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COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Civil Division, Camden Vicinage. Camden, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Civil Division Manager) and/or other higher level supervisory officer, the successful candidate will manage and coordinate professional and support staff on case related or case management teams. Duties: This individual will develop/formulate procedures or practices to ensure efficient court/unit operations and caseflow management practices; evaluate unit or team performance in accordance with established policies or procedures; mediate conflicts among staff or team members; provide direction for achieving organization, unit or project goals to assure that time and quality standards are met; resolve leave time scheduling conflicts for employees; foster ongoing communication with team and team judges; analyze statistical data and/or case management reports; conduct formal work performance evaluations of staff or team members, and keep abreast of standard operating procedures, “best practices”, court rules, and changes in legislation. Also, this person must possess strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple projects. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in Case Management, Supervision, Calendar Management, or Program Administration including development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68 - $91,442.69. (2008)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Family Court Social Services, District of Columbia Courts. Summary: Incumbent serves as assistant to the Director and is responsible for providing administrative,secretarial and clerical support to the Director. Serves as the first point of contact for the Office of the Director, and shares with the Director the confidentiality of all office matters. Duties: Responsible for taking, organizing and submitting to the Director all notes and minutes from meetings attended with the Director, and for assisting with the management of the physical plant, fleet vehicles and utilization of parking spaces. Responsible for daily time and attendance of Office staff, and entering data and work schedules into ETAMS. Processes supply orders for the Office through the Pegasys Financial System. Maintains Director’s calendar and schedules appointments as well as conferences. Performs all typing, filing and clerical assistance; responsible for establishing, modifying and maintaining files on reports, correspondences and other materials. Organizes workflow in the Office and prepares and issues written instructions and protocols on office procedures. Receives and distributes all incoming mail; maintains a log of correspondence and ensures that timelines for responses are met. Reviews (as directed) outgoing mail for accuracy, format and conformance with policies, as well as correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, uniform abbreviations and symbols, and factual details. Serves (as directed) as liaison between the Division and HR Division on all personnel matters, and prepares requests for personnel action. Assists in updating and preparing budget information as well as Management Action Plans updates for review and approval. Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED and five (5) years of progressive secretarial or clerical experience, including two (2) years in a social service/law enforcement environment. Education past the high school level, e.g. secretarial training or college, may substitute for general experience, on a year-to-year basis. If education is substituted for experience, proof of education must be submitted with application. Salary: $50,408 - $65,531. (2009)

PROGRAM COORDINATOR (ASSISTANT MANAGER)-DISTRICT COURT: Yamika and Grandview District Offices; Yakima, WA. Summary: Assist with oversight of the administrative staff and court operations in the Yakima and Grandview District Court offices.  Duties: Acts as Manager in the absence of the Court Manager. Develops, implements and monitors performance and training standards for employees. Provides guidance to assigned staff members, ensures all staff are thoroughly trained in their area and cross-trained to cover for co-workers. Develops a supervisory team through coaching and mentoring of office supervisors and coordinators; ensures that supervisors and coordinators are following the progressive discipline standards for the courts. Recommends to the Manager selection, assignment and discipline of employees as needed. Drafts and/or updates position description questionnaire as needed. Works closely with Human Resources on personnel issues such as:  employee recruitment, hiring, FMLA reporting, accident reporting. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Court Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field Four years progressively responsible experience in the area of assignment including two years experience in a supervisory capacity, or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Salary: $3,610.00 – 5,147.00 (8.0 hr/day) per month. (2009)

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ASSOCIATE: Marin County Superior Court, Indianapolis, IN. Summary: This confidential classification is distinguished by its responsibility for providing clerical and administrative support assistance to the Court Executive Officer and Assistant Executive Officers and its responsibility for exercising a high degree of initiative and independent judgment in performing confidential and complex clerical and/or administrative support work related to the daily operations of the court. This class reports to the Court Executive Officer. Duties: Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls; explains procedures and provides factual information to inquiries received; takes messages and refers callers to appropriate resources; responds to complaints and personally resolves matters as appropriate; provides backup clerical and receptionist support to Family Court Services. Relieves court administration of certain administrative matters by preparing and transmitting confidential information, keeping informed of pertinent issues, maintaining calendars, and scheduling meetings and conferences. Composes correspondence either independently or from brief instructions, drafts or dictation; types a variety of correspondence, memos, reports, charts and statistical data using word processing and spreadsheet software programs. Qualifications: Possession of a high school diploma, or its equivalent, and three years of increasingly responsible clerical and/or administrative support experience. Salary: $55,078.40 - $65,499.20. (2009)

ASSISTANT COURT EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Marin County Superior Court. Summary: The Assistant Court Executive Officer is a management class responsible for administering day-to-day activities related to all nonjudicial support activities and the provision of judicial and administrative support functions. The incumbents also provide assistance to the Court Executive Officer/Jury Commissioner in the areas of long and short-term planning, budget development and administration, and the preparation and implementation of operational and administrative policies, procedures and work standards. This class is distinguished from that of the Court Executive Officer, in that the latter has overall administrative responsibility for all nonjudicial administrative functions and supervises this class. Duties: Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates staff and activities required to provide judicial and nonjudicial support for the Court on a day-to-day basis, through subordinate levels of management and supervision. Manages the budget and fiscal operations of the Court and provides input to the Judicial Council of California on trial court budget processes, consistent with California Rule of Court §6.601. Develops a comprehensive Court personnel plan for submission to the Judicial Council of California, in accordance with California Rule of Court §6.650. Oversees all administrative functions of the Court, including personnel and labor relations through subordinate levels of management and supervision. Provides for the selection, training, professional development and discipline of all Court staff through subordinate levels of management and supervision. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in court administration, business or public administration, criminal justice or a closely related field and three years of progressively responsible court/judicial administrative experience which includes two years in complex management analysis and staff supervision. A master's degree in Judicial Administration, Public or Business Administration, or designation as a Fellow of the Institute of Court Management is desirable. Salary: $130,000.00 - $150,259.20. (2009)

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Operations Division, Somerset County. Somerville, NJ. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Operations Division Manager) and the Court Executive 1a (Jury Manager), the selected candidate will exercise formal, day-to-day supervision of the jury management professional and support staff and direct operations to include all phases of jury processing, grand jury functions inclusive of summoning, qualifying, orientation, and payment of jurors. In addition to these duties, this supervisory position will have oversight responsibilities for other program areas within the Operations Division and special projects as assigned. Working knowledge of computer programs to include Lotus Notes, Word, Excel, PowerPoint along with experience with Jury Automated System (JAS) would be helpful. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in purchasing, facilities management, or investigation. 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: $52,667.68 - $91,442.69. (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2 (TEAM LEADER): Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage. Bridgeton, NJ. Duties: Under the general direction of the Division Manager and/or Assistant, managers and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional, paraprofessional and support staff working within a case processing division. The selected individual will motivate and develop members of the team in order to encourage cooperation, foster commitment and team spirit so that customers receive results in a timely manner. This person will also identify and analyze problems in order to implement and enforce court orders; supervise and monitor offenders and manage caseloads. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders, enforcement of court orders, calendar management; and program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $54,247.71 - $94,185.97. (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Essex Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Newark, NJ. Summary: Essex Vicinage is seeking a savvy, innovative self-starter to join the Civil Division. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Civil Division Manager), the selected individual will review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or administrative directives; recommend improvements in judiciary programs; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; analyze data processing or communications needs of court system or teams; recommend changes to organizational structure or work processes; explain judiciary policies or procedures to clients or customers; advise management on personnel issues; direct (coordinate) work between units or teams; consult with judges, attorneys or law clerks for litigants with regard to special problems or pending cases and evaluate case management systems to offer suggestions or solutions to existing problems. 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 experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Demonstrated supervisory experience in a union environment, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse constituents are helpful. The selected candidate will interact with all levels of management and participate in departmental meetings, partnership meetings and on task forces. Salary: $69,251.84 - $104,333.67. (2009)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Maricopa County Justice Courts. Phoenix, AZ. Summary: The Maricopa County Justice Courts are seeking a Deputy Court Administrator. Duties: This position directs and coordinates the administrative functions of the 25 Justice Courts and Justice Court Administration in Maricopa County at the direction of the Presiding Justice of the Peace and Justice Court Bench. Salary: $59,800 – $104,000. (2009)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Justice Courts of Arizona, Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ. Summary: The Justice Courts of Arizona in Maricopa County is seeking a Deputy Court Administrator of Limited Jurisdiction Courts.  The position requires significant experience in managing others and applying professional knowledge, skills and abilities to achieve key operational results.  This position directs and coordinates the administrative functions of the Justice Courts in Maricopa County. This position works under the general policy direction of the Presiding Justice of the Peace and the Justice Court Administrator.  The Deputy Court Administrator is a Contract position reviewed at the end of each fiscal year.  It is exempt from FLSA overtime status. Duties: Under the direction of the Justice Court Administrator, the Deputy Administrator is responsible for directing administrative activities and staff in the organization, development and implementation of court programs and services, such as justice court operations, budget development and monitoring, information technology, human resource administration, purchasing and procurement for 25 Justice Courts.  The Deputy Director directly supervises administrative support staff by assigning and reviewing work, assisting with goal setting, conducting performance appraisals, and career development.  The Deputy Administrator conducts research for the Presiding Justice of the Peace such as best practices, strategic planning, special projects, compliance objectives, and responds to requests from the Justice Court Bench. Qualifications: Position requires Bachelor’s Degree in Judicial Administration, Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a closely related field from an academically accredited college or university and five years of increasingly responsible court administration or supervisory/management experience in a criminal justice or court environment.  A Master’s Degree in Judicial Administration, Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a closely related field may substitute for two years of court administration experience.  Salary: $59,800 - $104,000. (2009)

