District Court Administrator II - 7th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch•Lawrence, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The District Court Administrator serves as a key leader directing the activities of the judicial district. Working under the supervision and direction of the Chief Judge, this individual provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for court operations, facilities, and administrative functions that support the delivery of justice. The leader directs, coordinates, and supervises the work of court staff—either directly or through intermediate supervisors—to ensure the timely and accurate processing of all district court cases. The District Court Administrator fosters a collaborative and high-performing work environment and promotes operational excellence across the judicial district. As a trusted member of the court's leadership team, the District Court Administrator manages day-to-day court operations, implements policies and procedures, and ensures compliance with directives established by the Chief Judge, the Kansas Supreme Court, the State Judicial Administrator, and applicable laws. This position also performs additional duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the court. Work is performed under the general direction of the Chief Judge and is evaluated through conferences, reports, and the successful achievement of organizational goals and operational outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in court administration, public administration, business administration, or a related field supplemented by a law degree or master’s degree in judicial, public, or business administration; and three years of court administrative experience.
Two years’ additional court administrative experience may be substituted for the law or master’s degree requirement.

Responsibilities

Leads and directs administrative services including accounting, payroll, financial reporting and jury management.
Establishes organizational requirements for property and space management and plans office layout, space utilization, and workflow of court administrative activities.
Assigns and oversees staff responsible for administrative and clerical operations, establishes and refines procedures to ensure efficient workflows and effective administrative systems, coordinates the procurement of equipment and supplies necessary for court operations, and communicates policies, procedures, and essential information to court personnel.
Leads the preparation, distribution, and management of court orders, administrative communications, reports, and other official documents. Oversees court records management, ensuring accurate filing, retention, and disposition of records in compliance with established policies and legal requirements.
Prepares and presents budget and grant applicants and prepares progress reports.
Evaluates the effectiveness of personnel and administrative programs to determine requirements for program modification and personnel training, promotion, or reassignment; establishes personnel training programs.
Develop plans and programs for the application of electronic data processing to court processes and evaluate funding resources.
Directs the development and implementation of court programs to achieve organizational goals.
Communicates and collaborates with judges, court staff, county officials, attorneys, justice partners, agencies, and the public to ensure effective court operations.
Plans, organizes, and oversees special projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned.