Trial Division Director — Court Operations Leader

Ottawa County; West Olive (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Ottawa County seeks a senior court administrator to direct all non-judicial functions of the Trial Division across criminal, civil, domestic relations and appellate cases from Grand Haven and West Olive locations.

The role emphasizes policy development, budgeting, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with Michigan court rules and related requirements, with a focus on efficient court operations and access to justice.

Qualifications

• Thorough working knowledge of judicial administration and court systems.
• Strong understanding of Michigan Court Rules and State Court Administrative Office requirements.
• Experience in budgeting and grant administration.
• Proven supervisory and staff development skills.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Direct non-judicial functions of the Trial Division across multiple dockets.
• Supervise Trial Division staff, interns, and volunteers with performance reviews.
• Develop and implement policies to ensure access to justice and efficiency.
• Oversee budgeting and annual appropriations; coordinate audits.
• Coordinate ADR and court reporting, and monitor compliance with laws.
• Schedule pretrial conferences, motions, trials, and appeals; manage calendar.

Skills

Judicial administration

Public finance

Supervisory principles

Legal terminology

Court rules & procedures

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in judicial/public/business administration

Master's degree or JD preferred

Job description

Ottawa County seeks a senior court administrator to direct all non-judicial functions of the Trial Division across criminal, civil, domestic relations and appellate cases from Grand Haven and West Olive locations.

The role emphasizes policy development, budgeting, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with Michigan court rules and related requirements, with a focus on efficient court operations and access to justice.