obtain monthly reports from the Clerk’s Office and compile data regarding assigned cases where the opinion has been assigned, but not yet received by the Clerk’s Office; advise Presiding Judge of Administration of opinions that are outstanding; set meeting schedules, establish and coordinate agendas; coordinate calendars between Appellate Division Clerk’s Office and Judges and generate correspondence, as necessary; review mail and prepare draft responses for the Presiding Judge of Administration. Additionally, this individual will transcribe and type miscellaneous correspondence and reports, screen inquiries both in person and over the phone, schedule appointments, file, maintain inventory of office supplies and perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Five years of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and two or more of the following: document or information processing, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills of at least 40 words per minute or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (for example, New Jersey Department of Personnel typing proficiency certificate). Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. Course work must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but are not limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English. Knowledge of legal terminology and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and transcribing equipment is required. Salary: $62,357.57. (2008)

JUDGE’S SECRETARY 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Civil Division. Jersey City, NJ. Summary: The Hudson Vicinage is seeking a well organized, detail oriented secretary to provide support to a Superior Court Judge from September 2008 until July 2009. Duties: The selected individual will operate a personal computer or computer terminal for information procession; maintain Judge’s schedule, files and records; type correspondence, documents and form letters; transcribe dictation; prepare required reports; sort and review mail, letters and other documents and follow up as appropriate; facilitate movement of case related matters; answer inquiries from attorneys, staff and public and perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Three years of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include typing and one or more of the following: preparing and analyzing legal documents, processing legal or other documents, information processing, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. . Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills of at least 40 words per minute or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (for example, New Jersey Department of Personnel typing proficiency certificate). Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. Course work must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but are not limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English. A working knowledge of Word and transcribing equipment would be helpful. Salary: $35,871.90 - $53,520.39. (2008)

JUDICIARY COORDINATOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties, Vicinage 13. Somerville, NJ. Summary: The Vicinage 13 Judiciary is seeking a dynamic, flexible leader who is a creative thinker and who possesses strong facilitation and platform skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communications skills, to work under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Human Resources Division Manager). Duties: This individual will perform training needs analysis; develop, design, and implement training plans, and conduct training programs, including computer training and employee orientations. Other responsibilities will include conducting Vicinage-wide annual detailed needs assessments; making recommendations for training programs based on results of these assessments; developing original training programs and/or making significant modifications to existing training curriculum; surveying and recommending training classes and seminars; coordinating and conducting judiciary training courses and train-the-trailer sessions for certified courses; researching and networking to elicit trainers with specialties in relative subject matter areas; recommending, developing and maintaining vicinage training library; building and maintaining a relationship with senior and middle managers, providing technical advice/assistance as needed; acting as internal consultant; providing individual and team coaching; participating in team development activities; evaluating program effectiveness; assisting with Minority Concerns Committee; maintaining the training budget; entering and managing training records via the Judiciary Learning Management System (JLMS/Pathlore); and performing other related duties  as assigned. 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 on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $59,570.68 - $92,839.23 (2008)

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Judicial Education Division, AOC, Illinois Courts. Chicago, IL. Summary: This highly responsible administrative position oversees the Judicial Education Division of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). Duties: Under the direction of the State Court Administrator, the Assistant Director develops, coordinates, and manages the administration of continuing judicial education conferences, advanced academies, seminars, and other judicial and non-judicial personnel training related activities as prescribed by the Supreme Court of Illinois. The duties include working with select committees of the Supreme Court and its Judicial Conference to develop annual and long term strategic plans for judicial education, assess training needs, develop new programs, and work with faculty to design and implement curricula.  The Assistant Director supervises staff of the Judicial Education Division located in both the Chicago and Springfield offices. Qualifications:  This position requires a minimum of seven years of experience in the design and delivery of professional education programs or a related judicial branch function, three of which must be in administrative duties.  Preferred candidates will demonstrate a working knowledge of the functions of state courts; knowledge of all levels of the Illinois judicial branch desirable.  Candidates must possess superb written and verbal communication skills as well as demonstrated knowledge in project management, preferably including the development of professional training curricula.  Preferred candidates will demonstrate competencies in strategic thinking, strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively and in a leadership and management function with judicial committees. Ability to identify emerging issues and the application of technologies to the adult learning environment will be essential.  An advanced degree in a related field, and/or a J.D., is strongly preferred. Salary is $92,582. (2009)

PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Supreme Court of Nevada, AOC. Carson City, NV. Summary: This position is a skilled support position in the Judicial Education Unit (“Unit”) within the Administrative Office of the Courts (“AOC”), a department of the Nevada Supreme Court.  The Unit is responsible for the overall plan of continuing education to judges and court staff in Nevada courts, including the Supreme Court.  This position is an integral part of the judicial education team assisting with the implementation of the statewide education plan with particular emphasis on the education plan for court staff. Duties: Under the general supervision of the Manager of the Judicial Education Unit and the direct oversight of the team leader for the program, the incumbent has primary responsibility for administrative and clerical assistance of conference planning activities related to judicial branch conferences and seminars sponsored by the AOC.  This includes but is not limited to conference site visits, selection, contract negotiations, program budget preparation, and publication of all conference materials, onsite registration, event coordination, travel and follow-up.  The incumbent will assist in development of the policies and procedures manual for program assistants and of forms utilized by the Unit.  The incumbent also maintains databases related to the activities of the Unit and produces reports, as required.  The incumbent must communicate knowledgeably, confidentially and in a professional manner with judicial education customers, on the telephone, via e-mail, and in person. Qualifications: Accuracy in data inputting and proofreading is necessary. The incumbent must work on multiple projects and programs simultaneously to meet deadlines. The incumbent is required to travel to various locations for meetings and conferences approximately 90 days per year, often working long shifts including occasional weekday holidays.  Expenses for travel and other activities while staffing trainings, conferences and planning sessions statewide will be reimbursed pursuant to Supreme Court policy. The incumbent is responsible for arranging for transportation of equipment, training materials and supplies.  Therefore, the incumbent must meet the essential function of this position that requires lifting items that may range in weight between five (5) and thirty (30) pounds. Graduation from high school, or the equivalent. Two years’ administrative support experience. One year’s experience in conference planning and execution, or the equivalent. Paralegal certification preferred. Salary: $30,192 - $43,639. (2009)

ASSISTANT DIVISION DIRECTOR/COMPTROLLER: State of Oregon, Judicial Department, Office of the State Court Administrator, Business and Fiscal Services Division. Salem, OR. Summary: This position is located in the Business and Finance Services Division (BFSD) of the Office of the State Court Administrator.  The incumbent reports to the Deputy State Court Administrator for Business (DSCAB), who reports to the State Court Administrator. The BFSD is responsible for the business management of the Judicial Department.  Principal activities include: budget preparation and administration; procurement; business continuity, emergency preparedness and court security; financial reporting; coordination of department accounting activities and operations; mandated, and grant expenditures; risk management; and fixed asset management, reporting, and control; and information security. Through subordinate supervisors and direct leadership of initiatives, this position directs the business and financial operations of the Judicial Department including the court accounting, central accounting, collections, procurement, and budget functions.  In this function, the position: Develops the long term strategy for the business and financial operations for the OJD. Develops, updates, and promulgates policy and procedures. Develops new systems and reports to assist the courts and divisions. Identifies and implements business process improvements. Works with the Office of Education, Training and Outreach to develop and deliver training in the business functions of the courts. Coaches and mentors the staff of BFSD. Represents the OJD on statewide workgroups. Monitors legislation related to collections, fees and fines, budget, procurement, and other related areas that may impact the OJD.  Prepares legislative testimony, prepares and reviews fiscal impact statements. Oversees the budget development and execution process. Works with courts and divisions to resolve issues. Leads initiatives as directed by the DSCAB.  Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.  A bachelors degree in business, business administration, economics, public administration, accounting or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, finance and/or accounting, which also includes at least 4 years of management experience.  Management experience in an area outside of budgeting, finance and/or accounting must be in addition to 6 years of professional experience.  Additional professional experience in budgeting, finance and/or accounting can substitute year for year for the Bachelors degree. Preference may be given to applicants with: Prior responsibility for all or a substantial portion of budgeting, procurement, collections or financial management for a complex state or public sector agency. A graduate-level degree in management, accounting, business/public administration or a related field. Experience performing complex financial or statistical analysis, Experience working with elected and/or appointed officials. Professional experience in collections or procurement. Certifications in a related field. Court experience. Salary: $5,191.00 - $8,056.00 per month. (2009)

