District Court Administrator - York County
District Court Administrator - York County
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Job Description
Job Duties
Provides supervision and oversight to Court Administration which comprises six deputies two supervisors and six support staff. Additionally responsibilities extend to managing 15 Judicial Assistants 16 Law Clerks and various court departments including Adult Probation Juvenile Probation Domestic Relations CASA Divorce Masters PFA and 19 Magisterial District Courts.
Researches and develops management policy for the Court and courtappointed departments. In collaboration with the President Judge and the bench establishes goals standards and policies for the Court. Networks with other court administrators across the state sharing valuable information and solutions. Provides guidance to department heads to ensure the successful implementation of policies and procedures. Oversees court administrative functions.
Manages the criminal jury trial term system.
Directs the preparation and management of various court calendars and schedules.
Develops and implements courtapproved modern case flow management methodologies including time standards and effective calendaring. Analyzes case flow statistics to identify areas in need of improvement and collaborates with members of the Bar and the Criminal Justice Community to create mutually beneficial procedures. Additionally drafts local rules in either independent or collaborative models.
Coordinates human resource management and labor relations functions within the court and its departments. Advises the Court regarding hiring disciplinary actions and termination decisions. Advises the Court concerning legal implications of personnel actions. Evaluates the performance of department heads supervisory and other staff. Consults with the County on the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements. Investigates discrimination complaints by staff and members of the public.
Oversees the work activities of the Court Administration staff. Provides information and guidance. Develops strategies for implementing new procedures and collaborates with the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts on managementrelated issues. Engages with statutory Boards such as the Minor Judiciary Education Board the Judicial Conduct Board the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency and the Sentencing Commission.
Prepares and monitors the Courts budget.
Addresses public complaints that are particularly challenging or unique in nature.
Assists with Jury Management as needed. Manages policies related to juries including numbers to summon deferrals and excusals.
Leads the advancement of court technology by establishing priorities for information systems development in cooperation with Information Services.
Meets weekly with the President Judge and monthly with the administrative judge of each division; attends to matters as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Judicial Business or Public Administration or a closely related field; PLUS
Five years of professionallevel experience in court management or eight years of professionallevel experience managing a large public or private organization including professionallevel experience in budgeting procurement and human resources management.
An equivalent combination of education experience and/or training may be considered.
Job Highlights
Excellent benefits program including comprehensive lowcost medical dental vision and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment
13 paid holidays 12 paid sick days and 12 paid vacation days per year.
Salary increases student loan forgiveness plans employee assistance programs and State retirement plans.
Salary information
Starting Annual Salary
$72817 $99518
Applicants requiring accommodation for any part of the application and/or interview process should contact Human Resources ator
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
