Deputy Court Administrator

City of Arvada•Arvada, CO

4d•$82,195 - $112,389

About The Position

The City of Arvada is seeking an organized and experienced professional to join its Municipal Court as Deputy Court Administrator. This position supports daily court operations, oversees staff and case-processing functions, and helps ensure efficient, accurate, and customer-focused court services. The role requires strong leadership, administrative, and problem-solving skills, experience in court or legal operations, and a commitment to public service. This is a fixed-term, limited-duration position expected to end in December 2028, with the potential for extension and/or transition to a permanent position. The starting salary is determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity. The listed annual pay range is $82,194.66–$112,388.59; typical placement is in the entry-to-mid range.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a court, legal, or comparable environment.
Demonstrated experience developing processes, programs, or projects.
Strong working knowledge of court software and systems such as FCE and CCIS, and solid computer and technical skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software such as Word and Excel.
Proficient knowledge of accounting procedures.
Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and jury process.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and interact positively and cooperatively with personnel at all levels within the City.
Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Certification.
Must pass a criminal background check and, if required by the position, a driving record check.

Nice To Haves

One year of supervisory experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Judicial Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Organize, supervise, and coordinate the daily duties of assigned staff responsible for processing Municipal Court cases.
Participate in developing staff work plans, track progress toward goals, and prepare and conduct timely, constructive performance appraisals.
Monitor and resolve issues with the Full Court Enterprise (FCE) case management system and other court computer systems.
Operate the digital recording system and electronic file-transfer processes between the court and outside agencies; enter real-time disposition and sentencing information during court sessions.
Coordinate and perform electronic conviction reporting with the Division of Motor Vehicles.
Perform electronic queries of the Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) for motor vehicle records and criminal histories, and for warrant entry and clearances.
Provide court or case information to defendants, attorneys, police officers, and the public in accordance with open-records and confidentiality requirements.
Partner with the Court Administrator to create statistical reports, track performance measures, and complete department programs and project goals.
Assist with department budget preparation, conduct research, and make budget-related recommendations.
Monitor and reconcile daily cash revenues, investigate inconsistencies in court cashier receipts, and monitor related problems.
Provide day-to-day leadership by communicating vision and priorities, making decisions, solving problems, delegating work, managing performance and resources, hiring, developing others, and maintaining a team culture that supports strong performance and positive experiences.
Travel to and attend team and organizational meetings, training, events, and activities, and represent the department professionally.
Make or recommend hiring, promotion, transfer, disciplinary, and other personnel decisions as needed.
Coach, counsel, train, and support staff; communicate organizational rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; encourage problem solving, participatory decision making, job enrichment, and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.