DEPUTY COURT EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino. San Bernardino, CA. Summary: The Deputy Court Executive Officer plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Administrative divisions including: Fiscal, Personnel, Facilities, Records, Jury, Grand Jury, Contract Administration, Compliance, Purchasing, and Indigent Defense. This position is a member of the Executive Team and reports directly to the Court Executive Officer. Duties: Typical duties of the Deputy Court Executive Officer include, but are not limited to: Assists the Court Executive Officer in program and departmental planning and development and in the communication and implementation of the Court’s goals, values and policies. Directs programs of the court through subordinate management; advises and directs subordinate administrators and managers in the resolution of issues to increase efficiency, comply with judicial policy and conform to applicable legislation. Makes recommendations and assists in formulating court-wide policies and procedures; confers with the Court Executive Officer, Presiding Judge, the Court Executive Committee, judges of the court, and operational managers in determining and revising court policies. Assists in directing strategic initiatives of the Court, including research, analysis and planning for administrative programs. Directs the preparation of comprehensive studies, reports and long-range planning and development programs. Reviews, evaluates and interprets trends, new legal requirements, laws and pending legislation affecting court programs; implements policy and procedural changes to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines. Develops and implements innovative and creative delivery methods to introduce new programs, enhance existing systems, improve services and meet the goals and objectives of the Court. Serves on and coordinates support to various Court Judges’ Committees and serves as a member and attends meetings with Judicial Council working groups, County and justice system agencies. Qualifications: The Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate for this position will have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, administration of justice or finance. A Master’s degree is highly desirable. The candidate must have 10 years of administrative management experience. Experience in a court or legal environment is desirable. Salary: $130,249 — $166,691. (2009)

ASSISTANT CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR: Judicial Council of California, The Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, AOC. Sacramento, CA. Summary: Under direction, assists the Clerk/Administrator in managing personnel and non-judicial administrative support activities for an entire appellate court; performs related work as assigned. Duties: The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Clerk/Administrator in managing the day-to-day operations of the Clerk’s Office and assisting with administrative support activities, including human resources, information systems, facility management, and finance operations for the entire court.  This class is distinguished from the Clerk/Administrator in that the latter functions with full authority and accountability for assigned administrative responsibilities in an appellate court. The Assistant Clerk/Administrator will be responsible for: Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; recommends selection of staff and provides for their professional development; recommends discipline as required; Participates in developing and/or revising administrative policies and procedures for assigned activities; Reviews and responds to correspondence and inquiries regarding interpretation of court policies and procedures for assigned areas; Participates in developing, administering, and monitoring budget of an appellate court; As assigned, assists in or independently handles a variety of administrative support activities for an entire court, including: facility and space planning; the procurement of supplies, equipment, and office furniture; providing the full range of human resources support;  coordinating information systems activities; and administering a variety of business services support activities; May serve as primary coordinator for all building management functions between building owner and State Business Services in non-state owned facilities; and Acts with full authority for the Clerk/Administrator in his or her absence. Qualifications: Equivalent to possession of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in court administration or a related field, and four years of court management experience, including one year of supervisory or lead experience.  A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Salary: $7,287 – $8,856. (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. 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. An advanced degree in a related field, and/or a J.D., is strongly preferred. Salary: $92,582. (2009)

