Court Director

Leon County Clerk of Courts and Comptroller's Office•301 S. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller serves Leon County residents by supporting court operations, processing and recording judicial orders, and safeguarding public records and funds. We are seeking service-oriented professionals to join our Tallahassee team. At the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office, you can: Take pride in delivering high-quality public service. Contribute to an organization that values professionalism and accountability. Participate in structured professional development. Support court operations and essential public services in Leon County. The Court Director oversees and administers court operational functions for the division, ensuring compliance, operational consistency, and effective service delivery across all assigned court operational areas. The position establishes operational priorities, coordinates division-wide workflow practices, and advises executive leadership regarding court operational matters. This position reports to the Chief Deputy Clerk and operates within a structured public-sector environment requiring professionalism, accountability, and adherence to statutory and procedural requirements. The position ensures operational compliance with statutes, court rules, administrative orders, and established procedures but does not interpret legal rulings or determine legal outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Experience in court administration, governmental operations, or organizational management including leadership responsibilities.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Ability to direct division-wide operations and evaluate organizational performance.
Ability to implement operational strategies and monitor compliance with established procedures.
Ability to communicate professionally with executive leadership, judiciary, external partners, and staff.
Ability to evaluate operational needs, interpret policies, and determine appropriate administrative action within established authority.
Background screening as applicable
Verification of eligibility to work in the United States (E-Verify)
Pre-employment drug testing
Maintenance of required licensure or certification, if applicable
Driver’s License may be required if assigned duties involve travel between Clerk locations

Nice To Haves

Experience directing multiple operational units, divisions, or programs within a governmental or court environment.
Experience establishing operational standards, performance metrics, or division-wide initiatives.
Experience advising executive leadership on operational, staffing, or workflow matters.
Advanced degree in public administration, Business Administration, Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees multiple court operational areas and ensures effective service delivery.
Establishes workflow priorities and operational expectations.
Implements operational policies and ensures alignment with statutory and judicial requirements.
Evaluates operational impact of procedural or legislative changes and coordinates implementation.
Supervises management staff and oversees performance management processes.
Advises Chief Deputy Clerk on operational needs, staffing, and workflow considerations.
Serves as liaison with judiciary, justice partners, and external agencies regarding operational matters.
Represents the Clerk’s Office, with the Chief Deputy Clerk’s approval, in operational and interagency discussions.