Court Coordinator

Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

District Court 12 in North Carolina seeks a qualified individual to provide administrative and case management duties for the Chief District Court Judge. The role supports scheduling, reporting, and public inquiries in a fast-paced court environment.

Work hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A four-year degree in related fields and relevant experience are required, with potential to participate in language access initiatives and committee work.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in court administration, criminal justice, public administration, business, or related field, and one year of experience in the court system to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work described.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Compose and prepare a variety of materials including correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
• Track status of cases, prepare and distribute periodic reports in cases, and answer questions regarding the status of cases.
• Schedule and resolve scheduling conflicts and prepare court calendars.
• Screen callers and visitors, answer inquiries, and provide information.
• Screen and route mail including email.
• Copy, file, retrieve materials and perform periodic follow up.
• Order and distribute office supplies and equipment.
• Prepare continuing education reports and travel reimbursement requests.
• Attend meetings as assigned.
• May serve as Language Access Coordinator.

Skills

case management

organization

data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree in court administration, criminal justice, public administration, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Agency

District Court

Division

DISTRICT COURT 12

Job Classification Title

Court Coordinator (S)

Position Number

65006413

Grade

JB16

About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

District Court 12, serving Johnston, Harnett, and Lee counties, seeks a qualified individual to provide administrative and case management duties for the Chief District Court Judge.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

SALARY RANGE: $49,690.00 - $75,826.00

Duties

• Compose and prepare a variety of materials including correspondence, reports, and legal documents.


• Track status of cases, prepare and distribute periodic reports in cases, and answer questions regarding the status of cases.


• May schedule and resolve scheduling conflicts and also prepare court calendars.


• Screen callers and visitors, answer inquiries, secure and give information.


• Screen and route mail according to contents of communication including email.


• Copy, file, and retrieve materials and perform periodic follow up.


• Order and distribute office supplies and equipment.


• Prepare continuing education reports and travel reimbursement requests.


• May serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned.


• May serve as Language Access Coordinator.


• Other duties as assigned by the Court Manager or Chief District Court Judge.

This position reports to the Court Manager. Work hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• Knowledge of: court system and legal office practices and procedures.


• Skills in: case management; organization; entering data quickly and with accuracy; and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Ability to: explain office and court procedures, and regulations to the public; analyze and interpret facts or program information to make necessary decisions with accuracy; work independently in administering or coordinating special court programs; accurately spell and apply proper grammar; work well with others; and organize and complete work by specific deadlines.

Additional Information

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from a four‑year college or university with a degree in court administration, criminal justice, public administration, business, or a related field, and one year of experience in the court system to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work described; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Attach cover letter and résumé.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Eligibility

The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Contact

Charmaine J. Leeks

NC Administrative Office of the Courts

Human Resources Division

https://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers