COURT ADMINISTRATOR

Los Alamos County; New Mexico; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos County is seeking a Court Administrator to oversee the daily administrative functioning of the Municipal Court. Under general supervision of the Municipal Judge, you will participate in administrative decision making and establish office policies and priorities.

You will set workflow standards, ensure efficient operations, and maintain confidentiality of privileged information. A strong background in court administration and supervisory leadership is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Three years’ experience as a court clerk, office management or other related managerial experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience across all years of job-related experience or three years as Senior Court Clerk.
• Successful completion of thorough background investigation, including FBI fingerprint check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily administrative functioning of the Municipal Court.
• Directly participate in court administrative decision making; establish, implement, and enforce office policies and procedures.
• Set workflow priorities and standards; maintain confidentiality of all privileged information.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Office management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Court Administrator
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Municipal Court
SUPERVISOR: Municipal Judge
Position Summary:
Under general supervision of Municipal Judge, oversees the daily administrative functioning of the Court. Ensures that the office runs effectively and efficiently. Directly participates in court administrative decision making; establishes, implements, and enforces office policies and procedures, and sets workflow priorities and standards. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Three years’ experience as a court clerk, office management or other related managerial experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience across all years of job-related experience or three years as Senior Court Clerk.
• Successful completion of thorough background investigation, including FBI fingerprint check.