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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. Knowledge of human resources management; information
systems and facilities management; legislative process;
budgeting rules, regulations, policies and procedures; auditing
and financial management methods; and management and customer
service practices. 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 (4) year course at an accredited college
or university. One
(1) 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)
COURT EXECUTIVE 2B (MUNICIPAL DIVISION MANAGER): Superior
Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, Municipal Division. Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a creative thinking
individual with a keen organizational awareness who possesses
strong leadership, sound decision-making and conflict management
skills to serve as Court Executive 2b (Municipal Division
Manager). The selected candidate must also be committed to
providing quality service and exhibit solid communication and
writing skills. 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 56 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. Duties:
The Municipal Division Manager ensures that statewide
principles for case flow management are utilized and provides
support and oversight to the vicinage municipal courts. The
selected candidate will review and monitor court budgets for
adequate funding and staffing; consult with mayors, municipal
administrators and local leaders in providing for suitable court
facilities; develop and implement policy and procedure for the
effective operation of the courts; oversee the municipal court
mediation program; coordinate and provide training and technical
support to court employees; respond to public inquiries and
investigate complaints from the public; work with the Superior
Court divisions for the proper handling of cases filed with the
court; interact with state, county and local agencies in
providing service to the public; supervise Superior Court
employees including settling objectives for work performance;
and perform other related duties as required. This position will
require travel throughout the vicinage and the State of New Jersey. Qualifications: Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s
degree. Five years of professional administrative experience
and/or program management experience, three of which shall have
included responsibility for program development and/or
implementation and 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:
$74,953.12 - $106,540.51. (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. Must be “highly technical”, in
understanding and operating computer software (MiCSES). Must be
sensitive to the public’s reactions to the function and
operation of the Friend of the Court’s Office. Prior
governmental budgeting experience desired.
Must possess excellent verbal and written presentation
skills. Knowledge and understanding of the workings of the
Friend of the Court processes desired. 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 (6) years of full-time administrative/professional level
experience in a public agency setting, three (3) 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 (5) years of professional administrative
and/or program management experience, three (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 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. Preferred skill sets include: Knowledge of human
resource management and information systems; legislative
process; governmental budgeting rules; GAAP, GASB, auditing and
financial management methods; and customer service practices.
Ability to provide direction and guidance; conceptualize and
implement solutions to problems; motivate and persuade others;
ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and budgetary
limitations, research and analyze; develop and implement
measures of accountability; communicate effectively both orally
and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working
relationships; maintain confidentiality and use discretion when
dealing with sensitive information; and use initiative and
independent judgment. 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
(3) years of relevant, progressively responsible governmental
accounting, budgeting and financial management experience
preferably in a court or justice-related organization including
at least one (1) 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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DEPUTY
COURT ADMINISTRATOR: Reno
Municipal Court,
Nevada. Summary: Under
general administrative direction, to assist in planning,
directing, managing, and reviewing the activities and operations
of the Municipal Court; to research, plan, coordinate and
implement a wide variety of administrative and management
projects for the Court Administrator; to provide highly
responsible and complex administrative support to the Court
Administrator; and to serve as Court Administrator upon the
request or absence of the Court Administrator. Exercises direct
supervision over professional, technical, and clerical staff. Duties:
Plans, organizes and manages the activities of assigned
divisions in the Municipal Court which may include the
preparation of written reports and presentations, compiling and
preparing statistical reports for judicial and administrative
review, researching and interpreting laws as they apply to court
operations, and analyzing policy directives from the Nevada
Supreme Court. Recommends and assists in the implementation of
departmental goals, objectives and business plan. Participates
in developing and monitoring the organization budget. Provides
professional leadership and direction for the Court while
fostering positive, harmonious working relationships with those
contacted in the course of daily duties. Establishes schedules
and work procedures for division personnel. Selects, evaluates,
observes and supervises the work of supervisors and
paraprofessional staff while supporting teamwork and assisting
personnel to accomplish goals that meet organizational
objectives. Responds to customer needs and complaints while
providing information on policies and procedures to ensure the
best customer service. Serves as point of contact for
communications concerning activities and operation of the
clerk’s office. Responds to the media providing information on
inquiries as required. Reviews procedures and implements
operational changes as required in the areas of employee safety,
automation, case flow and facilities planning. Monitors
contractual agreements for compliance and service goals with
multiple outside agencies. Acts as a liaison to other city
departments with regard to court processes and procedures.
