Deputy Court Administrator

City of Boulder; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boulder in Colorado seeks a Municipal Court Director to lead daily court operations, guide strategic initiatives, and ensure high‑quality service. You will work closely with the Judge and Court Administrator, set goals, and oversee staff performance.

Responsibilities include developing policies, managing budgets, coordinating training, and implementing process improvements. Strong public administration knowledge, leadership, and excellent communication with diverse stakeholders are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a governmental agency or any equivalent amount of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in project management.
• Two (2) years of experience in supervising team and managing workplans.
• Ability to acquire and maintain Colorado Bureau of Investigation operator security number.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the daily operations of the Municipal Court.
• Develops systems and procedures to enhance services and promote continuous improvement of the Court.
• Plans and implements organizational, program, and personnel changes.
• Coordinates daily operations and assigns and supervises subordinates’ work activities.
• Oversees development and organization of policy and procedural documents, including emergency planning and business continuity directives.

Skills

Staff supervision

Independent work

Problem analysis

Effective communication

Public administration

Court processes

Budget management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!

Application Deadline: September 23, 2026 Compensation Details: Full Pay Range 91,977.60 - 136,635.20 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time salaried position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility Group: Non Union (30+ Hours) Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.

Job Description Summary: Under limited supervision, direct and manage the daily operations of the Boulder Municipal Court (BMC) and oversee departmental projects. Facilitate planning and implementation of the department work plan, set employee goals and objectives, and track employee performance. Serves as a member of the department’s leadership team and may fill essential day-to-day tasks in the absence of the Court Administrator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs and manages the daily operations of the Municipal Court. Develops systems and procedures to enhance services and promote continuous improvement of the Court. Analyzes, develops, and implements administrative and management systems within the department. Plans and implements organizational, program, and personnel changes. Coordinates daily operations and assigns and supervises subordinates’ work activities. Directs court staff in solving situations that occur outside the standard work process. Directs staff in the development and provision of strong external and internal customer service. Coordinates department standard procedures and monitors performance measures. Establishes work priorities and standards for performing job duties, which includes quality control and quality assurance activities. Develops and maintains a team environment. Facilitates conflict resolution in employee relations and customer service issues. Sets organizational learning goals. Manage consultants and outside vendors contracted by the court. Maintains the department’s software databases. Conducts community outreach and educational opportunities for the public to better understand BMC processes and programs, including Community Court. Facilitates accomplishment of goals and objectives and tracks performance of the Court Supervisor, Court Program Supervisor, and Administrative Assistant to accomplish the annual review process. Meets frequently with individual employees to monitor progress in goals and objectives articulated in the annual review process or outlined in performance improvement plans. Gathers and follows up on information pertaining to individual employee attitudes, morale, efficiency, and effectiveness. Provides resources to staff to assist in the accomplishment of goals. Ensures that employees are developed to their highest potential. Works with court staff to ensure work quality, coordination, and consistency. Develops, assesses, and delivers training for current and new staff members. Develops and maintains Municipal Court’s policy and procedure manual. Keeps abreast of developments to laws, higher court rulings, ordinances, regulations, and department policies; and analyzes any potential impacts to the court’s policies and procedures. Works with Municipal Judge, and Court Administrator to develop or revise existing court policies and procedures based on this analysis. Coordinates with court administrator, judges, and court staff to collect information for policy development. Oversees development and organization of policy and procedural documents, which include emergency planning and business continuity directives. Communicates changes in the court’s policies and procedures to staff. Oversees departmental projects involving technology acquisition, enhancing departmental services, and process improvement.

Duties and responsibilities include the following:

Project Team Responsibilities

• Creates project teams and project plans.
• Determines priorities and directs progress accordingly.
• Tracks, monitors, and reports progress to participants, court administration, and other departments and agencies.
• Serves as liaison between individuals, work teams, outside vendors and other court stakeholders.
• Makes and documents business decisions into procedures internal to day-to-day operations.
• Continuously reviews and evaluates progress and adjusts work plans as necessary.
• May fulfil day-to-day tasks in the in the absence of the Court Administrator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to supervise diverse employees
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to assume responsibility, to prioritize and resolve problems, to work under pressure, to pay close attention to detail, to coordinate tasks to completion and provide quality control for responsiveness and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of individuals including the ability to interact effectively and respectfully with various individuals in sometimes difficult situations within a contentious environment.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, develop and represent recommendations, and implement changes.
• Knowledge of general principles and practice of public administration and of court processes and management.
• Knowledge of jail, probation and public defense best practices and legal requirements.
• Knowledge of city legislative processes, fiscal and budget management processes, and applicable administrative policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, State, and local laws and regulations affecting the work of the Municipal Court.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Skill in highly effective team building and leadership including consensus building to resolve conflicts, negotiate agreements and gain cooperation among competing interest groups.
• Skill in business and fiscal management.
• Skill in problem analysis and decision-making, adaptability/flexibility, and stress tolerance in a highly visible public environment.
• Skill in excellent strategic planning, organizing, and time management.
• Skill in excellent written and verbal communications including public presentations.
• Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening, including criminal conviction history and credit history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to demonstrate experience with CBI, Full Court or other court management software, parking management software, and/or other photo enforcement software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish in a professional capacity for communication objectives.
• Knowledge of current Municipal Court and related city issues and stakeholders, both internal and external, including other governmental legislative and agency processes, players, and issues.
• Knowledge of National Association for Court Management’s CORE® Curriculum Knowledge and experience in court or criminal justice administration.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a governmental agency or any equivalent amount of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in project management.
• Two (2) years of experience in supervising team and managing workplans
• Ability to acquire and maintain Colorado Bureau of Investigation operator security number.

SUPERVISION

• Supervision Received: Court Administrator
• Supervision Exercised: Court Supervisor, Court Navigation Manager, Court Analyst, and Administrative Assistant

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Physical and Mental Effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate computer equipment and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to work in an office setting.

Work Environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. Work may include traveling to and from meetings and business locations. Work includes working with clients in the community.

Machines and Equipment Used: Work may include extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and/ or operating a keyboard.

Equality and Inclusion

As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy.

Add your voice and talents to the City of Boulder and help us grow in service excellence for an inspired future. Through our focus on Racial Equity, our employee benefits, and the programs and resources available to our diverse staff, we work to intentionally embed our core values into the fabric of our organization. The city recognizes that careers are shaped through many pathways, and we value the perspectives and talents that come with them.

We believe that diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We welcome candidates with a wide range of lived experiences and professional backgrounds — including those historically excluded or underrepresented in government. We especially encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others whose voices haven’t always been heard in public service. Our commitment to equity also extends to the planet we share. We’re working toward a sustainable, thriving community that supports clean energy, protects ecosystems, and uses resources responsibly for generations to come.