Court Administration Lead

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Court Administration Lead provides leadership in the Criminal Department by supervising staff in Initial Appearance Court that provide case processing, case flow management and judicial/administrative support. Intake Transfer Release (ITR) Facility, IA Court is located at: 2670 S. 28th Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85009. Schedule Monday-Thursday – 4:30 pm-3:00 am (30-minute lunch) 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.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
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.
Knowledge of: State Constitution of Arizona, Arizona Criminal Court rules, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of: Legal terminology and the legal requirements of processing court documents.
Knowledge of: Customer service standards and practices.
Skill in: The use of Microsoft Office applications.
Skill in: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Skill in: Leadership and coordinating the work of subordinates.
Ability to: Multitask and cope with high volume.
Ability to: Work in a time-critical work environment.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual skills in Spanish/English
Experience in a legal/court environment
Experience with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Trains and oversees work of other court staff.
Oversees a function or program within the scope of the appropriate court setting.
Assists with the hiring of staff.
May supervise a small group or perform supervisory functions in absence of supervisor.
Assists other staff in problem resolution and facilitates training in court operations.
Answers difficult questions concerning departmental policies.
Investigates and responds to complex public complaints and requests for information or service in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Updates database information.
Prepares detailed statistical reports.
Arranges for interpreters.
Reviews case documents for completeness; contacts interested parties for missing information.
Prepares information for Judges or Commissioners review prior to hearings.
Prepares courtroom, gathers all parties for hearings, directs when cases will proceed to the courtroom and manages calendar flow.
Prepares and designs management information reports.
Responds to inquiries regarding court cases.
Answers questions from public and other agencies.
Processes high volume of Search Warrants and Search Warrant Returns.
Providing regular onsite or in-person supervision to assess business needs by observation, by monitoring group dynamics with face-to-face interaction and through the use of body language/nonverbal communication, engaging in interpersonal bonding, and modeling expected behaviors.