Deputy Director II

Hartford Probate Court; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday leave

Paid vacation leave

Paid sick leave

Three paid personal leave days per cal

Group life insurance

457 Deferred Compensation

Voluntary flexible spending account

Discounted auto and home insurance

Long term disability

Short term disability

Hybrid remote work may be available

Job summary

Judicial Branch External Affairs Division seeks a Deputy Director II to manage media relations, coordinate responses across divisions, assist with events including high-profile trials, and supervise camera request processing. Oversees internal/external publications and collaborates on social media campaigns to enhance public trust.

At least five years of supervision preferred; remote work not contemplated. The role reports to the Executive Director and would lead division staff with a focus on

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.
• Extensive management principles and techniques; supervise staff.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and organizational abilities; proficient with computers.
• Experience in policy development and program evaluation.
• Travel may be required in the course of daily work.

Responsibilities

• Directs programs and staff within the division; coordinates administrative activities.
• Represents the division on committees; develops policies and budget guidance.
• Reviews, develops and implements legislation and unit budgets; prepares reports.
• Supervises division staff; conducts performance evaluations; trains staff.
• Assists Director during absences and supports training initiatives.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Management experience

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Job description

Deputy Director II

Date Posted: 09/18/2026

Posting Number: 26-8100-004

Application Deadline: 10/05/2026

Location

External Affairs: Hartford

Salary Range

$131,308 - $171,959/year - plus State of Connecticut benefits. New employees begin at the minimum. The starting salary for existing state employees may be higher than the minimum, in accordance with existing Judicial Branch policy.

Employee Benefits

• Paid holiday leave
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave
• Three paid personal leave days per calendar year
• Group life insurance
• 457 Deferred Compensation
• Voluntary flexible spending account programs
• Discounted auto and home insurance policies
• Long term disability
• Short term disability
• Hybrid remote work may be available for certain job positions

The Judicial Branch's External Affairs Division is seeking a Deputy Director to manage and coordinate the Judicial Branch’s media relations, including but not limited to media inquiries, assisting all five Branch divisions with coordinating media responses, assisting with events, including high-profile trials as needed, and supervising the processing of camera requests from the media. The deputy director will also manage both internal and external publications of the Branch, work with the Executive Director in developing a social media campaign designed to enhance public trust and confidence in the judiciary and as requested prepare speeches and/or assist in the development and use of visual aids. The deputy director will supervise employees within the division, and at least five years of supervision is highly preferred. Please note that remote work is not contemplated for this position.

DIVISION

Branch-wide

CLASS DEFINITION

This class is accountable for directing administrative support or operational programs critical to a Division.

GUIDELINES FOR CLASSIFICATION USE

Assignment of Deputy Directors to the I, II and III levels will be determined by the Chief Court Administrator based on recommendations from the appropriate Executive Director.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general direction from an employee of higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs program staff as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Directs programs and/or staff as assigned; coordinates, plans and directs operational or administrative activities as assigned; formulates program goals and objectives in accordance with division policies and standards; develops related policies; conducts performance evaluations; maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of the Branch who might impact on division activities; provides guidance and direction to field offices regarding division and Branch policies and procedures; develops and maintains systems for evaluating program performance and effectiveness; assists in the review, development and implementation of legislation and the unit’s budget; prepares reports and correspondence; may act for the Director during absences; assists with or performs projects as assigned; develops and conducts staff training programs; analyzes operations to determine needs and makes recommendations for improvement; represents the division on a variety of committees; develops forms, manuals and other instructional materials; performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY: Considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable interpersonal skills; analytical and organizational skills; computer skills; considerable ability to apply relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable problem solving skills; ability to evaluate policy and programs, recommend and coordinate policy development activities.

Experience And Training

General Experience: Ten years of professional experience exercising administrative or supervisory responsibilities.

Substitutions Allowed

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen semester hours equaling one-half year of experience to a maximum of four years for a Bachelor’s degree. 2) A law degree or a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one additional year of the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Incumbents may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.