Represents the Court on external committees and boards to gather
and provide input for court-related matters. Acts as project
manager for technical, procedural and facilities projects;
participates in RFP development. Qualifications:
Requires four years of increasingly responsible court
administration or supervisory experience in a court/criminal
justice environment. Must have knowledge of management practices
and principles as they apply in a court setting, techniques of
caseflow management and court scheduling, research and analysis
techniques, methods for statistical reporting, project and
program administration, and principles and practices of
personnel management. Must possess excellent oral and written
communication skills. Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in
criminal justice, public administration, or business
administration; or degree in a related field is required.
Graduate Fellow of the Institute for Court Management is
preferred. Must be experienced and proficient in using a
personal computer, court case management systems, a variety of
computer software including Microsoft Office applications, ad
hoc report writing software and other equipment essential to
performing daily activities. This position requires possession
of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate
Nevada
diver’s license. Successful completion of orientation period
is contingent upon passing a criminal history background
investigation. Salary: $81,828. (2006)
CIVIL/CRIMINAL
DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR: Sixth
Judicial Circuit Court, Oakland
County, CA. Summary: The
Civil/Criminal Division Administrator is a salaried, exempt,
administrative position that provides direct administrative
support to the Civil/Criminal Division of the Sixth Judicial
Circuit Court. The position is under the administrative
supervision of the Court Administrator, and works in conjunction
with the chief judge, the presiding judge, and the judges of the
Civil/Criminal Division. Duties:
The Civil/Criminal Division Administrator assists in the
development of short- and long-range goals affecting the
Civil/Criminal Division of the Circuit Court. He or she
implements policies and procedures established by the Court in
the scheduling, management, monitoring, and reporting of general
civil and criminal cases. He or she supervises the daily
operations of the Civil Criminal Division office, including the
Case Management office and the Jury office. The position has
budgetary and personnel management oversight responsibility for
the division. The division consists of 14 full-time judges and
approximately 35 full-time employees. The FY 2006 divisional
operating budget is nearly $10.1 million. Qualifications:
A candidate should possess a Master’s Degree from an
accredited college or university with a major in Public
Administration, Business Administration, Court Administration,
or a closely related field, OR have graduated from an accredited
law school and be a member in good standing of the State Bar of
Michigan; AND have had at least 5 years of full-time management
or administrative experience, preferably within the courts,
legal system, or business environment. Other Preferred
Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of circuit court
operations with the ability and skill to initiate improvements
in those operations; the ability to effectively manage
operations to ensure compliance with circuit court goals and
objectives; the ability to manage his or her time effectively
and handle multiple projects simultaneously; the ability to
compile and analyze data, decipher pertinent information, derive
logical conclusions, formulate innovative and sound
recommendations, and present oral and written reports;
considerable interpersonal communication skills and the ability
to establish and sustain effective working relationships with
judges, court employees, the legal community, law enforcement,
and state, county and local government officials, and other
public and private organizations; the ability to effectively
manage divisional employees, develop and sustain a team-oriented
approach to achieve organizational goals and objectives, and
cultivate the skills and abilities of assigned court personnel;
demonstrated leadership abilities, self-confidence,
self-motivating, and problem solving skills. Salary: $73,633 -
$95,792. (2006)
DIRECTOR,
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES: Vermont
Judicial
Branch. Summary: Administrative,
managerial, and staff work in the Office of the Court
Administrator. Serves as head of Administrative Services.