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Trial Court Administrative Services Division, Sacramento, CA. Duties: Ensures appropriate integration between AOC staff and Systems Integrator to allow for a thorough and seamless deployment of the Phoenix – Human Resources and any subsequent upgrades to the Phoenix – Financial and Human Resources systems to trial courts; Manages deliverables as set forth in agreement with System Integrator and ensures timely delivery of services; Ensures development and adherence of the Trial Court Administrative Services Division budget including costs related to Systems Integrator and consultant(s) contracts; Developing, implementing, and communicating the overall vision, goals, objectives, and strategic direction of the Phoenix Program to AOC and Systems Integrator staff in furtherance of Judicial Council goals and priorities; Performs executive level communication with courts to assist in resolving concerns or issues; Participates in developing AOC and branch-wide policies, priorities, goals, and objectives and assists in their implementation as necessary; Creates performance and development plans for employees; Conducts periodic discussions about progress on performance and development plans; Prepares written performance reviews and discusses same with assigned staff; Attend and participate in staff and committee meetings;  Attend training as deemed appropriate for the work assigned; and Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Equivalent to possession of a bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience in the relevant field, including a minimum of three years of increasingly responsible management experience. Completion of graduate level college coursework in law, public administration, business administration, or other directly related field may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis (but not for the three years of management experience). OR Two years as a Manager or Senior Manager; or three years as a Supervising Analyst, Supervising Attorney, or other supervisory-level professional class with the judicial branch.  Salary: $10,367 - $13,060/mth (2008)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Superior Court of Fulton County. Atlanta, Georgia. Summary: Under the direction of the District Trial Court Administrator, the Assistant Court Administrator will provide administrative, management, and technical support to the Fulton County Superior Court. Position will be heavily involved in civil and criminal case management support. Qualifications: Applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five years’ of professional experience in a public, private, or preferably a court related environment, including experience in planning and coordinating program activity with progressive management or administration experience including supervision of professional and technical staff Graduates of the Institute for Court Management (ICM) preferred. Detailed knowledge of NACM “Core Competencies” is important. Salary: $90,823. (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Assistant Criminal Division Manager, Bergen County Justice Center, Hackensack, NJ. Summary: The Bergen Vicinage is seeking a highly motivate individual with excellent leadership and communication skills to oversee all criminal court operations under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Criminal Division Manager).  The selected individual will be responsible for assisting in formulating and directing the implementation of Judiciary plans, programs, goals, policies and procedures and managing Judiciary resources.  The candidate must also demonstrate the ability to be flexible and to manage successfully within a fast paced environment. Duties: Specific duties will include advising staff on deadlines, rules and regulations; keeping current on legislation, court rules and Judiciary policies affecting the division; interpreting accounting and financial data; preparing statistical reports; recommending personnel actions; evaluating staff performance, mentoring and coaching staff and providing direction and feedback; assessing staff training needs; leading meetings; explaining Judiciary policies and procedures to customers; investigating complaints; assisting in the implementation of operating procedures/systems and performing other 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 and professional experience for education on a year for year basis.  A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience.  A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $65,691.06 - $97,989.16 (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1A: Hunterdon County Justice Center, Flemington, NJ or Somerset County Courthouse, Somerville, NJ. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Assistant Trial Court Administrator of Operations Division Manager), the selected individual will assist in directing and supervising the daily operations of all areas of the Operations Division.  These areas include Jury Management (Petit and Grand), Security, Facilities Administration, Interpreting Services, Transcript Requests, Courtroom Technology, Telephone Administration, Records Retention, Media Requests, Video Conference, and the Volunteer Program.  Responsibilities include project management and coordination of facilities renovations; oversee all building related workorders; daily coordination of on-going health and safety requirements; report and follow up on all facility emergencies; liaison to courthouse judiciary policies and procedures to clients and customers; facilitate staff or team decision making process; instruct staff or team members on work related matters; plan implementation of projects or programs; confer with Judges and Managers on Division needs and pending cases; confer with members of a case management team for program management; recommend improvements in operating procedures and administrative practices; compile statistical data on workload volume and unit expenditures, personnel actions, fixed assets and equipment; maintain personnel and attendance records for staff; supervise employees; evaluate the performance of staff; mentor and coach staff and provide direction and feedback; participate in team or work unit meetings; and other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.  Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one year 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.  A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $49,268.29 - $92,551.38 (2008)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Scottsdale City Court. Summary: The Scottsdale City Court has an opening for a Deputy Court Administrator.  