Strategic Court Operations Leader

Vermont Judiciary; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan at no cost

12 vacation days

12 sick leave days

5 personal days

14 paid holidays

FMLI

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

The Vermont Judiciary seeks a Court Operations Manager in Burlington to lead day-to-day operations across one or more divisions within the Superior Court Unit. The role reports to the Superior Court Clerk and combines management, budgeting, and coordination to ensure efficient, accurate court processes aligned with Judicial Branch goals.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver with integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex workflows in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Four years of management experience required.
• Alternative to education: work experience may substitute for education on a six-month basis per one semester.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and supervise staff across one or more divisions.
• Coordinate scheduling of court resources monthly, weekly, and daily.
• Manage budgeting, invoices, time sheets, expenses, and daily cash management.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff including state judiciary employees and contractors/volunteers.
• Maintain accurate court records and timely distribution of court documents.
• Foster relationships with attorneys, jurors, law enforcement, media, and related agencies.

Skills

Collaborative problem-solver

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (8 semesters)

10 years court/legal experience (alternative)

Job description

The Vermont Judiciary seeks a Court Operations Manager in Burlington to lead day-to-day operations across one or more divisions within the Superior Court Unit. The role reports to the Superior Court Clerk and combines management, budgeting, and coordination to ensure efficient, accurate court processes aligned with Judicial Branch goals.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver with integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex workflows in a fast-paced