Supervision is exercised over a staff of professional and
technical subordinates. Duties:
Serves as principal advisor on fiscal, personnel,
information, organizational, and management matters. Recommends
goals and policies, operational plans, and the most feasible
combination of agency funds, personnel, and resources to achieve
maximum delivery of service. Maintains continuous liaison with
Judiciary management and key personnel of component departments
relative to program needs and accomplishments. Recommends
modification of goals, policies and operations as warranted by
operational analysis and changing program needs. Plans,
implements, and provides general supervision over programs in
the areas of finance and accounting activities, personnel
administration, facilities, space, and inventory control,
purchasing, management improvement services, and records
maintenance. Supervises the preparation of the agency budget.
Provides guidance and consultative service to appropriate staff
in component units while maintaining a general overview of their
operations. May represent the Judiciary before the Budget and
Management Department, Secretary of Administration, legislative
committees, the Governor, and various professional and public
groups. Supervises a staff of professional, technical and
clerical assistants. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications:
Master’s degree in public, business or human services
administration, accounting, political science, or economics; OR
Certification as a certified public accountant. Four years of
major division or department level management experience in a
large public or private organization, including two years of
management level planning and coordination or organizational
resources in such areas as personnel management, data
processing, space management, or comparable support services.
OR: Bachelor’s degree. Six years of major division or
department level management experience in a large public or
private organization, including three years of major supervision
over the fiscal functions of the organization, and including at
least three years of management level planning and coordination
of organizational resources in such areas as personnel
management, data processing, space management, or comparable
support services. Note: Preference will be given candidates with
experience with federal accounts. Note: Additional work may be
substituted for the Bachelor’s degree on a six months for
semester basis. (2006)
DIRECTOR
OF DISTRICT COURT OPERATIONS: Vermont
Judicial
Branch. Summary: The
Director supervises the operation of all programs of the Vermont
District Court in accordance with general direction supplied by
the Court Administrator and the Administrative Judge for Trial
Courts. Position involves managerial, administrative and public
relations work, including the responsibility for planning,
organizing, staffing, coordinating, ad evaluating the functions
of the state’s 14 district courts. Position may also include
coordination and oversight of the operations of the superior and
environmental courts and the Judicial Branch. Duties:
Supervises caseflow management and records management. Works
to ensure that docket entries and all other court records are
made accurately and timely. Work includes ensuring that
clerk’s office procedures and forms are documented and easily
retrievable, errors are quickly identified and corrected, staff
are trained and management reports are meaningful and fully
utilized. Ensures that the Vermont
courts provide quality and timely services and are accessible to
all members of the public. Works with the public through the
media and in person and maintaining effective working
relationships with the Vermont Bar, the law enforcement
community, representatives of the media and related public and
social service agencies. Visits each Vermont District Court to
confer with judicial officers, court staff, attorneys and other
users of the courthouse to learn of strengths and areas needing
improvement and to help solve any problems. Identifies
improvements to the District Court which require new
legislation, procedural rules, administrative rules, or court
policies. Drafts legislation and rules. Translates new
legislation and rules into court policies and protocols.