The court is comprised of 67 staff members, including 5 judges and 2 civil traffic hearing officers, and an annual operational budget of $6.2 million.  This is one of two Deputy Court Administrator positions at the City Court, with both reporting to the Court Administrator.  The Deputy Court Administrator is responsible for directing operational areas and staff, as well as planning, organizing and managing activities, researching operational issues, and making recommendation to the Court Administrator or Presiding Judge. Duties: Plans, organizes and manages activities of assigned work units within the City Court, including training, scheduling, hiring decisions, written performance evaluations, coaching employees’ performance and disciplinary actions. Recommends and assists in implementation of court goals, objectives and tactical and strategic planning. Review procedures and implements operational changes as required. Prepares reports and presentations, including statistical reports or analysis and research. Participates in court technology development and enhancement for all court staff. Participates in RFP development, and may serve as contract administrator for specialized contract services, to include monitoring service delivery and compliance. Serves as court liaison with other justice agencies, and provides intergovernmental coordination on assigned projects. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Judicial Administration, Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and four years of increasingly responsible court administration or supervisory experience in a criminal justice or court environment. Leadership and management experience in a court or related environment. Preferred Qualifications: Graduation and a Fellow Certificate from the Institute for Court Management, Court Executive Development Program, National Center for State Courts, is preferred. Masters Degree in Judicial Administration, Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred. Salary: $63,315 - $91,832. (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Civil Division, Camden Vicinage. Summary: Under the supervision of the Court executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator) oversees all civil court operations. Incumbent will formulate and direct the implementation of Judiciary plans, programs, policies and procedures and manage Judiciary resources. Duties: Advise managers on deadlines, rules, regulations or related information; interpret accounting or financial data; recommend personnel action (such as hiring, firing, promoting, disciplining, or demoting); evaluate staff performance; mentor/coach staff and provide direction and feedback; participate in team or work unit meetings; plan agendas for meetings; prepare statistical, technical or financial, review or evaluation reports; explain judiciary policies or procedures to clients or customers; check program success through site visits or testing; investigate complaints; respond to attorney, litigant or citizen complaints; assign workload/specific duties to staff or team members; conduct training sessions or orientation programs; implement operating procedures or systems. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience, three of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and for supervision of staff. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $76,639.57-$108,937.67. (2008)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen Vicinage. Summary: The Bergen County Municipal Division is seeking an organized, highly motivated and energetic Administrative Specialist 4 with solid administrative skills, who can complete assigned work in a timely manner consistent with established standards. Under the general direction of the Municipal Division Manager, the selected individual will work with 72 Municipal Courts and their staff, mentor and coach other administrative employees, as well as establish and administer procedures to ensure efficient operation of the municipal courts and quality standards. Duties: The selected individual will also conduct training sessions and facilitate discussion among federal, state, vicinage, county or local officials, and keep up-to-date with current trends, laws and rules. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: reviewing the Annual Visitation Reports of each municipal court; reviewing the operation of court sessions for compliance with the policies and procedures; handling oral and written communications relating to reviewing, researching and responding to inquiries from judges, judges’ secretaries, attorneys, case managers, litigants and the general public; participating in team or work unit meetings and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. 4 years of professional experience in program evaluation: program development, coordination, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience and a law degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience. Salary: $56,507.68-$88,065.63. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B (OPERATION DIVISION MANAGER): Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland County, Bridgeton, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction of the Assignment Judge and Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), plans, directs and administer the work of the Operations Division which includes oversight of ombudsman; records management; tapes and transcripts; interpreting services; jury management; volunteer programs; law library; complimentary dispute resolution; security and facilities issues. Duties: Formulates and directs the implementation of Judiciary plans, programs, policies and procedures; and manages Judiciary resources. Prepares and analyzes statistical reports; prepares and administers the budget; prepares supervisory staff performance evaluations; recommends disciplinary and/or employee recognition actions; and determines goals and objectives. Other tasks include assessing training needs and requirements to enhance skills and abilities of assigned staff; assigning of personnel; and interviewing job or team applicants. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. 5 years of professional administrative and/or program management experience, 3 of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and for supervision of staff. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted fro 1 year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience. Salary: $76,639.57-$108,937.67. (2007)

