COURT SUPPORT MANAGER

COURT SUPPORT MANAGER at Thurston County Central Services Department summary :

The Court Support Manager oversees the daily non-judicial operations of a District Court department, managing staff leadership, supervision, and departmental processes. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating procedures and programs aligned with court policies, and providing support to judicial officers and court leadership. The manager ensures compliance with court rules, handles personnel matters, and fosters a positive work culture in the court environment.

Job Description

The salary for this position is : $6,626 - $8,715 monthly.

Thurston County District Court is seeking applications from those interested in bringing an inspiring, service-oriented, and positive leadership approach to two (2) available positions as a Court Support Manager . These positions are responsible for managing the daily, non-judicial operations of the assigned District Court Department(s). Duties of the positions include assigned staff leadership, supervision and support, and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of department operations consistent with the mission, vision, and objectives of the District Court judicial officers and Court Executive Officer. This involves the planning, design, and implementation of procedures, processes, programs, and projects that comply with the court's policies and goals, along with coordination of these duties and functions through direct reporting staff.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Plans, organizes, and supervises the daily non-judicial operations of the assigned District Court department.
• Develops and recommends short and long-range plans supporting the goals, mission, and vision of the court. Works with court executive leadership to establish cohesion and alignment of workplans.
• Provides first line resolution of personnel, risk management, and working condition issues; responding to issues of concern.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises the work of assigned staff and develops work performance measurements and standards. Conducts evaluations and makes recommendations regarding personnel, such as hiring, professional development, and disciplinary actions.
• Provides leadership, training, and support of assigned department staff, establishing a positive and motivating court culture in alignment with the mission and vision of the court.
• Ensures the implementation of policies and procedures, application of project or program initiatives, compliance with court rules and statutes, and provides technical guidance and direction on court policy and administrative procedures.

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WORKING CONDITIONS :

WHO WE ARE :

District Court serves the community of Thurston County as a court of limited jurisdiction. This court hears misdemeanors, infractions, civil and small claims, protection orders, and name changes. Thurston County District Court provides recognized support through our court and community support services, Mental Health and Veterans Court, as well as Probation services. The vision of District Court is Serving Justice Through Serving People.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES :

Why you'll love it here : Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com .

Message to potential applicants : We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

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Questions about this recruitment? Please contact : Frankie Peters, Court Executive Officer, at

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Please note : Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at . Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or ) to connect with Washington Relay.

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court operations management, staff supervision, departmental planning, judicial support, policy compliance, personnel management, public administration, legal environment, court policies, program implementation