District Court Administrator Adams County

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Gettysburg, PA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 56302 - 76944
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This senior management position is responsible for overseeing the Adams County Courts administrative functions under the general direction of the President Judge. The primary responsibilities include managing caseflow processes human resources facilities information technology jury operations security community relations public information emergency preparedness and fiscal administration.

Job Duties

  • Responsible for the daily management and supervision of court functions. Oversees the processing of court filings assignment of court-appointed counsel requests for visiting or senior judges the transcript production process the utilization of interpreters and the production of court lists. Ensures the scheduling of hearings trials and other proceedings. Assists the public with inquiries regarding obtaining counsel scheduling weddings and assisting with PFA matters.

  • Prepares submits and monitors the annual court budget including general oversight of the budgets of court-related offices including purchasing (Domestic Relations Dept. of Probation Services). Oversees payment processing for court-related services. Prepares and distributes financial and statistical reports as needed.

  • Ensures compliance with AOPC policies and procedures. Prepares and maintains job descriptions. Oversees court hiring practices and manages disciplinary activities. Collaborates with the County government regarding payroll and benefits management.

  • Develops and implements an orientation program for court employees. Recommends training programs to enhance court personnels skills.

  • Oversees the jury selection process. Develops effective jury orientation programs and arranges jury sequestration.

  • Evaluates the security needs of all court offices and serves as a standing member of the court security committee. Plans and oversees the installation of security enhancements. Communicates with the Sheriffs Office and the Security Office regarding courtroom security. Reports threats to the AOPC.

  • Communicates with court personnel about the use of current technology systems. Identifies hardware and software programs that can enhance court efficiency and collaborates with the County IT Department to implement new systems and programs.

  • Acts as a liaison among the judiciary and various governmental entities (such as Commissioners Constables District Attorney Sheriff etc.) regarding issues of shared interest; collaborates with Legal Services and Domestic Violence providers to ensure the effective processing of PFA cases.

  • Oversees the use of court-controlled space manages acquisition of supplies small equipment and capital purchases. Communicates as needed with vendors related to facilities.

  • Acts as the Right-To-Know Officer representing the court to the media public bar associations and local and state officials. Monitors and ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

  • Develops and updates the Courts Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) of emergency preparedness.

  • Directs special projects to achieve court objectives. Researches recommends develops and implements effective methods to enhance court operations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Judicial Business or Public Administration or a closely related field; PLUS

  • Three years of professional-level experience in court management or four years of varied office management work including professional-level experience in budgeting procurement and human resources management.

  • An equivalent combination of education experience and/or training may be considered.

Additional Requirement

  • Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Job Highlights

  • Excellent benefits program including comprehensive low-cost 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 employee assistance programs and State retirement plans.

Salary information

Starting Annual Salary

$56302 - $76944

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This senior management position is responsible for overseeing the Adams County Courts administrative functions under the general direction of the President Judge. The primary responsibilities include managing caseflow processes human resources facilities information technology jury operations securi...
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