Court Operations Supervisor, Criminal Division, St. Louis County, Duluth

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The Sixth Judicial District is seeking applicants to fill a Court Operations Supervisor position to work in the St. Louis County Court Administration Office in Duluth MN. This position is anticipated to supervise operations and staff in the criminal division. Assignment to case type will be determined based on business position directly supervises processing of cases filed in assigned court division or unit and matters relating to maintenance of financial control over receipts and disbursements and special accounts. Assigns directs supervises and coordinates the work of all subordinate staff of the unit making provisions for hiring and training of such staff.

This is highly responsible supervisory and technical work in a District Court of the Minnesota State Court System. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level court manager. Work involves development of standards controls and policies necessary to administer the various programs and services; maintenance of standards within the framework of established court and court administration policies; and coordination of the work towards the departments objectives.

What You Will Do

The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:

• Serves as a subject matter expert and resource for court operations staff using advanced knowledge and expertise to train new staff answer questions address complex or unique case processing situations and solve problems
• Research problems and consult with supervisors on identified issues or trends
• Participates in and serves as a subject matter expert for local projects workgroups or committees
• Provides input on workflow and process improvements; makes suggestions for improved methods using technology; serves as a change influencer
• Performs the full range of court operations work which may include electronic case processing systems and related applications and equipment and assuring completeness and accuracy of records
• Runs and analyzes reports on a regular basis against team metrics addressing issues and necessary corrections with employees as they arise
• Coordinates and organize teams work assignment and calendars
• Schedules facilitates and documents team meetings and trainings; maintains knowledge of court policies processes and procedures
• Provides referrals for information on case status and court records and processing of applications and documents
• Provides back-up for clerk positions as needed

What You Must Have

The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills strengths and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience training and education required for this position apply today!

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience as a Court Operations Associate or equivalent experience
• Supervisory experience

Nice to Have

• Associate or bachelors degree in business public administration management criminal justice or related field

What You Will Bring

• Thorough knowledge of court procedures and policies legal documents laws and legal factors pertaining to the court or area of assignment
• Thorough knowledge of the organization operations functions and scope of authority of the court or activity to which assigned
• Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques
• Ability to make work decisions in accordance with law regulations and departmental policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from such records
• Ability to plan assign and supervise the work of subordinate employees engaged in a variety of court activities
• Ability to express ideas concisely and clearly both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to show a high degree of respect for all customers and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds viewpoints needs and experiences through courtesy and sensitivity

What You Will Earn
The anticipated starting hourly rate for this position is no less than $34.06 with a full future earning potential of $34.06-$52.72 per hour. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.

Supplemental Information
The Sixth Judicial District serves Minnesotas Arrowhead Region including the counties of Carlton Cook Lake and St. Louis (Duluth Hibbing and Virginia).

Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting courtroom or at a public counter. Work involves contact with persons who may be angry abusive or threatening.

Logistics:

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) exempt position classified as Court Operations Supervisor within the Minnesota Judicial Branch job classification system. This position will office out of the St. Louis County Courthouse located at 105 North 5^th Avenue West in Duluth MN. This position may be working in a hybrid role consisting of a combination of remote and in person work. When working remotely access to reliable internet connection is required. Typical hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

This position is posted for internal and external application simultaneously.

• Application deadline:June 22 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
• Initial application review will begin after June 22.
• Interviews are anticipated to be held June 27.
• Position will be open until filled.

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