COURT ADMINISTRATOR III: Minnesota District Court, Carver County, MN. Summary: The First Judicial District is accepting applications for the Court Administrator III position in Carver County District Court.  District Court facilities are located within the Carver County Justice Center. Carver County is a fast growing southwestern metro county with three resident judges. This position is responsible for the overall management and supervision of all aspects of court operations. Duties: Overall management and supervision of various case processing activities of the court. Strategic planning and implementation.  Interprets and executes statutory mandates, rules of court and judicial polices and procedures. Develops, administers and manages local budget. Manages financial aspects of local court operations including collections, fines and fees, bonds and escrow. Represents District Court and the First District on various local and state committees and workgroups. Develops and implements local policies. Advises judges, lawyers, staff and the public on administrative polices and procedures. Manages the local case management system (MNCIS) and coordinates training and system modifications. Supervisors Court Operations Supervisors. Directly, and indirectly through supervisors, manages all non-judicial Court Administration employees. Public and legislative outreach. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a relevant bachelor’s degree required. Extensive court administrative/management experience and master’s degree in public administration or a related field preferred. Successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check. Salary: $25.47-$39.47 per hour. (2007)

MUNICIPAL COURT ADMINISTRATOR: City of Billings, MT. Summary: Ability to analyze problems, formulate recommendations, empower people and foster change.  Must have enhanced organizational skills and the ability to plan, direct and supervise non-judicial functions within the Court. Duties: Responsibilities include case flow management, records management, jury management, budget management and accounting functions, statistical analysis and projections, public relations, and personnel management. Requires problem solving skills as well as considerable initiative and independent judgment within the framework of Court policy guidelines. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Government, Judicial Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, or related field with management experience.  Five years of responsible office, court or law experience including three years of supervision is required. Salary: $41,953. (2007)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR II: Eleventh Judicial District Court, Aztec, Farmington, Gallup, NM. Summary: The Eleventh Judicial District Court is seeking a Deputy Court Administrator 2. Duties: The successful candidate will assist the Court Administrator in developing, planning, directing, and organizing all of the administrative services of the court; budget preparation; program and caseload statistics; management reports; human resources; information technology; facilities and security. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, judicial administration or a related field and five years of court experience including three years of supervisory experience. Experience may substitute for education at the rate of 30 semester hours equals one year of experience. Salary: $65,000- $70,000. (2007)

ASSISTANT COURT EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Superior Court of California, Napa County. Summary: Assist in the management of administrative, fiscal and operation functions of the Napa Court. Duties: Assist the Court Executive Officer (CEO) in the planning and directing of non-judicial activities and serve as Chief Financial Officer. Make recommendations regarding the organization, financial management and procedures; assist in the management of workload and staff; and act for the CEO in that person’s absence. Duties also include overseeing the management of court staff in Administration and Operations; direct court strategic initiatives; direct the implementation of programs in the areas of Administration (HR, IT, and Fiscal) and Operations (Civil, Court Services, Criminal, Traffic and Minor Offense, Courtroom Clerks, Court Reporters, and Family Court Services). As Chief Financial Officer, develop allocation and expenditure strategies and oversee budget development, provide executive level coordination pf complex studies and projects, oversee the development, implementation and effectiveness of court policies and procedures, initiate case flow management studies, make recommendations to CEO on needed improvements, consult with Judges, court management, AOC and other agencies on court concerns, represent the court system at meetings with County, State, or Justice system agencies, and keep apprised of changes in law that affect the court. Qualifications: Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in a court or county judicial system agency with at least four years in a management or supervisory capacity. Also, an education equivalent to graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major in court administration, public or business administration or a closely related field; advanced degree preferred. Salary: $112,884 - $136,092 (2007)

ASSISTANT CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR: (General Description) Summary: Under direction, assists the administrator in directing, organizing, planning, and controlling the supportive functions of the court system; does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from a four year course at an accredited college or university. One year of responsible supervisory and/or administrative experience in varied phases of business, industrial, governmental, or military service which shall have involved the organization, direction, planning, coordination, or control of significant programs or activities. Applicants who do not meet the educational requirement may substitute additional work experience as described on a year for year basis.

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B (OMBUDSMAN): Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, Morristown, New Jersey. Summary: The Morris/Sussex vicinage is seeking a pro-active leader with a keen organizational awareness, exceptional interpersonal and conflict management skills and an ability to think creatively under stressful circumstances to serve as Court Executive 1b (Ombudsman). Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), the individual will serve as the liaison for the delivery of superior customer service Vicinage wide.  A thorough and complete understanding of the organization, coupled with a high degree of interpersonal and conflict management skills, are essential for the position. The incumbent must be comfortable interacting with the public, internal customers, including judges, and external entities in a challenging, fluid court environment. Duties will include, but not be limited to: providing assistance to customers, including self-represented (pro-se) litigants, by explaining court operations, processes and procedures; educating the public regarding programs and services; facilitating the resolution of customer complaints by providing information, assistance, guidance, referrals, or making appropriate inquiries; providing resource materials; developing and coordinating public education programs; maintaining a resources library of lists including lists of state and local social service agencies and lawyer referral services for the use of court customers; making recommendations to the Assignment judge or Trial Court Administrator for improvement in court services for the public; developing and/or providing training related to customer service and the role of the Ombudsman; compiling, inputting and assessing data from customer satisfaction surveys; developing appropriate reports, brochures and other informational materials; participating in and staffing various local and statewide committees; supervising, mentoring and coaching staff, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92 (2007)

