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Minnesota Judicial Branchposted about 1 month ago
Elk River, MN
The Tenth Judicial District, which includes eight counties in the Northern Suburbs of the Twin Cities Metro Area, is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Court Operations Supervisor to join the Sherburne Court Administration team in Elk River, MN.
The Court Operations Supervisor is responsible for assigning, directing, supervising, and coordinating the work of an assigned work unit/division to ensure that cases are processed in a timely and accurate manner. As a Court Operations Supervisor, you will directly supervise a moderate number of staff in a Court Administrator’s office in a medium to large county. This position requires excellent communication, the ability to analyze legal documents for content, and interpret/apply statutes and court rules. This position also requires the ability to make sound, independent judgments and decisions and deal with diverse populations, including staff, judges, stakeholders, and attorneys.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:
Processes and directly supervises the processing of civil, family, probate, and CHIPs cases filed in the assigned court, division, or unit and matters relating to the 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.
Directs the workflow of the division to ensure that work is fairly distributed, that priority work is handled promptly, and that deadlines are met, as well as delegating projects and assignments to staff as appropriate.
Develops, recommends, and implements new policies and procedures to comply with current statutes and regulations as they pertain to the division; and simplifies work processes so that the division operates more efficiently.
Performs a wide variety of complex court clerical and supervisory clerical assignments; reviews and processes legal documents, assures completeness and accuracy of court records; schedules cases, may be responsible for a specialized case processing activity such as preparing appeals; answers procedural questions for staff; works with supervisor and subordinate staff to develop and implement new procedures and responds to changes in the law.
Interprets statutes, rules, and orders and provides recommendations on procedural questions to attorneys, subordinates and the general public.
Provides orientation to staff members regarding new rules and legislation pertinent to the division and updates appropriate manuals for current use.
Selects, coaches, mentors, develops, and evaluates the performance of staff according to established standards.
Work in conjunction with co-supervisors and the Court Administrator to create and foster an inclusive team environment for all staff members.
Ability to lead, manage, organize, and meet deadlines of projects as assigned by the manager
Communicate effectively with parties, court staff, judges and judge teams, justice partners, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
Maintains employee personnel records and time sheets; actively involved in all aspects of performance management, including hiring, onboarding, and discipline for the division.
QUALIFICATIONS:
What You Must Have
We value the unique combination of skills, strengths, and experiences each individual brings to a role. If your background includes any mix of the education, training, or experience outlined for this position, we encourage you to apply!
Graduation from high school, or equivalent
3-5 years' experience as a Court Operations Associate, Leadworker II or similar position
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, information technology, court administration, public or business administration, behavioral science, or a closely related area, and considerable experience in a trial court and/or training environment, or equivalent combination of directly related experience and education.
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, operation, function, and scope of the authority of the court or activity to which assigned.
Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques.
Considerable knowledge of the automated court information system.
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.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside of the Judicial Branch.
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 understand and follow oral and written instructions
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This position is located in the Sherburne County Government Center at 13880 Business Center Dr. NW Elk River, MN 55330
This position is primarily on-site, but may offer the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule depending on the needs of the role and team.
The expected hiring range for internal hires for this position is $34.06 to $43.39/hour, based on qualifications, with a full future earning potential of $43.40- $52.72/hour.
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Initial days off: Saturday, Sunday, and Court Designated Holidays.
The Court Operations Supervisor is responsible for assigning, directing, supervising, and coordinating the work of an assigned work unit/division to ensure that cases are processed in a timely and accurate manner. As a Court Operations Supervisor, you will directly supervise a moderate number of staff in a Court Administrator’s office in a medium to large county. This position requires excellent communication, the ability to analyze legal documents for content, and interpret/apply statutes and court rules. This position also requires the ability to make sound, independent judgments and decisions and deal with diverse populations, including staff, judges, stakeholders, and attorneys.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:
Processes and directly supervises the processing of civil, family, probate, and CHIPs cases filed in the assigned court, division, or unit and matters relating to the 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.
Directs the workflow of the division to ensure that work is fairly distributed, that priority work is handled promptly, and that deadlines are met, as well as delegating projects and assignments to staff as appropriate.
Develops, recommends, and implements new policies and procedures to comply with current statutes and regulations as they pertain to the division; and simplifies work processes so that the division operates more efficiently.
Performs a wide variety of complex court clerical and supervisory clerical assignments; reviews and processes legal documents, assures completeness and accuracy of court records; schedules cases, may be responsible for a specialized case processing activity such as preparing appeals; answers procedural questions for staff; works with supervisor and subordinate staff to develop and implement new procedures and responds to changes in the law.
Interprets statutes, rules, and orders and provides recommendations on procedural questions to attorneys, subordinates and the general public.
Provides orientation to staff members regarding new rules and legislation pertinent to the division and updates appropriate manuals for current use.
Selects, coaches, mentors, develops, and evaluates the performance of staff according to established standards.
Work in conjunction with co-supervisors and the Court Administrator to create and foster an inclusive team environment for all staff members.
Ability to lead, manage, organize, and meet deadlines of projects as assigned by the manager
Communicate effectively with parties, court staff, judges and judge teams, justice partners, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
Maintains employee personnel records and time sheets; actively involved in all aspects of performance management, including hiring, onboarding, and discipline for the division.
QUALIFICATIONS:
What You Must Have
We value the unique combination of skills, strengths, and experiences each individual brings to a role. If your background includes any mix of the education, training, or experience outlined for this position, we encourage you to apply!
Graduation from high school, or equivalent
3-5 years' experience as a Court Operations Associate, Leadworker II or similar position
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, information technology, court administration, public or business administration, behavioral science, or a closely related area, and considerable experience in a trial court and/or training environment, or equivalent combination of directly related experience and education.
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, operation, function, and scope of the authority of the court or activity to which assigned.
Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques.
Considerable knowledge of the automated court information system.
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.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside of the Judicial Branch.
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 understand and follow oral and written instructions
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This position is located in the Sherburne County Government Center at 13880 Business Center Dr. NW Elk River, MN 55330
This position is primarily on-site, but may offer the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule depending on the needs of the role and team.
The expected hiring range for internal hires for this position is $34.06 to $43.39/hour, based on qualifications, with a full future earning potential of $43.40- $52.72/hour.
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Initial days off: Saturday, Sunday, and Court Designated Holidays.
