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SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATOR: Morris County Superior Court, Family Division. Morristown, NJ. Summary: The Morris Vicinage currently has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to perform timely screening, assessment, and evaluation of drug and alcohol problems of Family Drug Court clients. Duties: The successful candidate will systematically provide written evaluations on the nature and scope of the clients’ substance abuse problems, including treatment recommendations; function as a liaison with the local treatment system; present written and oral reports to the Family Drug Court regarding clients’ treatment; utilize proven test procedures for substance abuse evaluation and monitoring; provide addiction expertise to the Family Drug Court team; participate in diagnostic and progress conferences with treatment agencies; develop schedules for evaluations, referrals, counseling sessions, meetings, training, and report deadlines; maintain and compile program activity data, provide required reports and statistics, and develop treatment and rehabilitation (including drug treatment) plans for clients or customers through community contracts. Qualifications: Possession of a valid New Jersey certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). Applicants who possess the credential as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) are considered to have met the above certification. Substitution: Valid certification as a Licensed professional Counselor (LPC) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and one year of experience in a recognized treatment program or agency evaluating and/or counseling chemically dependent clients, including gathering and analyzing socioeconomic information, determining client treatment needs; providing access to social services, therapeutic interventions, rehabilitative assistance, or professional counseling; and preparing reports of findings and recommendations may be substituted for the CADC. Salary: $48,439 - $81, 948 (2009).

JUDICIARY CLERK 2 (CLERK DRIVER): Office Of Attorney Ethics, Supreme Court of New Jersey, Administrative Office of the Courts. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary, Office of Attorney Ethics, Supreme Court of New Jersey, is seeking an individual who would be responsible for operating a passenger vehicle, van or light duty truck to deliver mail, transport file boxes, packages and equipment. Duties: Other duties include checking condition of fleet vehicles, fueling and making minor repairs/adjustments to vehicles, securing titles and registrations as well as maintaining mileage records; inventory and store materials and records, obtaining necessary signature on legal documents; computing simple numerical data; and perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Possession of a driver’s license valid in the state of New Jersey, and the ability to frequently move at least 50 pounds. Salary: $24,971 - $43,601 (2009).

DRIVER (HOURLY): Monmouth Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Freehold, NJ. Summary: The Monmouth County Superior Court of New Jersey is seeking a responsible and dependable driver to operate a State provided van to transport juvenile probationers. Duties: Schedule and hours vary on average between 6 and 12 hours per week; driver must be flexible. Vehicle pick-up and starting point will be at the Monmouth Vicinage Probation Department, Freehold, NJ; all assigned pick-up destinations will be within Monmouth County. Qualifications: Applicant will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey. A flawless New Jersey driving record is required. Salary: $12.00/hour. (2009)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1A:  Office of Professional & Governmental Services, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a seasoned professional to work as the Legislative Liaison for the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b, in the Office of Professional and Governmental Services. Duties: The selected candidate will represent the Judiciary negotiating with the executive and legislative branches on legislation, budget issues and citizen concerns, recommending amendments where appropriate; evaluate and analyze all legislation impacting the courts; attend legislative committee meetings; testify on relevant bills and respond to inquiries; prepare analysis; assist in development of judiciary’s legislative agenda; receive, inventory, analyze and maintain bills introduced by the Legislature that impact the Judiciary; analyze fiscal impact of legislation; draft legislation to advance judiciary initiatives and educate legislators on the operation of court programs. The selected individual will respond to legislative, staff, executive branch and judicial inquiries regarding the status of legislation; track all bills and advise Administrative Director of status of pending legislation; receive lists, assign and analyze requests by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for fiscal legislation that impacts the Judiciary; develop and publish legislative newsletters for judges and judiciary staff. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one (1) of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Experience in intergovernmental affairs interacting with all levels of government and other agencies would be helpful. Salary: $51,938 -$98,543. (2009)

