Chief Deputy Clerk

Full Job Description

The Chief Deputy Clerk is an executive-level management position that serves as a second-in-command to the Clerk of Court assisting the Clerk in the supervision, management, and administration of the Clerk's Office and acts on behalf of the Clerk in the Clerk's absence.

Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, supervisory, managerial, or professional work which provided an opportunity to gain (a) a general knowledge of management practices and administrative processes, (b) skill in dealing with others in person-to-person relationships and (c) the ability to exercise mature judgment.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills; possess a positive work attitude; maintain a professional demeanor; and consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of and progressively responsible experience in court or legal management in such areas as operations, information technology, space and facilities, human resources, finance, budget, and procurement.

Experience in the federal court environment is advantageous, particularly when combined with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, CM/ECF and JIFMS.

Experience in a legal field which required knowledge, interpretation, and application of Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure and/or federal statutes is highly desired.

Person selected will be required to balance the demands of varying workload responsibilities and time sensitive deadlines. Major Duties:

This position directly manages and supervises assigned functional areas, including but not limited to operations, case management, budget, finance, human resources, IT, jury administration, procurement, and space and facilities.

The position has regular interaction with judges, high-level officials of other organizations and agencies, and members of the bar and public.

The incumbent reviews and analyzes organizational structure, reporting relationships, and functional assignments; Assists in strategic planning, staff development, and change management to meet current and future needs of the office; Establishes and adjusts long range schedules, priorities, and deadlines for operational and administrative services; Analyzes the quantity and quality of work and takes or recommends necessary corrective actions; and Develops, refines, implements, and communicates office policies, procedures, and programs to enhance productivity.