What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Defender Operations Manager position at Kent County?
Kent County is actively seeking a professional individual to join our team as Operations Manager to provide essential administrative and grant-related support to the Deputy Public Defender – Administration within the Public Defender’s Office. The successful candidate will perform a variety of functions including grant management and financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Assist and support senior staff with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards to maximize operational effectiveness and cost efficiencies.
- Plan and carry out administrative and information studies related to statistical recordkeeping, research, and compilations of informational data.
- Maintain policies and procedures in accordance with legislation and County practices.
- Develop procedures for operation of the Office as well as administrative structure to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
- Work with trial division staff to create the annual compliance plan and cost analysis, as well as the County budget for the program.
- Monitor and maintain budget, consult with Fiscal Services Department when budget adjustments are needed. Review invoices and bills for payment. Monitor the status of accounts.
- Assists in public records/records retention issues, FOIA requests, and/or subpoena processing.
- Provides direct supervision for subordinate professional and support staff.
- Attend training sessions to stay current on legal issues and update administrative documentation regarding public defender requirements and other legal matters.
- Work closely with the Deputy Public Defender – Administration and other staff to handle appointments of cases, both to the Office and roster attorneys.
Other desirable knowledge and skills:
- Excellent working knowledge of new laws, precedents, and court procedures.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal law administration, particularly as it relates to the defense of clients, investigations, research, data analysis, and report preparation techniques.
- Computer literacy including working knowledge of case management software, spreadsheet, and database management.
- Thorough working knowledge of Michigan Indigent Defense Commission standards, compliance planning, and financial reporting.
- Possession of a Juris Doctor and/or courses in business management and/or criminal law.
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Salary : $89,106 - $101,349