Judicial Court Operations & Training Manager

Kootenai-County,-Id; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical clinic

PERSI retirement plan

Generous PTO

Career growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Kootenai County is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Court Services Judicial Manager to help lead, train, and support our in-court judicial staff.

In this leadership role, you’ll work closely with court supervisors and management to develop training programs, coordinate staffing and schedules, promote consistency in courtroom operations, and ensure court processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
• 5 years of management experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of court operations, terminology, and the local legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of Idaho Code and Idaho Court Rules, including the ability to research, interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements.
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to train, coach, guide, and motivate employees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to remain calm, tactful, and professional in high-stress situations involving sensitive legal, financial, family, and personal matters.
• A commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, accuracy, accountability, and respectful public service.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet County insurability requirements for travel to designated court locations.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs and develop effective training programs, materials, and procedures for court clerical staff.
• Coordinate training, coach employees, provide constructive feedback, and support performance improvement.
• Develop, maintain, and improve training materials and standardized procedures for in-court staff.
• Manage staff schedules, prepare timesheets, monitor workloads, and help ensure court deadlines are met.
• Prepare case files, operate digital recording systems, document proceedings, administer oaths, manage evidence, and assist with courtroom decorum.
• Oversee case documentation, data entry, file audits, reporting, and recordkeeping for criminal, civil, juvenile, and child protection matters.
• Research Idaho Code and Idaho Court Rules, clarify procedural questions, and share updates affecting court operations.
• Work with judges, attorneys, law enforcement, court personnel, other agencies, and members of the public to address questions and resolve issues professionally.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, maintain accurate procedures, and help ensure compliance with County policies and Idaho Supreme Court requirements.
• Take a closer look at the full job description to see if this role is the right fit for you.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

5 years of management experience (2 in supervisory)

Job description

Kootenai County is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Court Services Judicial Manager to help lead, train, and support our in-court judicial staff.

In this leadership role, you’ll work closely with court supervisors and management to develop training programs, coordinate staffing and schedules, promote consistency in courtroom operations, and ensure court processes are completed accurately and efficiently.