Develops and implements new approaches to dispute resolution,
which could include a drug court and other “problem-solving”
courts. Identifies methods to enable the Judiciary to provide
quality services effectively and efficiently, including
improvements that can be accomplished through enhanced training
and technology. Provides counsel to the Administrative Judge and
Court Administrator. Supervises staff as assigned by the Court
Administrator. Provides staff support to judicial branch
committees as assigned by the Court Administrator. Works with
all members of the Judiciary to develop a long-term plan for the
Vermont District Court and then to develop and implement annual
plans. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications:
Juris Doctor or Masters degree in administration or other
related field. (Admission to the Vermont Bar after a 4 year
clerkship may be substituted fro the Juris Doctor). Two years of
management experience in the public sector (government or not
for profit) of a major program, division, or department above
the first line supervisory level, or two years in a high level
position in the public sector with responsibility for policy
formulation and implementation, budget preparation and fiscal
administration, supervision and human resources management, and
program evaluation, or two years of supervisory experience in a
Vermont court. OR: Bachelor’s degree and three years of broad
and extensive experience in management in a judicial
organization or as listed in “Specific duties and
responsibilities” in addition to the two years of general
experience. OR: High school graduation and eight years of broad
and extensive experience in management in a judicial
organization as listed in “Specific duties and
responsibilities” in addition to the two years of general
experience. (2006)
COURT
OPERATIONS MANAGER: Superior
Court of California, County
of
Sonoma. Duties: Under general direction of the Director of Court Operations,
the individual in this position will plan, organize, coordinate
and manage the activities and operations of a division of the
Sonoma County Superior Court; develop, interpret, implement, and
evaluate workflow improvements; policies, and procedures; and
perform related work as required. This position is regular,
fulltime and exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, an applicant must possess any
combination of experience, education, and/or training which
would produce the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Four
years of progressively responsible experience in a court, or
equivalent position in a court of law; or four years in an
equivalent supervisory position. Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public,
business, or criminal justice administration or closely related
field. One year of equivalent supervisory experience can be
substituted for each year of education, up to 4 years of
equivalent experience can be substituted. Thorough knowledge of:
Legislation and laws which regulate operations of the courts;
organization, functions and procedures of the courts; principles
and practices of administration, organization, management and
supervision. Working knowledge of: Techniques, principles and
work of the assigned division; principles and practices of
business and office management; principles and practices of
personnel management, employee supervision and training; legal
terminology, legal forms and related documents. Skill and
ability to: Plan, organize, coordinate and manage the work of a
division of the courts; select, train and supervise staff;
develop, evaluate and analyze operational policies and
procedures; analyze problems and complaints and identify
solutions; prepare, interpret and evaluate a variety of
narrative and statistical data and reports; communicate orally
and in writing on a variety of issues; understand, interpret and
apply procedures, laws, rules and regulations as they apply to
assigned area; develop and maintain harmonious relationships
with judges, attorneys, litigants, employees, and other agencies
and the general public Convictions, depending on the type,
number and date, may be disqualifying. Salary: $68,316 -
$83,028. (2006)
COURT MANAGER: Superior
Court
of
San Benito County,
CA. Summary:
The
Superior Court of San Benito County is recruiting to fill an
opening for the new classification of Court Manager. Under limited direction of the Court Executive Officer or
their designee, the successful candidate will be an at-will
employee, responsible for planning, organizing and directing all
non-judicial staff and day-to-day operations of the Superior
Court while performing other duties as required. Regular and punctual attendance is essential. Duties:
Plan,
coordinate and direct the work and training of all non-judicial
staff including ongoing evaluations of public services
delivered. Assist in the development and implementation of
administrative and financial goals, standards and policies.
Assist in the development and oversight of the annual budget
process. Assist in all aspects of the labor negotiation process.
Monitor legislative and policy developments including analysis
thereof for legal and administrative compliance. Assist in
oversight and evaluation of all technology and facility projects
and/or upgrades. Exercise independent judgment and initiative in
performing ongoing work while establishing and maintaining
cooperative working relationships with judicial officers, court
staff, fellow agencies and the public. Evaluate non-judicial
staff directly as well as through subordinate supervisors
including oversight of all disciplinary actions. Serve as Acting
Executive Officer in the absence of the Executive Officer. Qualifications:
An educational level equivalent to a high school diploma or GED and
seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in a
Superior Court setting with at least two (2) consecutive years
continuously supervising at least five (5) full-time employees.
A Bachelors degree in Business, Public Administration or a
related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the
required administrative experience. The ideal candidate will
possess experience in performing human resources support and/or
budget analyst support, preferably in a public agency setting.