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE II: Municipal Courts, Warrants Division. Fort Worth, TX. Summary: The City of Fort Worth is seeking qualified individual to provide complex, administrative support for the Municipal Courts Department -Warrants Division. Duties: Receives and processes criminal warrants for delinquent citations and maintains a variety of court-related documents. The successful incumbents will perform routine and complex, work in a fast-paced, high volume environment which may include: making copies, answering phones, taking messages, faxing paperwork, filing, notarizing documents, processing mail, maintaining court calendars, scanning files, and/or performing other support activities requiring general office knowledge. Qualifications: HS diploma or GED and two years of responsible customer service experience. Experience in a law enforcement or court environment is preferred. Must be proficient in using Windows NT, Word, and Excel; may be required to take and pass a typing test with a passing score of 40 wpm. Salary: $28,601. (2009)

NACC PRESIDENT/CEO: National Association of Counsel for Children. Denver, CO. Summary: The President of the NACC serves as the Chief Executive Officer, responsible to the organization’s Board of Directors. That Board currently includes 21 members from throughout the nation, including judges, attorneys and pediatricians with expertise in child welfare issues. The President is currently assisted in his administration by a Chief Operating Officer/Executive Director, a part time office manager, three staff attorneys, an administrative assistant and other resources. Duties: The President is responsible for: Carrying out the remainder of the Board’s 2005-2010 Strategic Plan, and beginning the development of a successor Strategic Plan; Monitoring and safeguarding the fiscal health of the organization and for its growth, both in financial terms and membership. He or she provides leadership in identifying and securing potential sources of public and private support and engages in substantial personal fund raising, including major gifts, foundation grants, endowment solicitation, and cy pres and other award opportunities; Overseeing the operating and capital budgets – including an endowment account under development – and maintaining fiscal control over expenditures. Managing the organization of the major programs listed above, including certification, amicus contributions, conferences and trainings. Paying special attention over the next several years to the preservation and expansion of the Child Welfare Law Specialist program. And as part of overall management, utilizing a Chief Operating Officer/ED for detailed administration. Representing the NACC vis-a-vis other child advocacy organizations; Assisting the Chairman of the Board in the management of Board meetings, including usually an annual meeting at the fall conference location, a mid-year meeting in Denver, and periodic conference calls, including monthly conference calls of a Board Executive Committee, a Program Committee and a Development Committee. Carrying out the policies and decisions of the Board of Directors, guided by its Executive Committee. The President/CEO will serve in the Denver-area headquarters of the NACC but will be expected to travel extensively to plan and conduct conferences, trainings, and meetings, engage in child advocacy, facilitate expansion of the Child Welfare Law Specialist program, and to raise funds. Qualifications: NACC seeks a President/CEO with the following attributes: Leadership: Commands respect for his or her accomplishments. As a result is well connected and has extensive experience working with local and national government, policymaking and grant making systems and leaders. Can demonstrate and inspire in others a deeply felt commitment to the advancement of the interests of children and families. Management and Fundraising Skills: Possesses a proven track record in leading and managing multiple, highly skilled staff and a complex, diverse organization in a manner that is progressive and consistent. Is experienced in organizational and financial management, program development and implementation, fundraising, and public policy advocacy. Has demonstrated success in managing a not-for-profit or similar organization with a budget exceeding $1 million. Commitment: Brings a personal commitment to the welfare of children and families, and to issues of justice and opportunity. Communication Skills: Demonstrates excellent communication skills and will be able to serve as a major spokesperson for the organization. Knowledge/Understanding: Has a sophisticated understanding of the child welfare system and related legal issues involving vulnerable, victimized, accused and disadvantaged children and families. Organizational Skills: Is creative and imaginative. Comprehends and can work with complex organizations, including entities with memberships and educational responsibilities. Has proven ability to attract the “best and brightest” staff. Exhibits tenacity to finish difficult tasks. Has the ability to form alliances that serve the interests of children. Political Skills: Understands political relationships and political power in the United States, and knows how to be politically effective in the U.S. at the federal and state level, and within all three branches. Diversity: Is culturally competent, embraces diversity and has a demonstrated understanding of environmental and other forms of injustice. A law degree and background in child welfare law is required. (2009)

