Deputy State Court Administrator - Human Resources

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking an experienced and strategic human resource professional to serve as the Deputy State Court Administrator – Human Resources (DSCA-HR). Reporting to the State Court Administrator, this senior-level position serves as the Judicial Branch’s Chief Human Resources Administrator and provides strategic leadership for a statewide workforce operating across multiple courts and non-judicial agencies. The DSCA-HR is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive, centralized human resources strategy that supports the mission, integrity, and operational excellence of the Judicial Branch. This position provides oversight of workforce planning, compensation administration, labor and employee relations, organizational development, recruitment and retention, employee training, policy development, performance management, workplace investigations, and classification and compensation initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as the principal advisor to Judicial Branch leadership on complex workforce matters, oversee administration of multiple collective bargaining agreements and compensation plans, collaborate with executive leadership on workforce and budget planning, and lead initiatives that promote consistency, accountability, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness throughout the Judicial Branch.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher OR Four years of professional human resources experience OR Three years of professional human resources experience AND a Statewide Human Resource Certification or professional human resource certification.
Three years’ experience in human resource management which includes planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing human resource operations for at least one human resource function.
Three years’ experience in developing and evaluating human resource policies and procedures.
Two years’ experience in strategic planning such as planning and mapping a path between the present and future usually for three to five years by determining key objectives, how to accomplish the key objectives, what strategies should be used, what activities would contribute to accomplishing the key objectives and developing performance measures to gauge and report progress or success.
Two years’ experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.
Knowledge of labor relations, including collective bargaining, and grievance resolutions.
A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Budget Management.
Knowledge and/or experience supporting training management, training administration, employee development, organizational development, or human resource systems.

Responsibilities

Provide senior leadership for all human resources functions across the Judicial Branch, ensuring alignment with the strategic goals and mission of the organization.
Develop and implement branchwide workforce planning strategies that support organizational growth, succession planning, operational efficiency, and long-term workforce sustainability.
Direct the development, implementation, and administration of centralized human resources policies, programs, and procedures in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and Judicial Branch policies.
Oversee compensation administration, including salary analyses, advanced salary recommendations, classification studies, pay plan administration, position management, and compensation equity initiatives.
Collaborate with leadership and fiscal staff to forecast personnel costs, monitor expenditures, and support budget development.
Direct organizational reviews of position classifications, reporting structures, and workforce alignment to ensure appropriate classification, operational effectiveness, and compliance with established standards.
Serve as the Judicial Branch's senior advisor on labor and employee relations, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance resolution, and disciplinary matters.
Provide strategic guidance to leadership regarding complex employee relations issues, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and risk management.
Develop and oversee branch wide learning, leadership development, compliance training, and professional development initiatives that enhance employee performance, engagement, and retention.
Analyze workforce trends, compensation data, recruitment metrics, and organizational performance to develop recommendations that improve operational effectiveness and support informed decision-making.
Represent the Chief Justice as the Judicial Branch designee on the State Employee Benefits Committee (SEBC), providing expertise on employee benefits, healthcare initiatives, compensation, and wellness programs.
Build collaborative partnerships with court administrators, judicial officers, executive leadership, legal counsel, labor organizations, and external agencies to advance workforce initiatives and promote consistent human resources practices throughout the Judicial Branch.
Supervise Human Resources and Training leadership staff while providing strategic direction and functional guidance to HR professionals throughout the Judicial Branch.