Salary: $77,000 - $100,480. (2006)
ASSISTANT COURT
EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Superior
Court of California, County
of Siskiyou. Duties: Under the
general direction of the Court Executive Officer, assists in the
planning, coordinating organizing and directing of the
non-judicial activities and operations of the Superior Court;
make recommendations of organization, financial management, and
procedures; assists in the supervision and managing of the
workload and staff in the department; and assumes responsibility
for department policy administration in the absence of the Court
Executive Officer. The Assistant Court Executive Officer is a
senior management class characterized by the responsibility to
establish, interpret and carry out overall departmental
policies. This position is responsible for planning, organizing,
and supervising the operational activities of the court,
including assisting with budget preparation, supervising staff,
and coordinating court calendaring activities. This position
differs from other management positions in that those positions
are responsible for a division or major component of the
department. The Assistant Court Executive Officer is responsible
for directing the day-to-day activities of all divisions. In the
absence of the Court Executive Officer, the Assistant Court
Executive Officer serves as Acting Court Executive Officer. Qualifications:
Any combination of training and experience which would
likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and
abilities would be: A four year degree with major course work in
court, business or public administration is preferable. A
minimum of five years experience in a court, legal environment
or related business or governmental organization in a
supervisory or management capacity is required. Up to two years
of the recommended education may be substituted on a year for
year basis with additional experience, and up to two years of
experience may be substituted with a graduate degree in a field
related to this position. Knowledge of: Basic principles of
organization, personnel management, administration, and
budgetary procedures and controls; Principles and techniques of
effective supervision and training; Principles and practices of
calendar and case-flow management techniques; Judicial system
and court structure; Court Administrative policies, procedures,
and organization; Legal terminology and processes; Applicable
Penal Code, Code of Civil Procedure, Vehicle Codes and other
statutes pertaining to laws governing court procedures;
Principles and practices of program development and review;
Statistical methods and reports required by courts; Legal
requirements for processing cases and basic legal research
techniques; Legal proceedings and case processing requirements;
Computer applications and processes relevant to case management
and statistical retrieval. Ability to: Plan, assign, direct and
review the work of others; Effectively manage the day-to-day
operations of the court; Establish and execute departmental
policies and procedures; Analyze court operating procedures and
policies; Develop and implement revisions; Develop, organize,
and effectively coordinate programs, projects and activities;
Speak effectively before groups; Work constructively with
representatives of other courts and governmental agencies;
Comprehend, interpret, and apply complex statutes, laws, rules
and regulations; Perform complex work involving initiative and
independent judgment; Coordinate and maintain an automated case
and calendar management system; Evaluate organizational and
administrative programs and recommend workable solutions;
Analyze situations accurately and take effective action; Prepare
and present clear and concise correspondences, reports and
recommendations; Communicate effectively, both verbally and in
writing; Represent the department in all matters during the
absence of the Court Executive Officer; Establish and maintain
cooperative working relationships with the AOC, judges,
attorneys, and other law and justice departments, staff and
public. Salary: $68,608 - $83,394. (2006)
COURT
EXECUTIVE 2B (FAMILY DIVISION MANAGER): Superior
Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Assignment Judge and
Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), plans, directs
and administers the work of the Family Division, The Court
Executive oversees court operations; formulates and directs the
implementation of Judiciary Plans, programs, policies and
procedures; and manages Judiciary resources. Prepares and
analyzes case processing statistical reports and case flow;
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. Does related
work 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 or 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: $72,042.60 - $102,403.41. (2006)
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ASSISTANT COURT EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Superior Court of California, Mendocino
County. Summary: The Court
is seeking a highly qualified individual to assist with the
direction of administration of non-judicial activities.
Duties: Under
authority of Mendocino Court
judges, and supervision of the Court Executive Officer, the
assisting with the person appointed to this position will be
responsible for administration of non-judicial staff and will
serve judges in execution of Court business. The ACEO should
bring management knowledge and experience to court operations.
The ACEO is expected to provide innovative and creative
leadership to ensure court operations are conducted in an
effective, efficient, and economical manner, complying with California
law and policies. Qualifications:
The ACEO position requires strong leadership, management,
organization and communication skills. Applicants should have
knowledge in the following areas: California trial court operations; applicable statutory authorities;
budgeting; facilities; security; technology management; and
administrative areas such as fiscal and human resource
management. Candidates should be able to demonstrate proven
ability to work cooperatively with staff, judicial officers, and
representatives of other government agencies. Any combination of
education/experience that would likely provide the required
knowledge and abilities including the knowledge of
administrative principles and practices and a full understanding
of the functions, organization and processes of a court and the
judicial system is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
required knowledge and abilities would be: an educational level
equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college
or university in court administration, public administration,
public or business administration, criminal justice or closely
related field and six years of progressively responsible court
administration experience, which includes considerable
supervisory experience (at least four years) and which
demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge
and abilities. Included in this is an in depth knowledge of
fiscal and budgeting knowledge and experience; A minimum of one
year courtroom experience is desirable. Additional qualifying
experience may be substituted for the required education on a
year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. Salary: $102,473.