SUPREME COURT FELLOWS PROGRAM: The U.S. Supreme Court. Washington, D.C. Summary: The Supreme Court Fellows Commission invites applications for the 2009–2010 Fellows Program. Duties: Fellows spend one calendar year in Washington, D.C., based at the Supreme Court of the United States, the Federal Judicial Center, the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, or the United States Sentencing Commission, working on projects related to the federal court system and the administration of justice. Four positions are available. Qualifications: Candidates must have: at least one postgraduate degree; two or more years of professional experience with a record of high achievement; multi-disciplinary training, including familiarity with the judicial system. Salary: $123,006.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SUPERVISOR: District of Columbia Courts, Probate Division. Washington, D.C. Duties: Incumbent is responsible for supervising office staff and the daily operation of the Quality Assurance Office, providing leadership, establishing office policies and procedures, training and guidance to office staff with respect to orders processing, courtroom support and Probate Division procedures and policies as well as providing information to upper management, attorneys and the public pertaining to cases filed within the division. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus four years of administrative experience in a court or legal setting including three years using a computer system; Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted. Salary:  $69,764 - $90,698. (2008)

DRIVER (Hourly): Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Freehold, NJ. Summary: The Monmouth County Superior Court of New Jersey is seeking a responsible and dependable driver to operate a State provided van to transport juvenile probationers. Duties: Schedule and hours vary on average between 6 and 12 hours per week; driver must be flexible. Vehicle pick-up and starting point will be at the Monmouth Vicinage Probation Department, 30 Mechanic Street, Freehold; all assigned pick-up destinations will be within Monmouth County. Qualifications: A flawless New Jersey driving record is required. Salary: $10.00 per hour. (2008)

SENIOR CLINICAL FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGYST: Minnesota Judicial Branch. Summary: The Minnesota Judicial Branch is seeking one full time and several part time highly skilled Senior Forensic Clinical Psychologists to provide forensic psychological assessments and evaluations for the court in multiple judicial branch locations statewide. Position will focus primarily on sexually dangerous person/sexual psychopathic personality civil commitment examinations and may provide evaluation services for other civil commitment and Rule 20 criminal cases, or for other areas of the court, as needed.  The full time position will help coordinate the work of employees and/or contracted professionals performing branch-wide evaluations, provide case assignment and mentoring to peers, and provide input to management for use in workflow analysis and program optimization. The position requires state-wide travel, with mileage reimbursement or state-provided car. Duties: Conduct comprehensive forensic and psychological examinations and assessments of persons alleged to be sexually dangerous persons or sexual psychopathic personalities in civil commitment cases based on in-depth clinical interviews, interpretation of specialized psychological test and procedures, documentary review, case history review, and collateral interview.  Conduct comprehensive forensic and psychological evaluations and assessments of persons alleged to be mentally ill, mentally retarded, chemically dependent, and/or mentally ill.  Formulate complex psycho-legal opinions, diagnostic impressions, personality assessments, treatment/dispositional recommendations, risk assessments and other related opinions as solicited by the Court. Develop, maintain, implement and update a broad repertoire of diagnostic, assessment and consultation skills responsive to the psychological services needs of the Minnesota Judicial Branch.  Write comprehensive forensic psychological assessment reports that provide conclusions concerning psychological legal issues based on case history material, individual, and familial interviews, as well as interpretations of results of specialized psychological tests, including projective tests.  Participate in camera discussions of the evaluation with the Court and its officers; offer sworn, expert testimony in contested proceedings.  Develop and implement orientation and training programs, present professional training workshops, design, implement and present special research projects, and participate in the development and implementation of special projects and policy as needed. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree in Clinical or Consulting Psychology, or its equivalent.  Considerable post-doctoral experience as a clinical psychologist in a medical or mental health setting. Eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Minnesota. Considerable knowledge of the theories, principles, research and procedures of clinical psychology, personality assessment, psychiatric diagnosis, clinical interventions, risk assessment, criminal recidivism, and treatment effectiveness.  Advanced clinical abilities in managing high-conflict situations and defusing the agitation and potential aggression of hostile, psychotic and/or severely disturbed clientele.  Ability to engage clients from a diverse array of racial, ethnic, geopolitical, linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds.  Ability to apply knowledge of State and Federal Statutes, Case Law, Rules of Court, as they pertain to the provision of forensic psychological services in the Minnesota Judicial Branch.  Ability to speak and write about highly complex and technical findings in a clear and organized manner.  Considerable experience providing forensic evaluations for the Court, particularly in the areas of civil commitment of sex offenders and/or predisposition evaluations of sex offenders.  One of the positions will be responsible for some oversight, and the ideal candidate would also have some experience coordinating or supervising the work of doctoral level psychologists.  Must successfully pass a criminal background check.Salary: $29.31 - $45.46/hr (2008)

