CIRCUIT COURT ADMINISTRATOR I

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Judicial Branch

Administrative Office of the Courts

One Granite Place, Concord, NH

Circuit Court Administrator I

Labor Grade: 53

Salary Range: $92,664.00 - $136,422.00

Position #25-165

ASAP#2472

The State of New Hampshire, Judicial Branch, Administrative Office of the Courts, has a Full-Time vacancy for Circuit Court Administrator I.

Summary : This position oversees numerous Circuit Court Clerks and central managers. Works closely with the Circuit Court Administrator II in the development and implementation of organizational policies and court-wide initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A Juris doctor from an accredited law school and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience, preferably in a legal or government setting, is strongly preferred.

Candidates with exceptional court management experience and a relevant degree (advanced degree preferred) may be considered.

Other Requirements:

Successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates program and works on system-wide projects as designated by the State Court Administrator or Circuit Court Administrator II.

Provides oversight and coordination of multiple clerks and central managers as they recruit, train, manage, evaluate and discipline local and centrally located staff.

Supervises multiple clerks who supervise clerk’s office staff to ensure appropriate managerial procedures are developed, implemented and followed.

Oversees, manages and coordinates critical Circuit Court programming.

Coordinates communications with key internal and external stakeholders.

Oversees, manages and coordinates Circuit Court initiatives such as e-filing, new programming, alternative dispute resolution in the Circuit Court, and various access to justice initiatives.

Provides project management and implementation, oversight, timeline development and evaluation.

Implements various aspects of human resource processes including assisting with the selection, supervision, evaluation, retention and disciplining of court staff; manages personnel issues for courts and central processing departments.

Serves as a resource for clerks and staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the courts in all operational areas, including as a resource for legal interpretation.

Analyzes court and departmental staffing needs to ensure compliance with scheduling standards, adjusts as necessary.

Serves on various policy and special project committees as assigned by the State Court Administrator or Circuit Court Administrator II.

Reviews, analyzes and provides input into the development and implementation of uniform procedures and policies for the Circuit Court.

Reviews system-wide proposals/requests for rule changes, draft and advance proposed rules changes, educate staff (and on occasion judges) on rules and rules changes.

Evaluates and prioritizes the various needs of their assigned Circuit Court locations throughout the State, including areas of staffing, equipment, technology, case flow management, facilities and security.

Assists with the development of forms, processes and training materials for the implementation of legislation, e-Filing or other policy or process changes within various case types.

Provides fiscal management on a budget to meet the needs of courts in the assigned circuits, developing and implementing cost-saving procedures and measures; works with Administrative Office of the Courts staff in fiscal matters related to auditing, technology, purchasing, and inventory.

Coordinates the implementation of facilities’ programs to provide for the provision, maintenance, repair, improvement, and redesign of court facilities within the assigned circuits: addresses space and maintenance issues with governmental representatives.

Analyzes courts’ dockets utilizing caseload statistical data and input of participants in the process to ensure compliance with scheduling standards and makes adjustments as necessary.

Oversees ancillary court services such as electronic filing and mediation; and, as directed by the State Court Administrator or Circuit Court Administrator II, serves on various policy and special project committees.

Develops and plans education programs for court staff, judges, and external stakeholders.

Performs related work as required.

HUMAN COLLABORATION & JOB IMPACT

Interactions may result in decisions regarding implementation of policies. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. The impact the job has on the Judicial Branch is significant in terms of time, money, and public/employee relations.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

Position has major fiscal responsibility. Is responsible for department-wide financial decisions. Assures that appropriate linkages exist between budget requests and departmental goals and objectives. Monitors budget plan and adjust as necessary.

Disclaimer Statement:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation & Benefit Information: Compensation & Benefits | State of New Hampshire Agency Website

For further information please contact Jennifer Zdon, Human Resources at Jzdon@courts.state.nh.us .

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