(2006)
COURT
EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior
Court of New Jersey, Morris and Sussex Vicinage. Summary: The
Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a multi-tasking and customer
service oriented manager to serve under the direction of the
Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), as the Vicinage
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA)
Officer. Duties: This
individual will be responsible for the further development and
implementation of the Vicinage EEO/AA program, and his/her
duties will include, but not be limited to: implementing the
Judiciary’s EEO/AA Master Plan; updating and executing the
Vicinage EEO/AA Implementation Plan; conducting statistical
workforce analysis and preparing appropriate corresponding
reports; conducting recruitment and community outreach;
developing and providing training on issues related to EEO/AA;
staffing the Vicinage EEO/AA Advisory Committee; monitoring all
employment practices including but not limited to, recruitment,
selection, hiring, training promotions, transfers, discipline,
discharge, demotions, layoffs, re-employment after layoff, job
assignments and compensation; addressing allegations of
discrimination and sexual harassment made by employees, job
applicants or court users in a timely manner, and recommending
appropriate remedial action, as necessary; advising the
Assignment Judge, Trial Court Administrator, managers and
supervisors regarding the requirements and methods for ensuring
compliance with State and Federal anti-discrimination laws and
regulations, and EEO/AA policies and procedures; preparing
reports, proposals and guidelines, as required; conducting
inquiries, mediation, counseling and conflict management
sessions in order to resolve workplace issues; building positive
working relationships with, and serving as a resource to judges,
management and staff; supervising, mentoring and coaching staff;
and handling other duties, as assigned. Although this position
will be based in the Morris County Courthouse,
Morristown,
NJ, it will require regular travel to the Sussex County
Courthouse, Newton, NJ. 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 as indicated above. A law
degree may be substituted for two years of experience as
indicated above. Knowledge of anti-discrimination laws and
strong interpersonal/communication skills would be helpful.
Experience in conducting recruitment/community outreach and
statistical analysis, as well as familiarity with Microsoft
Office Suite applications would also be helpful. Salary:
$62,985.82 - $93,953.84. (2006)
ASSISTANT
DIRECTOR OF COURT ADMINISTRATION: Lubbock
County
Administrative
Office of the Courts, TX. Summary:
The Lubbock County Administrative Office of the Courts is
seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Assistant
Director of Court Administration. Duties:
The Assistant Director of Court Administration assists the
Director of Court Administration in administering virtually all
non-judicial functions of the Courts; assists in supervising
non-judicial personnel; assists with the full implementation and
integration of the CourTools performance measurement system;
provides information to the Director of Court Administration to
allow for more efficient personnel management, fiscal
management, research and planning, space and facilities planning
and management, procurement activities, and caseflow management
policy for the Courts; assists in the development and
implementation of information technology improvements for the
Courts; prepares Court charges; conducts legal research; and
performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or
university with major course work in public, business or
judicial administration required. Experience in court
administration preferred. A master’s degree in public,
business or judicial administration is preferred.
Executive-level management experience with local, state or
federal government, preferably within the justice system, that
is directly related to the position’s essential duties, may be
substituted for the college degrees on a year-for-year basis.
Salary: $37,000 - $45,518. (2006)
FAMILY
COURT MANAGER: 19th
Judicial Circuit, Ft. Pierce, FL. Summary: This
is responsible work assisting the Trial Court Administrator,
and/or Chief Judge, in the daily operations of a Family Court
Division of a circuit court, including supervision of
professional and support staff, development of operational
policies and procedures, oversight of program budget, planning,
and liaison with local and state government. Duties:
The Family Court Manager supervises court support staff by
assigning and reviewing work, conducting performance appraisals,
and recommending and arranging training. The Manager may conduct
or assist in the recruitment and selection of court programs to
assure compliance with court policy and procedures. The Family
Court Manager conducts research for the Chief Judge or Court
Administrator such as studies for the improvement of court
operations, caseload reporting, and the implementation of laws,
policies, and state or federal regulations. Working
relationships are established with judges, court personnel,
clerk of court, law clerks, state and county officials,
attorneys, local organizations and social services agencies, and
the general public. The Family Court Manager must use
independent judgment and discretion, and maintain
confidentiality of sensitive issues. Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college
or university with major course work in judicial administration,
public administration, business administration, criminology, or
a related social science, and two years of experience in court
administration, or budget and financial planning, one year of
which was in a supervisory or program management position.
Graduation from an accredited law school may substitute for
non-supervisory experience. A Master’s degree in an area above
may substitute for the non-supervisory experience. Progressively
responsible experience in court administration may substitute,
on a year for year basis, for the Bachelor’s degree. Knowledge
of the Florida State Courts System, including the Appellate or
Trial Court process and the criminal justice system. Knowledge
of the principles of public, business, or personnel
administration. Ability to conduct legal employment interviews.
Ability to work independently. Ability to analyze statistical
data concerning court management, caseload and other court
programs. Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports
to a variety of individuals including judges, state courts
system managers, elected county officials and other law
enforcement officials. Salary: $45,303.72. (2006)
ASSISTANT
COURT EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Superior
Court of California, County
of Mendocino. Summary: The Court is seeking a highly qualified individual to
assist with the direction of administration of non-judicial
activities. Summary: Under
the authority of Mendocino County Judges, and supervision of the
Court Executive Officer, the person appointed to this position
will be responsible for assisting in the administration of
non-judicial staff and will serve judges in execution of Court
business. The ACEO should bring management knowledge and
experience to court operations and is expected to provide
innovative and creative leadership to ensure court operations
are conducted in an effective, efficient, and economical manner,
complying with California
law and policies. The ACEO position requires strong leadership,
management, organization and communication skills. Applicants
should have knowledge in the following areas: California
trial court operations; applicable statutory authorities;
budgeting; facilities; security; technology management; and
administrative areas such as fiscal and human resource
management. Candidates should be able to demonstrate proven
ability to work cooperatively with staff, judicial officers, and
representatives of other government agencies. This position is
an at will position and serves at the pleasure of the Court
Executive Officer. Qualifications:
Any combination of education/experience that would likely
provide the required knowledge and abilities including the
knowledge and administrative principles and practices and a full
understanding of the functions, organization and processes of a
court and the judicial system is qualifying. A typical way to
obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: an
educational level equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an
accredited college or university in court administration, public
administration, criminal justice or closely related field and
six years of progressively responsible court administration
experience which includes considerable supervisory experience
(at least four years) and which demonstrates possession of and
competency in requisite knowledge and abilities. Included in
this is an in depth knowledge of fiscal and budgeting
experience; a minimum of one year courtroom experience is
desirable. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted
for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum
of two years. Salary: $102,473. (2006)
COURT
EXECUTIVE 2B (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION MANAGER): Superior
Court of New
Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary:
The Monmouth Vicinage Judiciary is seeking an individual
with strong leadership and managerial skills to develop a
partnership with senior and executive management and lead the
organization in technology. Duties:
Under the direction of Court Executive 3b (Trial Court
Administrator) this manager will function as an internal
consultant, conducting annual needs assessments to identify
strategic planning initiatives. This will include development of
IT related training for judges and vicinage users. The incumbent
will: assist, plan and direct implementation and installation of
statewide and vicinage based computer systems and provide
ongoing support. In addition, participates in the development
and implantation of Judiciary Information Systems policies,
procedures and standards. Will also plan, integrate and manage
strategic goals for technology innovation consistent with
statewide plans and priorities. Responsibilities include:
managing, planning, installing and maintaining operating systems
software and hardware which may consist of courtroom automation,
multi-function computer-based devices, interactive
communications systems, scanning, Inter/Intranet, LAN/WAN and IT
security; oversees both the local help desk support for vicinage
staff of 450 and the installation of all computer, technological
and communications equipment in the vicinage; directs systems
related to telecommunications and wiring activities; manages
voice data support in four judicial facilities; interacts with
the NJ Administrative Office of the Courts and County of
Monmouth management and outside vendors, prepares Division
budget; hires and supervises technical, professional and support
staff and arranges for necessary training for this staff;
conducts performance assessments and resolves grievances and
disciplinary matters as appropriate; and performs other related
duties as required. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional program
management experience in IT, three years of which shall have
included supervision of staff, in addition to responsibility for
program development and/or implementation for network
administration in a personal computer or local/wide area network
environment, telecommunication facilities and services, database
administration, systems analysis, and/or software applications.