GRANTS COORDINATOR: Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Baltimore, Maryland. Duties: The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a grants coordinator for part-time, non-benefited contractual work in the Administrative Office.  The Grants Coordinator: Identifies and applies for public and private grant resources, researches and informs staff of grants available to fund Court activities and screens out non-useable grants. Assists in developing departmental procedures for submitting applications, distributing grant proposal applications to department staff and monitoring the status of applications. Coordinates and participates on grant proposal project teams and provides technical assistance to the teams. Trains department administrators and community representatives in the preparation of grant proposals and applications. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in grant proposal writing and development or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A history of successful grant funding procurement is highly preferred. Knowledge of grant proposal preparation. Knowledge of grant resources. Ability to apply for and monitor grants. Ability to write effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Salary: $45,000 (2008)

BRANCH CHIEF, QUALITY ASSURANCE BRANCH: Criminal Division, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW. Duties: Manages the operations of the Quality Assurance Branch of the Criminal Division. Monitors work of staff for compliance with branch and division standards and goals. Identifies and addresses training and development needs of the Branch. Responsible for Branch staff management, evaluation, development, and training. Conducts research, evaluates policies and procedures, and analyzes operations in order to develop recommendations for improved Branch effectiveness. The incumbent must also analyze and interpret laws, appellate decisions and court procedures related to cases handled by the Division, in order to keep judicial officers and staff abreast of issues. The incumbent must revise operations and/or implement new procedures immediately, when necessary. Responsible for monitoring correction of cases on quality control reports. Performs other duties as assigned.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related field plus five (5) years of experience as a manager or supervisor using a computer system (knowledge of Word, Outlook and Excel strongly preferred). Additional directly related experience may be substituted on a year-for- year basis. Possession of a directly related post graduate degree or certification from the Institute of Court Management (ICM) may be substituted for one (1) of the years of required experience. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application (if available). Salary: $82,961-$107,854 (2008)

COURT SPECIALIST: Justice Systems Inc., Albuquerque, NM. Summary: Court Specialists work under the direction of the Product Manager/Sr. Court Specialist to provide training and support to new and existing clients, work with the development teams and promote case management solutions with marketing personnel. Duties: In addition to providing training and support, the Court Specialist is a valuable resource to the development team, often providing direction and suggestions on how the application should function.  The Court Specialist acts as a liaison between the court and developers to explain needed functionality in a clear and concise manner. The Court Specialist is often called upon to validate and test system functionality before it is released to the courts and to give feedback where necessary to the development team. The Court Specialist also plays an important role in the marketing and demonstration of the case management system. Court Specialists are called upon to assist with presentations to small and large groups in addition to responding to written Requests For Information and Requests For Proposal. Qualifications: Candidates must have experience working in a Court and have a thorough understanding of court operations, as they will be called upon to offer recommendations and suggestions to help the court adopt new procedures in order to take full advantage of a new case management system. (2008)

DRIVER: Monmouth Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: The Monmouth County Superior Court of New Jersey is seeking a responsible and dependable driver to operate a State provided van to transport juvenile probationers. Schedule and hours vary on average between 6 and 12 hours per week; driver must be flexible. Vehicle pick-up and starting point will be at the Monmouth Vicinage Probation Department. All assigned pick-up destinations will be within Monmouth County. Qualifications: Applicant will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey. A flawless New Jersey driving record is required. Salary: $10 per hour. (2008)

