Court Administration Lead

Court Administration Lead Location Phoenix, AZ (Central City area) : Posting Date 05/07/24 Application Deadline 05/13/24 Pay Range Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max $20.15 - $23.12 - $26.08 - $32.00 The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $21.49 to $23.12. This position is Non-Exempt under the FLSA. What We Offer We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Click here to learn more! Job Type Classified - Judicial CPR Department D800 Superior Court About the Position The Court Administration Lead provides guidance and leadership to staff that provides case processing, case flow management, and administrative tasks in support of the Criminal Department's efforts to work in collaboration with other criminal justice agencies to efficiently resolve cases in a just manner, respecting the rights of defendants, victims, and the community. This specific recruitment will serve the Early Disposition Court (EDC) within the Criminal Department, located in downtown Phoenix. About The Superior Court: The Superior Court of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidenced-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public's trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law...every person, every day, every time. We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety. Position Qualifications We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications: Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible legal, court or justice system support related experience

OR Combined Education and Experience Qualifications:

• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education or job-related experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis

Our Preferred Candidate Has:

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:

• State Constitution of Arizona, Arizona Criminal Court rules, policies, and procedures.
• Legal terminology and the legal requirements of processing court documents.
• Customer service standards and practices.

Skill in:

• The use of Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership and coordinating the work of subordinates.
• Relationship building and fostering a positive work environment.

Ability to:

• Multitask and cope with a high volume of work.
• Work in a time-critical work environment.

Essential Job Tasks (This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

• Assists with supervision of EDC staff including Judicial Assistants and Courtroom Assistants.
• Communicates issues, concerns and situations impacting the unit to supervisor.

• Oversees the work of assigned staff on department policies and procedures.
• Assists with hiring, evaluations, and developing of performance management plans when necessary.
• Covers staff responsibilities when necessary.
• Participates in training of new hires, including reviewing and maintaining training logs.
• Performs a variety of customer service/administrative duties which may include answering questions from staff, court personnel and the public (in person and by phone).
• Performs data entry and case research in iCIS.
• Reviews, audits, and updates calendar logs.
• Updates and maintains unit training manuals.
• Assists with facilitating Teams and one-on-one meetings with staff.
• Timekeeping responsibilities of assigned staff.
• May perform supervisory functions in the absence of a supervisor.

Working Conditions : Work primarily performed in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak clearly and hear; see details of objects that are less than a few feet away; sit for long periods of time; stand, walk, use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally push, pull or lift up to 20 pounds. Additional Information Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances. All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant. Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department. The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Apply Now!