Applicants who do not possess the required education may
substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for
education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be
substituted for one year of general experience as indicated
above. Salary: $73,483.45 - $104,451.48. (2006)
ADMINISTRATIVE
SPECIALIST 2: Counties
of Atlantic and Cape May, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary: Atlantic County
Superior Court
seeks an Administrative Specialist 2 with excellent customer
service and communication skills. This person will maintain work
orders and fleet management and coordinate equipment requests
for the courthouse. The incumbent will also provide sufficient
signage so that the public can negotiate hallways and locate
rooms; maintain electronic notification of the location of daily
events. Regularly inspect the facility for cleanliness and
repair condition recommending methods to enhance building
appearance, purchase commodities, compile statistical data,
recommend purchases of equipment, materials or supplies. Provide
assistance to the telephone administration operation. Assist
divisions in delivery of bulky, sensitive supplies and materials
or the details of sequential events critical to renovations or
relocation. Recommend improvements in the delivery of service;
respond as directed by the divisions to all courthouse
emergencies and emergency drills either during or after work
hours; work effectively with the Purchasing, Information
Technology and division staffs in insuring the smooth transition
of equipment and staff. Assist General Operations staff as
required by division, and perform related duties as required. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor’s degree. One year of technical experience in the
area of program evaluation, administrative operations, program
analysis or administrative research. Applicants who do not
possess the required education may substitute experience on a
year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,025.61 - $59,021.95. (2006)
ADMINISTRATIVE
SPECIALIST 2: Superior
Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren
Counties. Summary: Under the
direction of the Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator),
and other supervisory personnel, this customer service and
detail-oriented individual will be responsible for providing
professional administrative functions for the Trial Court
Administrator. Duties: Specific
duties include, but are not limited to: composing
correspondence, reports, manuals, etc.; implementing policies
and procedures; compiling, maintaining and developing reports
and statistical data; arranging meetings, appointments,
interviews and other activities necessary for accomplishing job
assignments; recommending improvements in operating procedures,
work processes or administrative practices; communicating
policies, rules or regulations; coordinating special projects
and program-related events; preparing, analyzing, and reviewing
statistical reports; developing and maintaining management
schedules; establishing and maintaining administrative records;
serving as a liaison to vicinage Judges, managers and staff;
providing quality services to internal and external customers
and clients; monitoring division operating expense budget;
purchasing commodities; responding to inquiries from the public,
employees and clients; multi-tasking various functions; and
performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
Bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional 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 on a
year-for-year basis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
applications, as well as excellent communication, interpersonal
and organizational skills, would be helpful. Salary: $36,025.61
- $59,021.95. (2006)
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COURT
EXECUTIVE 1B (OMBUDSMAN): Superior
Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren
Counties. Summary: The
Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage is seeking a pro-active
manager with exceptional customer service, interpersonal and
organizational skills to serve under the direction of the Court
Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator), as the Vicinage
Ombudsman. This individual will be responsible for the further
development and management of programs designed to promote
public trust in the courts and enhance customer service. Duties:
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
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