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

DEPUTY CIRCUIT COURT ADMINISTRATOR -  JUVENILE DIVISION: Lansing, MI. Summary: Under general direction of the Circuit Court Administrator the Deputy Court Administrator, Juvenile Division, is responsible for all administrative aspects related to operation of the Juvenile Division including the Ingham County Youth Center . Duties: Updating Court procedures as changes in law occur; serving as liaison to the Board of Commissioners and federal, state, and local agencies; representing and responsible for the direction of all departments of the Juvenile Division. Responsible for the full range of personnel functions including interviewing, hiring, supervision, discipline, staff training and development. Responsible for budget preparations, presentations, implementation, and oversight of the County General Fund and State Child Care Fund. Authorizes and signs all vouchers submitted to the Juvenile Division. Prepares written reports, and speaks for the Juvenile Division to the Board of Commissioners, other County departments, public and private agencies, other Court systems, and the State Court Administrator’s Office. Designs, develops, and oversees the implementation of programs. Directs, monitors, and evaluates the effectiveness of all Division policies, procedures and programs. Plans, develops, negotiates, and monitors all contractual programs for budgetary and data compliance. Conducts staff meetings to ensure each division is operating efficiently and update staff on new polices and procedures. Supervises services provided by Court staff to children and families who are under Court jurisdiction as well as services provided by state and private agencies.  Responsible for personnel functions such as payroll, records maintenance and contractual agreements between employees and the County. Conducts and attends meeting with representative from DHS, State Court Administrator’s Office, public, and private agencies. Represents the Juvenile Division to the media. Investigates and resolves problems and complaints that are referred by Judges, staff, clients, Commissioners, other State and County departments or the general public. Performs related duties as assigned by the Circuit Court Administrator, Presiding Judge, Family Division, Chief Circuit Judge, or other Judges. Attends and participates in Judges meeting and meets with Judges as needed. Ensures the Chief Judge and Circuit Court Administrator are advised on budget matters, security issues and program needs. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related fields and majors required. Desired areas of study include: Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Family Life Sciences, or other related areas. Must have a minimum of six (6) years of related experience in dealing with issues of an at-risk youth case load. Prior Court work experiences desired and preferred. Salary: $85,699 - $102,865. (2007)

DEPUTY CIRCUIT COURT ADMINISTRATOR - FRIEND OF THE COURT: Downtown Lansing, MI. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Administrator, manages and coordinates the functions of the Ingham County Friend of the Court. Duties:  Responsibilities include preparation, presentation, implementation and monitoring the Friend of the Court’s budget; short and long range planning leading to policy development and implementation; hiring; training, and supervising the clerical, professional and managerial staff; updating Court procedures as changes in law occur; serving as liaison to the Board of Commissioners and federal, state and local agencies. Performs the full range of personnel functions including interviewing, hiring, supervision, discipline, staff training and development. Supervises and directs the operation of complex computer programs. Serves as liaison to the local bar association, state and federal agencies, legislators, community agencies, news media, schools and colleges, and other agencies and organizations as directed by the Circuit Court Administrator. Explains court and division functions and programs, discusses legislation, explains court policies and procedures, addresses complaints and service issues, and coordinates services and programs. Designs, develops and oversees the implementation of Court programs. Directs, monitors and evaluates program effectiveness of all divisions of the Friend of the Court. Conducts general and supervisory staff meetings to discuss problems and ensure each division is operating efficiently and updates staff on new policies and procedures. Supervises the quality and quantity of casework services administered to  families who are under Court jurisdiction. This includes overseeing the work of Court staff as well as services provided by the state and private agencies. Investigates and resolves problems and complaints that are referred by Judges, staff, clients, Commissioners, other County departments or the general public. Fulfills all statutory functions mandated for the Office of Friend of the Court. Performs related duties as assigned by the Circuit Court Administrator, Presiding Family Division Judge, Chief Circuit Judge, or other Judges. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other closely related fields of study. A Masters in Public Administration, Court Administration, or Business Administration is preferred. Must submit your college transcripts with your application. Ten years of progressively more responsible administrative work experience, including previous supervisory experience, preferably in a court setting required. Salary: $85,699 - $102,865. (2007)

ASSISTANT COURT ADMINISTRATOR: District Court and Las Vegas Justice Court . Duties: Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Court in coordination with the Court Administrator and the associate judges; assists in the preparation and administration of the department's budget. Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the work of staff through subordinate supervisors. Oversees or provides for the selection, training, professional development and discipline of staff. Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures. Acts as liaison with and provides professional assistance to judges and other County departments in functional areas of responsibility; represents the court and the County with other agencies, litigants and their representatives and the public. Oversees and work of the administration bailiffs and is responsible for courthouse security and user safety. Ensures the accuracy of court records and documents; provides for secure storage and appropriate access. Directs the preparation and coordination of court calendars for the assigned court(s); monitors and coordinates case processing to ensure the most effective and efficient handling of cases. Monitors changes in legislation and technology, confers with court management regarding legislation, operational and facility planning, policies and administrative programs and procedures; evaluates proposed changes and facilitates implementation after approval. Oversees the maintenance of accurate records, including the automation of the calendaring and record keeping systems; directs the preparation of and prepares a variety of statistical and narrative reports for local use or submission to various agencies. Conducts studies, analyzes information, evaluates alternatives and makes recommendations; prepares narrative reports of findings; develops, revises and implements policies and procedures. Serves on a variety of committees and task forces as a representative of the court and the department. Acts as staff and provides technical support to judges, committees and similar justice groups. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. Must be able to commute to Court offices in outlying areas and to attend meetings in other County locations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Government, Criminal Justice, Business or Public Administration or a field related to the work; AND Six years of full-time administrative/professional level experience in a public agency setting, three years of which were in a full-time management capacity. Possession of an advanced degree in appropriate field is desirable. Equivalent combination of formal education and appropriate related full-time experience may be considered. Salary: $77,292.80 - $119,787.20. (2007)