COURT AIDE/ FILE CLERK: District of Columbia Courts, Civil Division. Summary: Receives and files documents. Duties: Locates documents in files and dispatches them to the appropriate office. Maintains inventory control over documents and files. Picks up and delivers computer printouts and other materials. Assists the Courtroom Clerk with gathering necessary papers, cases and books, preparing forms and making entries about exhibits. Assists the Courtroom Clerk with routing court files to the proper office. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or General Equivalence Diploma (GED) plus 6 months of clerical experience. Salary: $27,159-$35,303. (2007)

BRANCH CHIEF, COURTROOM SUPPORT AND QUALITY CONTROL: District of Columbia Courts, Family Court. Summary: Incumbent plans, develops, administers and evaluates programs and special projects designed to accomplish Courtroom Support and Quality Control Branch functions. Duties: Responsible for the assignment of courtroom support staff to the judicial officers assigned to the Family Court. Ensures that the Courtroom staff accurately processes and appropriately deposits all family court exhibits. Ensures that quality assurance functions are performed with a high level of accuracy and in a manner that is consistent with the protocols established by the Family Court. Evaluates branch, division and court policies, procedures and practices, and makes recommendations for improvements. Monitors work of staff for compliance with branch and division standards and goals. Identifies and addresses training and development needs of the section. Responsible for branch staff management, evaluation, development, and training. Responsible for preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual operations reports. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of specialized experience providing leadership and direction in an office environment including 2 years of experience as a first-level supervisor, and 1 year using a computer system. Knowledge of Court database programs preferred. Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted. Salary: $79,397-$103,220. (2007)

CIRCUIT COURT ADMINISTRATOR 2: South Dakota Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pierre, SD. Summary: This position is responsible to the presiding circuit judge and State Court Administrator’s Office for the administrative functions of a 14-county circuit. Duties: This person will relieve the presiding judge of administrative tasks which include budget and fiscal preparation, personnel, facility, case flow and jury management as well as a liaison with other agencies. This position processes and responds to administrative-related documents and/or correspondence. Also, this position is challenged to maintain an efficient system and minimize personnel problems and problems with the public which can be difficult due to the number and diversity of position supervised, as well as the geographical area of positions supervised. Qualifications: Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, judicial administration or a related field. Certification from Institute for Court Management Court Executive Development Program preferred. Two years in business or judicial administration or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $53,683.98 - $67,104.98 (2007).

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Municipal Division, Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem Counties. Summary: Under the direction of a Court Executive 2B (Division Manager) or other supervisory personnel, this individual will perform varied operational and administrative tasks relative to the operation and maintenance of the division and the 45 municipal courts in the three counties. Duties: Provides administrative support for the division manager, provides human resources support fro unit; maintains supplies and monitors the municipal division budget, acts as liaison between division staff and municipal courts, other divisions, Administrative Office of the Courts – Municipal Court Services staff and outside agencies; coordinates report collection activities; prepares correspondence, reports or proposals, analyzes and verifies data against source documents; reviews activities for compliance with laws, court rules and administrative directives; plans implementation of projects or programs including Municipal Court training; helps plan and draft agendas for meetings; tabulates statistical data; conducts research; investigate complaints; recommends improvements in operating procedures and practices. 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: $37,572.91 - $61,556.94 (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B (OMBUDSMAN): Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic Vicinage. Summary: The Passaic Vicinage is seeking a proactive manager with exceptional customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills to function as an ombudsman for court users. The selected individual will be responsible for the development and management of programs designed to promote public trust in the courts and enhance customer service, provide procedural assistance to self-representing litigants (pro se litigants), educate the public regarding programs and services and facilitate the resolution of complaints. Duties: Specific duties will include: assisting court users, including pro se litigants, by explaining court operations, processes and procedures and providing resource materials; responding to complaints by providing information, assistance or guidance and, as appropriate, referring the court user to an appropriate court division for resolution; serving as the vicinage information and customer service liaison with the public; developing cooperative working relationships with vicinage management and staff to ensure overall quality customer service; developing and coordinating public information initiatives such as court tours, speakers’ bureau, public reception service areas and information services and materials; maintaining a resource library including lists of state and local social service agencies and lawyer referral services for the use of court customers; documenting complaints and monitoring resolution; making recommendations to the Assignment Judge or Trial Court Administrator for improvement in court services to the public; training vicinage staff on customer service, sensitivity and to the role of the ombudsman; recommending improvements in the operations of the ombudsman’s office and public information activities to the Assignment Judge or Trial Court Administrator; participating in the development of brochures and other informational materials; and performing related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional or professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Knowledge of court operations, processes and programs is helpful. Legal experience or graduation from law school, the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English and experience working with diverse populations are helpful as well. Familiarity with and ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite applications are also helpful. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)

