Job Summary:

The Court Administrator will oversee and manage the various administrative functions of the court.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and trains court employees and support staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manages, oversees, and directs the daily operations of the court system.
• Assists with and plans for implementation of new technologies and procedures to improve court efficiency including those affecting filing, recordkeeping, and case management.
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures to address needs of the court system and to ensure efficient and effective use of judicial resources.
• Collaborates with judges to draft and administer the annual budget for the court.
• Organizes and distributes court calendars, schedules, and judges travel itineraries.
• Oversees the administration of jury operations.
• Oversees and manages court accounting procedures.
• Acts as a liaison for the court with the public regarding the courts activities.
• Collaborates with technology staff to ensure all necessary equipment is working properly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand established clerical procedures, recordkeeping, and filing systems.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and to apply best practices of office management.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential records and information.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in related field such as Public Administration, Business Administration, or Judicial Administration, required.
• Three to five years of related legal, judicial, or government administration experience required with management experience highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.