Court Executive 2b: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary: The Monmouth Vicinage is seeking an individual committed to the provision of quality service, with strong leadership, administrative, communication and writing skills, to serve as Court Executive 2b (Municipal Division Manager). Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), this position serves with the Presiding Judge of the Municipal Courts as the executive component of the Municipal Division of the Superior Court. The Municipal Division Manager ensures that the Vicinage’s 53 Municipal Courts operate in compliance with the New Jersey Court Rules and with directives and policies established by the Administrative Office of the Courts and the Vicinage Assignment Judge. The Municipal Division Manager monitors case processing and ensures that the principals of case flow management are utilized by the municipal courts; monitors and reviews municipal court budgets to ensure that each court is adequately funded and staffed; oversees the vicinage’s municipal court mediation program; provides training and technical support to the municipal court employees; interacts with municipal court administrators, attorneys and litigants; responds to attorney, litigant or citizen complaints; analyzes programs or work units to determine effectiveness or efficiency; conducts quantitative or qualitative research of processes, programs or projects; prepares statistical reports; develops policies and implements operation procedures or systems; reviews and evaluates reports; defines objectives for work performance; responsible for or recommends personnel actions such as hiring, firing, promoting, disciplining or demoting employees; and explains judiciary policies or procedures to clients or customers. This position will require some travel throughout Monmouth County and the State of New Jersey. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications:  Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Experience: Five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience, three of which shall have included responsibility for program development and/or implementation and for supervision of staff. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A Law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $74,953.12 - $106,540. (2007)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR 2: Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, Administration Division. Duties: Assist the Court Administrator in developing, planning, directing and organizing the administrative services of a metropolitan court. Provide fiscal, information technology and property management support to the Court. Manage Fiscal Director and Court Accounting, Purchasing, Budget and Audit/Reports Divisions. Manage Information Technology and Facilities Management Divisions. Work closely with court judges, law enforcement representatives, the Metropolitan Detention Center and city and county officials. May testify before legislative committees. Participate on statewide committees. May perform other duties in order to meet the operational needs of the Court. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, finance or closely related field and five years of administrative experience in budget, procurement, property management or information technology, of which three years must have been as a supervisor. Experience may substitute for education at the rate of 30 semester hours equals one year of experience. Salary: $59,321 - $87,238. (2007)

DEPUTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Superior Court, Kingman , AZ. Duties: Under administrative direction, performs professional and administrative work providing management assistance in the areas of fiscal and budget management, facilities, procurement, contract and grant administration and other court program/operational areas as may be assigned. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with major course work in court management, business or public administration, accounting or related field AND three years of relevant, progressively responsible governmental accounting, budgeting and financial management experience preferably in a court or justice-related organization including at least one year of management or supervisory experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the college education. Salary: $2,603.20 bi-weekly. (2007)

ASSISTANT DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATOR: General Jurisdiction Division, Second Judicial District Court, Washoe County, Reno, Nevada. Summary: The Assistant District Court Administrator, General Jurisdiction Division is a salaried, non-confidential, exempt, executive position that provides direct support to the District Court Administrator in the task of managing the General Jurisdiction Division of the Judicial District. The position is an essential part of an executive team that comprises the top level of management for the Judicial District. The position serves at the pleasure of the District Court Administrator/Clerk of Court and is an at will position. Duties: The incumbent is responsible for the overall management, direction, planning, supervision and efficient operation of the General Jurisdiction Division of the Washoe District Court; responsible for the coordination and supervision of court clerks assigned to the Division and case flow management operation within the Division; responsible for the Court Interpreter Services, the Filing Office Group, the Jury Management Group; researches, plans, coordinates, and implements a wide variety of administrative support activities; responsible for budget development and fiscal functions, and programs, including the preparation and monitoring of expenditures of an approved fiscal year budget; serves as the Acting District Court Administrator/Clerk of Court in the absence of the District Court Administrator/Clerk of the Court. This position works closely with the District Court Administrator/Clerk of the Court, District Court Judges, personnel or interested parties to ensure the efficient operation of court services, programs, functions, and activities. Qualifications: The incumbent will be expected to have analytical expertise, human resource skills, team building skills and the ability to work statistical analysis in support of a solution to an operational deficiency or process problem.  The position operates independently and with minimal supervision. Salary: $71,323 - $103,438.00 annually. (2007)  

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