PUBLIC INFORMATION COORDINATOR: Denver, CO. Summary: Assists in development and implementation the Colorado Judicial Department's communications, public education and information programs. Primary responsibilities will include content analysis and development, publications, and public education. Duties: Assists in responding to media inquiries by gathering information and referring the media to appropriate resources. Works with public information officer to provide workshops and round table discussions for the media about the courts statewide. Updates, edits, and distributes the “Media Guide to Colorado Courts”. Develops, designs branch publications including annual report narratives, self-help brochures, and executive summaries of reports. Assists in the development and implementation of statewide public education project initiatives, including coordination of Supreme Court and Court of Appeals “Courts in the Community Program”. Manages logistics with Supreme Court and Court of Appeals regarding requests to visit the court; attends court visits and provides event support to court staff and PIO. Assists in developing press releases, media alerts and Branch announcements. Works with PIO to develop and implement strategies for dealing with difficult issues publicly and for garnering positive press attention. Serves as an advisor for programs and individuals within the Judicial Department on communications matters. Assists in providing advice to judges in matters related to the media and in media relations training for judges. Works with PIO and Web Administrator to develop and enhance the Colorado Judicial Branch’s internet and intranet websites. Seeks and secures approvals for internet postings and works with the Webmaster to post information to the internet in a timely manner. Provides staff support to Supreme Court and Court of Appeals committees as appropriate. Responsible for developing and updating bench books online. Attends meetings and training as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, journalism, judicial or public administration or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum three years experience in news media, emphasis on court-related reporting highly desired; experience in education, communications, court management or like field may be substituted. Institutional knowledge of the courts is highly preferred. Working knowledge of web-based communications preferred. Additional related work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required formal education. Salary: $4,160 - $5,576/Month. (2007)  

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COURT ADMINISTRATOR MANAGER: Booz Allen Hamilton, McLean, VA. Summary: Opportunity to provide technical and strategic leadership to, and lead the future growth of, an established business sector, court administration reform, for Booz Allen Hamilton. The candidate will serve as the McLean, VA-based manager, advisor, and technical resource for two large court administration reform projects. Duties: The candidate will participate in developing project work plans, monitoring progress against plan, advising on changes or refinements to plans, and providing other strategic guidance and/or technical leadership. The candidate will also hold responsibility for identifying potential new projects; conducting advance market development work in the field; conducting strategic recruiting for new opportunities; and managing and/or contributing to proposal efforts to win new businesses. The candidate will establish good professional and working relationships with leading project staff and client decision-makers for the existing projects; identify and lead business development efforts for new projects; and identify and recruit potential staff and independent consultants for future court administration reform work. Extraordinary contribution would be to maintain or beat revenue and profitability targets for the existing court administration projects; and establishing a reputation for Booz Allen as one of the leading firms for court administration reform in the industry. Qualifications: For PhD/LLM, six years of relevant work experience. For JD/ADB, eight years of relevant work experience. For BA/BS, 14 years of relevant work experience. For all educational levels: Senior-level work experience in a relevant field. Five years of supervisory experience in a relevant field. Demonstrated record of effective management and business development. At least two years spent working in a developing country environment (may include work experience on international development programs regardless of location of work. Experience working with senior officials of foreign and U.S. governments and agencies preferred. Experience with both home office project management and overseas project implementation supervision preferred. Previous experience in providing technical assistance in the areas of case flow management, delay reduction, court automation, information systems, and administrative procedures is highly desirable. Fluency in English is required, and in other languages is desirable. (2006)

