Court Administrator
SALARY: $70,476 - $112,761 Annually DOQ
OPPORTUNITY: Open Competitive
OPENING DATE: May 12, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
NOTE: First review of applications is May 30, 2008. A supplemental questionnaire is required for consideration.
JOB ELEMENTS INCLUDE:
- Plan, direct and supervise all non-judicial operations, activities and procedures within the Glendale City Court including court services, fines administration, case flow and records management and budget administration functions; coordinate the activities of the Court with the Glendale City Council Office, Glendale City Manager’s Office and other departments; serve as Clerk of the Court.
- Develop, implement and oversee a Department work plan; organize, prioritize and assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; make recommendations and modifications as required.
- Plan, organize and supervise the activities of all non-judicial professional, technical and clerical staff; select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to provide performance feedback and correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures for non-judicial personnel.
- Support and recommend community outreach efforts.
- Develop, implement, review and refine policies, procedures and systems to support and improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the Court; develop long-range plans and programs; identify problems, devise and implement solutions; establish docketing, calendaring and case management policies and procedures in accordance with the guidelines established by the Presiding City Judge.
- Develop, prepare and administer contracts, grants and intergovernmental agreements; establish and monitor related programs, activities, and services including diversion programs, traffic school and related contractual services; maintain records and reports regarding Court activities and operations.
- Participate in the development and administration of the City Court's budget; direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, services and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement mid-year adjustments as required.
- Compile and evaluate statistical data related to the efficiency and effectiveness of Court operations, and make appropriate written and verbal recommendations as needed; maintain compliance with requirements governing statistical reporting, jury management, accounting and records management policies and procedures established by the Supreme Court and the Presiding Judge of Maricopa County.
- Establish, maintain and improve automation and communications systems as directed by the Presiding City Judge and with the concurrence of the Presiding Judge of Maricopa County.
- Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; meet with the media to provide information and respond to inquiries as required.
- Represent the Court with outside agencies such as State Bar, boards and committees, and at interdepartmental meetings and committees as required.
- Identify, recommend and implement business system changes required as a result of new legislative enactments and City Council, City Manager direction.
- Recommend, establish and monitor bond schedules in coordination with the justices of the peace and magistrate courts within the County.
- Write reports and conduct research as needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field and 2 years of court management experience, including 1 year of direct supervision. Preference will be given to candidates with 5 years of highly responsible experience in the administration of a municipal Court system. Designation as a "Fellow of the Institute for Court Management" from the National Center for State Courts is highly desirable. Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened for the minimum qualifications and special requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and special requirements will be placed on an eligibility list. Eligibility lists are active for up to six months. Human Resources reserves the right to terminate or extend the life of an eligibility list at any time. The hiring department will contact those candidates they wish to test and/or interview. DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
All candidates are subject to an extensive background check, including but not limited to, Department of Public Safety and FBI background investigations. Applicants must be truthful and accurate and avoid providing inconsistent information, incorrect dates, partial or incomplete information when completing the application and any supplemental forms. Falsifying or omitting information during any stage of the selection process, may make you ineligible for consideration or continued City employment.
PREFERENCE POINTS: If you are eligible for Employment Preference Points under Arizona Revised Statute 38-492, please complete an Employment Preference Point Form, available in Human Resources, and submit with your application.
A RESUME MAY ONLY SERVE AS A SUPPLEMENT TO YOUR APPLICATION
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The city of Glendale
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