Municipal Court Supervisor

City of Pearland, TX • Pearland, TX

1d • $59,076 - $63,946 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX, is seeking to hire a full-time Municipal Court Supervisor. The Court Supervisor earns a competitive salary of $59,076.25 to $63,946.03, based on qualifications. The city offers comprehensive benefits including paid premiums for dental, long-term disability, and life insurance, with significant employer contribution to medical premiums. Additional benefits include a retirement plan through TMRS with a 2:1 match, access to a recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 13 paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and a wellness program. The City of Pearland is recognized as a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award winner, known for its rapid growth, affordable housing, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and high quality of life. The city fosters a culture of continuous learning, employee development, and innovation through multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field and 5 years of municipal administration experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level I of the Municipal Court Clerk Certification through the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center (TMCEC), at time of promotion/hire. Once certification is obtained, must maintain required certifications/licenses throughout time in position.
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Fingerprint for CJIS/TLETS

Responsibilities

• Assists with development, implementation, and adherence to court policies, procedures, and changes in local and state laws and ordinances; special projects; running reports; administrative assistance; facilitating projects; monitoring workflow; identifying and resolving problems; and preparing and verifying daily deposits.
• Manages daily work activities which include, but are not limited to, organizing, prioritizing, and assigning work; monitoring status of work in progress; inspecting completed work; consulting with Director/Assistant Director to assist with solving complex problems and providing technical expertise.
• Manages staff by participating in hiring process, establishing work schedule(s), performance coaching, providing training, evaluating performance, and making recommendations for promotion, discipline and/or termination.
• Provide oversight of all court services, jury services and juvenile activities, including filling in for the court docket specialist and juvenile case manager in their absence.
• Reviews documents presented to the court for authenticity, accuracy and appropriate judicial action.
• Calculates, collects, and processes fines, fees and court costs, based on judicial orders, for misdemeanor violations related to state law and city ordinances.
• Assists citizens with information regarding the entire municipal court process, with general information about the City and its services, and directs inquiries to the appropriate department.
• Prepares cases for court, processes judgments and dispositions, and enters case information into the court software system.
• Assists Judge and court personnel in the courtroom as needed, including operating recording software for court of record requirements.
• Prepares and maintains court files, both manual and computerized, including data entry and digital imaging.
• Assists with research and interpretation of judicial orders.
• Reviews court files for compliance, processes cases in accordance with legal requirements, and prepares documentation for judges and prosecutors, including warrant of arrest.
• Runs routine reports from the court software system.
• Generates correspondence and documentation to defendants and attorneys related to court case files such as court summonses, letters, promises to appear, document receipts, etc.
• Processes administrative dismissals for customers based on standing orders issued by the Presiding Judge.
• Reviews work for accuracy and completeness.
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Knowledgeable about the entire municipal court process.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability protection
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance
• Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match
• Access to the city's recreation fitness center
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance
• 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level