Deputy Chief Clerk

New York State Unified Court System; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

13 paid holidays

20 paid vacation days

Job summary

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Deputy Chief Clerk to support the Eighth Judicial District in North Tonawanda City Court. This role involves overseeing personnel, budgets, and the processing of cases while ensuring accurate statistical reporting and compliance with policies.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree and two years of managerial experience or an equivalent combination. The position offers full-time employment with competitive compensation and benefits,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personnel management and supervision
• Budget management and control
• Management of case processing and statistical reporting operations
• A wide range of clerical and managerial duties
• Travel may be required

Skills

Managerial experience

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.

Position Overview:

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Deputy Chief Clerk to support the Eighth Judicial District in North Tonawanda City Court.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with personnel management and supervision
• Budget management and control
• Management of case processing and statistical reporting operations
• A wide range of clerical and managerial duties
• Travel may be required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Salary & Compensation:

• $76,112

What the Courts Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year

Full Job Description can be reviewed here: 8620_deputy_chief_clerk_ii.pdf

Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 30, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.