Judicial Operations Manager — Trial Court

Supreme Court of Arkansas; Arkansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Annual and sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Supreme Court of Arkansas is seeking a Trial Court Administrator to oversee the administration of trial court operations and services. The role includes maintaining the judge’s docket, liaising with court staff, state agencies, and the public, and ensuring efficient operation of the judges’ trial docket.

The position requires a high school diploma with preference for a Certified Court Management Certification, and involves executive, secretarial, and administrative duties within the judiciary.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma; preference for Certified Court Management Certification.
• Strong multitasking, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of court systems, legal terminology, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages daily operations of a judicial office.
• Prepares and maintains the judge’s calendar, schedules motions, hearings, and trials.
• Interacts with attorneys, parties, and agencies to ensure attendance and smooth scheduling.
• Prepares and distributes orders as directed by the judge.
• Maintains case flow calendars and monitors time frames for dispositions.
• Screen calls and visitors; provide information and direct to proper personnel.
• Reviews documents for confidentiality and accuracy; drafts correspondence.
• Data entry in Contexte Case Management if used; performs routine clerical tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Oral and written communication

Work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Court Management Certification

Tools

Contexte Case Management

Job description

Supreme Court of Arkansas is seeking a Trial Court Administrator to oversee the administration of trial court operations and services. The role includes maintaining the judge’s docket, liaising with court staff, state agencies, and the public, and ensuring efficient operation of the judges’ trial docket.

The position requires a high school diploma with preference for a Certified Court Management Certification, and involves executive, secretarial, and administrative duties within the judiciary.