Court Forms & Access Lead — Plain Language & Accessibility, Remote

Kansas Judicial Council; Topeka (KS); Ibrido; USD 87.000 - 96.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Kansas Judicial Branch is seeking a visionary Court Forms & Access Officer to lead the evolution of statewide court forms, self-help publications, and digital content. The role focuses on plain-language standards, user-led design, and modern automation to improve accessibility.

This position offers remote work for qualified candidates with a requirement to report to the Topeka office with notice. You will collaborate with judges, clerks, and partners to advance access to justice and public

Competenze

• Requires JD or equivalent advanced degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in court administration, legal technology, or related field.
• Familiarity with Kansas statutes, court rules, and policies.

Mansioni

• Lead plain-language strategy and legal design for statewide forms.
• Oversee lifecycle of statewide court forms and public-facing materials.
• Ensure accessibility and plain-language compliance across forms and publications.
• Implement document automation and digital workflow solutions for self-represented litigants.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships.

Conoscenze

Plain language drafting

Legal document design

User experience testing

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Formazione

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent

Strumenti

Document automation platforms

Digital accessibility standards (WCAG/ADA)

Descrizione del lavoro

Kansas Judicial Branch is seeking a visionary Court Forms & Access Officer to lead the evolution of statewide court forms, self-help publications, and digital content. The role focuses on plain-language standards, user-led design, and modern automation to improve accessibility.

This position offers remote work for qualified candidates with a requirement to report to the Topeka office with notice. You will collaborate with judges, clerks, and partners to advance access to justice and public