Family Division, Director

This position has been reposted. Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply; all previously submitted applications remain under consideration.

The Director of the Family Division holds a senior management position reporting directly to the Deputy Court Administrator. The Director is tasked with providing direct oversight and guidance to the Family Division in accordance with policies established by the Administrative Judge, Family Coordinating Judge, and the Court Administrator or Deputy Court Administrator. The Director will lead various Family Division initiatives in partnership with justice partners and non-governmental organizations. In collaboration with the Finance Department, the Director is responsible for the comprehensive creation, implementation, and administration of grants (both federal and state), as well as overseeing the Family Division's general budget. In alignment with the Circuit Court's mission and vision, the Director will offer leadership and direction to managers and staff while ensuring that Family matters/cases adhere to the established Domestic Differentiated Case Management Plan (DCM) and Juvenile Differentiated Case Management Plan. The Director must strictly follow and uphold the directives of the Administrative Team.

Duties encompass, but are not limited to:

MANAGEMENT

• Directly manages a division of professionals and paraprofessionals and consults with Judges, Magistrates, and members of the Administrative Team on various policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Ensures efficient case management in accordance with established Differentiate Case Management (DCM) guidelines.
• Fosters strong working relationships with internal units and stakeholders to identify needs and facilitate business resolutions.
• Drafts, collaborates on, monitors, and executes federal and state grants.
• Oversees all case-flow activities and family programs/initiatives.
• Provides recommendations to Judges, Magistrates, and the Administrative Team to enhance services and implement necessary changes.
• Participates in the hiring, planning, assigning, and directing of workload.
• Utilizes extensive court knowledge, analytical data, and best practices to resolve matters.
• Prepares various written correspondence and proposals.

• Implements and monitors an approved Differentiate Case Management (DCM) plan for the prompt and efficient scheduling and disposition of family law cases.
• Manages programs designed to provide procedural assistance to self-represented litigants in court.
• Resolves matters accurately and promptly in accordance with Maryland Rules and the Differentiate Case Management (DCM) plan.

• Provides information and training for Family Division staff, litigants, and internal customers to achieve the mission and vision of the Circuit Court.
• Identifies opportunities for workforce development and employee engagement.
• Creates and manages training opportunities for workforce development.

• Identifies, prepares, and administers state, federal, and local grants and alternative funding sources.
• Collaborates with the Finance Department on General Fund matters.
• Evaluates the Family Division's needs and priorities.
• Prepares the annual Family Law Grant reporting in accordance with requirements.

• Facilitates professional relationships with internal and external business affiliations.
• Participates in exhibits, workshops, promotions, conferences, etc.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Court Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, or a closely related discipline. Candidates must demonstrate three to five years of progressive experience in court administration, social services, or legal/judicial management. At least 2 years of demonstrated management or supervisory experience overseeing staff, case management, social service programs, and budgets is required.

Preferred

• A master’s degree or a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) is highly preferred and can substitute for experience.
• Institute for Court Management Certification (ICM) Program; NACM CORE® Champion Program; or higher.

Desired Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and methods of public administration and local government.
• Extensive knowledge of modern management practices, including employee development and managing multiple teams.
• Extensive knowledge of Family Law, administrative, and legislative processes.
• Extensive knowledge of program development, implementation, management techniques, and evaluation concepts.
• Skill in developing trust, confidence, and cooperation with culturally diverse populations.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and evaluate proposals and modifications.
• Ability to coordinate a diverse range of assignments while being sensitive to the needs of the agencies concerned.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and be particularly skilled in speaking before groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governmental, legislative, community, and business groups.
• Ability to plan, direct, and organize administrative services.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Salary : $140,000 - $150,000