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Judicial Education Division, AOC. Chicago/Springfield, Illinois. Summary: This highly responsible administrative position oversees the Judicial Education Division of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). Duties: Under the direction of the State Court Administrator, the Assistant Director develops, coordinates, and manages the administration of continuing judicial education conferences, advanced academies, seminars, and other judicial and non-judicial personnel training related activities as prescribed by the Supreme Court of Illinois. The duties include working with select committees of the Supreme Court and its Judicial Conference to develop annual and long term strategic plans for judicial education, assess training needs, develop new programs, and work with faculty to design and implement curricula.  The Assistant Director supervises staff of the Judicial Education Division located in both the Chicago and Springfield offices. Qualifications:  This position requires a minimum of seven years of experience in the design and delivery of professional education programs or a related judicial branch function, three of which must be in administrative duties.  Preferred candidates will demonstrate a working knowledge of the functions of state courts; knowledge of all levels of the Illinois judicial branch desirable.  Candidates must possess superb written and verbal communication skills as well as demonstrated knowledge in project management, preferably including the development of professional training curricula.  Preferred candidates will demonstrate competencies in strategic thinking, strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively and in a leadership and management function with judicial committees. Ability to identify emerging issues and the application of technologies to the adult learning environment will be essential.  An advanced degree in a related field, and/or a J.D., is strongly preferred. Salary: $92,582. (2009)

JUDICIAL PROGRAMS ADMINISTRATOR: Judicial Programs, Pennsylvania Problem-Solving Courts, AOC. Summary: Under the direction of the Judicial Programs Director, the Coordinator is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, coordination and oversight of problem-solving courts throughout the Commonwealth to ensure the efficient and effective operation of these courts. Monitors and evaluates the quality of problem-solving court programs and services. Provides leadership and technical assistance to local jurisdictions interested in establishing problem-solving courts. Conducts training for judges, employees and treatment professionals of problem-solving courts. Serves as liaison between the AOPC and treatment court judges, government officials, criminal justice professionals, and others about all matters involving problem-solving courts. Duties: Develops guidelines, protocols, procedures and forms for problem-solving courts (adult/juvenile drug courts, mental health courts, family dependency (child protection) courts, truancy courts, etc.) in accordance with state statutes and Supreme Court rules. Ensures statewide consistency with the appropriate problem-solving court protocols, treatment quality, data collection, forms and information sharing. Responsible for advising judges and AOPC officials of significant systems issues arising in problem-solving courts and assisting in the identification of proper solutions. Monitors the operations of problem-solving courts and recommends improvements as needed. Analyzes problem-solving courts to ensure proper utilization of resources and encourage collaboration/communication among participating agencies that may have differing goals. Evaluates the process and outcomes of problem-solving courts, through direct evaluation and contracted evaluation work. Assists problem-solving courts in the identification of funding sources and the development of proposals to funding authorities. Writes, procures and manages grants to support problem-solving courts, including the preparation of grant budgets and reports.  Monitors the disbursement of grant funds and ensures compliance with grant requirements. Plans, coordinates and administers local, statewide and regional interdisciplinary trainings for problem-solving court judges, employees and treatment professionals in cooperation with the Director of Judicial Education.  Assesses training needs from evaluation and performance review activities. Collects and maintains data on problem-solving court programs and prepares reports. Participates in meetings and conferences with members of the judicial branch, governmental and social service agencies, and the public on matters concerning problem-solving courts. In conjunction with the AOPC’s Communications Manager, provides general information to the public and media on problem-solving courts. Monitors advancements in problem-solving court research and technology based on national best practices in order to educate court practitioners on program development needs and provide leadership to problem-solving courts. This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Additional duties may be assigned as dictated by operational needs. (2009)

JUDICIARY CLERK 3: New Jersey Judiciary, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking candidates with office skills to provide a variety of clerical support and administrative clerical functions. Duties: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: handling mailings; maintaining attendance records and timekeeping for the office; scheduling meetings; screening telephone calls and/or visitors; establishing and maintaining a filing system; and performing other clerical support duties as required. Qualifications: One year experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 words per minute, or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below. The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants who have been deemed to possess keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 words per minute: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel; Judiciary staff that have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test; Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing, or stenography test. Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel would be helpful. Salary: $33,621 - $50,920. (2008)

JUDICIAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Richmond, VA. Summary: The Supreme Court of Virginia, Office of the Executive Secretary, is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to assist the Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission in the administration of the judiciary’s statewide Judicial Performance Evaluation Program. Duties: The director will staff all Commission meetings, manage the program budget, and will develop and deliver presentations to a variety of audiences on the status of the project, as directed by the Commission. The director will work with a research firm to conduct the survey portion of the program, including developing the requests for proposals and overseeing the bidding and consultant selection process as necessary. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is required. Professional experience in law, judicial administration, or business management, is preferred.  Successful candidate must demonstrate ability to plan, organize, manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously; must be able to work successfully with elected and appointed officials; must be able to lead and attain the trust and confidence of various constituencies while working in a fast-paced environment; and maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Further, the successful candidate must have excellent writing and presentation skills and, at a minimum, a proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with survey research, grant writing and supervision also is desirable. Criminal background check required. Salary: DOE. (2008)

JUDICIAL BRANCH EDUCATOR: State Court Administrator’s Office, Unified Judicial System. Pierre, SD. 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: 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. Qualifications: 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. Possess strong organizational skills and 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. 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 - $56,846.48. (2008)

DISTRICT COURT JUDICIAL ASSISTANT: Spokane County, Washington. Duties: Assists the judge in the daily case management of all pre-assigned cases.  Reviews assigned cases to assist the Judge in determining priority for trial, and coordinates with the Judicial Operations Manager regarding brokering overflow matters. Insures compliance with and manages pre-trial and trial requirements. Operates, inspects and maintains all recording and transcription equipment to record the official court proceedings.  Creates logs by observing and listening to participants and testimony of court proceedings. Coordinates, plans and manages the calendaring and case flow functions, including the planning and scheduling of trial preparation with counsel, tracking pending caseload and preparing case tracking reports. Evaluates case status, recommends and/or implements appropriate action. Responsible for caseload follow-up to ensure timely completion and resolution of assigned cases.  Modifies status of cases on case management system based on information received from parties. Prepares continuance forms and related court documents as directed. Provides information to attorneys and pro se litigants regarding case status and disposition as authorized.  Schedules status conferences or court hearings as appropriate. Supervises jury activity with full responsibility for assuring comfort and deportment of jurors assigned to the judicial department.  This includes, but is not limited to issues of communication, security, illness, reasonable accommodation, emergency matters, meals, sequestering, and personal concerns that could affect parties’ rights to a fair trial.  Acts as a liaison between the judge and jurors during and following active juror service. Coordinates and assures order and security in the courtroom and adjacent areas.  Coordinates transport of in-custody defendants with Courthouse Security, the Court Administrator’s Office, the Sheriff’s Department, and/or the Department of Corrections. Serves, when necessary, as contact for counsel and parties regarding matters assigned to the court.  Reviews, analyzes, prioritizes and responds as authorized to requests for Court assistance. May serve as liaison with the media and the public on any matter that is of media interest according to court protocol.  Directs activities to ensure compliance with media protocol issued by the court. Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive reports, correspondence, conversations, special inquiries, closed proceedings or other confidential matters. Provides other confidential administrative support for the judge. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: AA degree from an accredited college in legal support professional, paralegal or related field and 2 years related experience, such as legal assistant or paralegal in a legal field or court environment.  Additional experience may be substituted year for year, for education. Salary: $15.83 - $17.50/hr (2008)

COURT COMMISSIONER: Superior Court of California San Benito County. Summary: The Superior Court of San Benito County is recruiting to fill an opening for the classification of Court Commissioner.  Under general direction of the Presiding Court Judge or their designee, the successful candidate will be an at-will employee for 20 hours per week (.5FTE) with full benefits. Duties: Presides over proceedings in one or more of the following: Family, Juvenile, Probate, Criminal and Traffic, Civil and Small Claims courts, hearings and trials of infractions and misdemeanors. Arraigns defendants; grants continuances; hears and rules on a variety of petitions, motions and other actions; makes or recommends appropriate court orders; accepts pleas and imposes sentences; sets cases for hearing and trial; conducts court and jury trials. Reviews court files, documents and evidence to assess cases prior to and following hearings. Prepares court documents, decisions, reports, correspondence, and other written materials pertaining to case findings and orders. Presides over proceedings at locations assigned by the Presiding Judge or designee. Presides over proceedings during week days, at night or on Saturdays as assigned by the Presiding Judge. Applies ongoing, sound judgment and while interacting with litigants, Judicial Officers, court staff, other agencies and the public. Performs other duties as assigned by the Presiding Judge. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school; and active member in good standing with the California State Bar for a minimum period of five (5) years immediately preceding appointment as Court Commissioner; and experience in family, probate, juvenile, civil and criminal law. Salary: $75,985 (2008)