EXECUTIVE MANAGER: Travis County Justice & Public Safety. Summary: The Travis County Justice & Public Safety is seeking an Executive Manager Justice & Public Safety. Serves under the general policy direction of the Commissioners Court. Duties: Responsible for administration, management, and functions, and operates as Direct Supervisor for Department Heads for the Travis County Counseling and Education Services Department, the Juvenile Public Defender, and operates as Department Head for the Criminal Justice Planning Department. Serves as primary liaison between Commissioners Court and justice organizations, entities, and jurisdictions in the justice and public safety arena. Manages multiple departments through senior administrators to ensure completion of performance mission and objectives in compliance with multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. Advises the Commissioners Court on matters pertaining to justice and public safety issues. Works with other independently elected or appointed officials in the county, city, state and community on matters pertaining to the justice system and public safety. Directs administrative work relating to a broad range of county management issues in the justice and public safety arena. Negotiates and monitors contracts and other purchasing processes under JPS authority. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Justice, Public Safety, Public/Policy Administration, or a related field AND eight (8) years of progressively responsible senior administrative level, professional management and leadership experience in Criminal Justice, at the executive level of state and local government, or public sector management/administration, including a minimum of five (5) years of senior administrative level and supervision of managerial and professional personnel work activities and responsibility for developing, implementing and managing goals and objectives with significant organizational impact. Preferred: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Public Safety or a related field. Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License. Salary: Minimum: $8892.75 Monthly; Midpoint: $11560.57; Monthly; and Maximum: $14228.40 Monthly. All ranges commensurate with experience. (2006)

JUDICIAL SOCIAL WORKER II: Office of the Public Guardian, Supreme Court, Judiciary of Guam. Duties: This is moderately complex professional social work involved in the application of social work principles and theories in the diagnosis and treatment of adult and elderly wards who have social problems. An employee in this class performs moderately complex professional work independently on an ongoing basis and participates in the full range of complex professional duties under close supervision. Qualifications: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; OR Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science and one year of professional social work experience. Minimum Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Knowledge of the social casework principles and techniques. Knowledge of applicable computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to work and communicate effectively with the public, government officials (local and federal), court employees, and to network effectively with agencies in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to exercise sound judgment in the solving of social work problems and making decisions in accordance with federal and local laws, policies, rules, and regulations and other program guidelines. Ability to conduct meetings and make formal presentations. Ability to understand the dynamics of human behavior of individuals and groups. Ability to refer clients to appropriate agency resources. Ability to utilize relevant personality theory, casework method, supervision, and consultation in social work practices. Ability to organize and maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports. Skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license. Salary: $26,520. (2006)  

PRINTING OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN 1: Print Shop, AOC, Trenton New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking an experienced individual to work under the direction of the Supervisor, Printing Operations, Judiciary (Supervisor 2) or other supervisory personnel. The selected candidates will operate offset printing machines and varied office machines used in development, production and assembly of forms, booklets, and assorted graphic material. Additional duties will include organizing assigned technical offset printing, and operating and performing routine maintenance or varied machines. Qualifications: Completion of a vocational, technical or specialized training program in graphic and printing communications with course work including printing techniques, copy preparation, composition and layout and graphic art. Six months of experience in work involving printing and graphic art techniques, layout, equipment operation and maintenance and supplies. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute two years of additional non-supervisory printing and graphic arts operation experience. Applicants must have the ability to perform work that requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching during the operation and maintenance of the machine. The selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Salary: $22,266 - $38,879. (2006)  

OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM ASSISTANT: Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: The Monmouth Vicinage is seeking a dynamic customer service individual to provide a variety of administrative and clerical services related to the vicinage Ombudsman program. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 1B (Ombudsman), the selected candidate will assist with customer service initiatives and special projects; facilitate court tours; maintain and update literature, packets and brochures; collect survey data and compile data onto spreadsheets; conduct research and provide information to the public. Other functions include conducting mailings, answering telephone inquiries; organizing files, and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications: Experience in an office environment and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is helpful. Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are also helpful. Experience working with diverse populations and ability to communicate in Spanish and English is helpful. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 wpm 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 wpm: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the N.J. Department of Personnel. Salary: $14.00 - $18.00. (2006)

RECORDS AND REPRODUCTION/MAIL CLERK: U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Cleveland, OH. Summary: The incumbent is a member of the District Court’s operations team and provides services to the bench, bar and public. This position is located in the Cleveland office reporting to the Operations Supervisor, ultimately reporting to the Clerk of Court. Travel between offices in Akron, Toledo, and Youngstown is required based on the operational needs of the Clerk’s office. The Clerk’s Office offers an opportunity for a team player who is self-motivated, detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communications skills and strong work ethic to launch or continue a career in court administration. Our fast-paced, prestigious environment consists of challenging and rewarding work, training opportunities, and the potential for advancement for bright people with strong initiative. Duties: Sorts, monitors, and scans court documents through an imaging system. Maintains integrity of the filing system by such means as monitoring proper access to records and maintaining timely and accurate filing of documents. Retrieves files and makes copies of records for court personnel, attorneys, and others. Identifies files to be retired and archived. Prepares and ships records to the appropriate Federal Records Center. Also retrieves records from centers when needed. Creates and reviews list to be sent to the Federal Records Center. Maintains automated case tracking systems for file location. Creates and maintains accession listing for all files at the Federal Records Center. Ensures files are complete and in numerical order. Removes non-archivable items from case files. Operates a variety of copying and records equipment. Maintain statistics on copy request information. Responsible for postage metering of outgoing mail. Jointly responsible for opening and recording of incoming court mail. Conduct civil and criminal record investigations. Qualifications: Candidate must be a high school graduate. Applicants will be required to lift a minimum of 25 pounds (volumes of case files, boxes to be archived, etc.). Skills and Experience: Excellent oral and written communication skills; exceptional ability to interact with individuals at all levels; thorough knowledge of general office procedures and filing systems; ability to maintain strict confidentiality and work under strict deadlines; experience using desktop applications such as WordPerfect, and operation of the copying and records equipment; dependability, reliability, and timeliness in the completion of assignments. Salary: $28,817 - $46,821. (2006)

COURT CLINICIAN I: Albuquerque, New Mexico. Summary: Under general supervision conducts clinical interviews, mediation, and assists with custody evaluation; writes parenting plans, treatment recommendations, and consultation reports; serves as section 11-706 expert witness for the court manages assigned cases. Qualifications: A masters degree in counseling, psychology or other mental health related field; 40 hours of mediation training in the area of families/custody disputes; licensure to practice in the State of New Mexico as a LPCC, LISW or LMFT; and three (3) years experience working with families and children in therapeutic setting. A licensed Ph.D. in psychology, counseling or other mental health related field may substitute for (2) years experience. Salary: 42, 946 annually. (2006)

SUPERVISOR 2: Print Shop, AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking an individual to join the Management Services, Print Shop Services Unit. The selected candidate will review incoming service requests with customers to clarify the desired format of the finished product; determine due dates and relevant time constraints; assign priority for scheduling purposes; and determine production methods. The Supervisor 2 is responsible for the process by which each production step of each services request is distributed among staff; ensures the progress of service request for proper transition to each subsequent productions step; checks each job for proper quantity, format and copy quality; ensures that team members are in sync as work progresses from step to step; and perform related duties. Qualifications: Two(2) years of supervisory experience in an office environment overseeing a variety of clerical, administrative and support services. Experience in a print shop environment and/or electronic print job submission would be helpful. Salary: $40,082-$65,447. (2006)

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