Project Administrator to the State Court Administrator

Maryland Judiciary; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Telework option

Tuition assistance

State retirement plan

Job summary

Maryland Judiciary's Administrative Office of the Courts in Annapolis seeks a Project Administrator to support the State Court Administrator in advancing strategic objectives through analysis, reporting, and coordination of high-profile initiatives.

The role requires seven years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree (JD preferred), strong data analytics, and excellent written and oral communication. Telework up to two days per week is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; business/public policy preferred.
• Seven years of legal, administrative, or operations experience in a judicial or legal setting with research/writing.
• One year of statistical analytics experience required; JD preferred for advanced qualifications.
• Knowledge of IT hardware/software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Provide data-driven, actionable recommendations to the State Court Administrator (SCA).
• Manage Major Projects Committee issues; track responses to requests related to Access Rules.
• Draft, edit, and review formal correspondence for the SCA; take meeting notes and prepare minutes.
• Coordinate with Judiciary leaders and staff; ensure timely completion of tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Operational skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Oral communication

IT systems knowledge

Statistical analytics

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctorate (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Zoom for Government

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title

Project Administrator to State Court Administrator

Division/Department

AOC- State Court Administrator

Closing Date

October 19, 2026

Location

Administrative Office of the Courts 187 Harry S. Truman Parkway Annapolis, MD 21401

Salary

$118,135

FLSA Status

Exempt

At Will

Yes

Position Type

Fulltime

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Telework, up to 2 days per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

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Financial Disclosure

As a state employee, you may be required to file an annual Financial Disclosure with the State Ethics Commission. If you are required to file, you will be notified by the Judiciary Human Resources Division and must file within 30 days of employment and no later than April 30th of each subsequent calendar year.

Essential Job Functions

The Project Administrator to the State Court Administrator (SCA) is a full-time position to support the SCA in many different dimensions. The Project Administrator is an important advisor to the SCA and is responsible for analyses, recommendations, and implementation plans for strategic objectives and plans. This position completes special projects and conducts reviews of reports, policies, and written communication. The position also is responsible for complicated tasks such as complex research, using data and analytics to solve complex problems, offering recommendations and a course of action on certain matters, and juggling multiple time sensitive tasks. The Project Administrator supports key committees and workgroups and staff meetings. At the same time, the position demands the utmost discretion, dependability, and trustworthiness.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis in support of initiatives to streamline procedures, improve operations, and encourage long-range planning to assure results. Reviews data and statistics to ensure validity and reliability of the data and identifies areas of potential concern. Provides data -driven, operational-focused, objective advice, expertise, and implementation recommendations to the SCA to support the Judiciary?s strategic and operational plans . Manages and delegates issues before the Major Projects Committee by providing research, analysis, recommendations, and implementation strategies. Provides oversight on status and tracks responses to incoming requests related to Access Rules. Reviews and recommends best practices to complete special projects that require Judiciary knowledge, such as, but not limited to, security workforce support, continuity of service plans, legislative requests specific to the SCA, and data access requests. Conducts initial review and approval of reports, publications, policies, and other written communications on behalf of the SCA. Drafts, edits, and review of correspondence and formal email communications for the SCA and others. Attends meetings and utilizes writing skills to take meeting notes as well as documents and tracks developments and action items that may have an impact on the Judiciary; produces meeting minutes. Serves as a day-to-day liaison with key Judiciary leaders and executive level personnel within the AOC and District Court Headquarters.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. A Degree in Business Administration/Management or Public Policy preferred.

Experience: Seven (7) years of legal, administrative, or operations experience within a judicial or legal environment which required legal research and writing. One (1) year of statistical analytics.

Preferred

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience working with a high-level executive.
• Experience with IT hardware and software.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the Maryland Judiciary including rules, policies, procedures, and structure.
• Knowledge of statistical research and analyzing data.
• Ability to manage large amounts of detailed information with accuracy and skill.
• Skill in analytical, operational, and organizational functions.
• Skill in conducting research.
• Ability to organize work assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a professional office, member of a group, organization unit, or ad hoc team/committee.
• Skill in complex, professional oral and written communication.
• Ability to handle a high level of responsibility with minimal supervision.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment, often involving complex and highly sensitive issues.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing circumstances.
• Skill in meeting and dealing with people in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Skill in effective listening and interpersonal relations.
• Knowledge of IT systems to respond to challenging projects.

Physical Requirements

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Equipment, Machinery And Tools

Personal computer to complete daily work. Mobile devices to provide IT support to SCA. Tablet devices to provide IT support to SCA. Remote meeting solutions to support SCA's calendar. Laptop for meetings.

Software And Computer Skills

MS Office suite and Adobe Acrobat. Troubleshoot IT problems to quickly find solutions to problems minimizing impact on office operations. Mobile devices and computer equipment required to provide IT support. Zoom for Government and Microsoft Teams.

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [e-mail] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .