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State of Montana Court Administrator (01400) in Helena, Montana
The Supreme Court is seeking a skilled and seasoned leader to serve as Court Administrator for the state Judicial Branch. This is an ideal position for a person with a proven track record as a successful manager and leader of a large, complex organization. An understanding of courts and the ability to manage major programs throughout the state is essential.* *The first review of applications will be after September 6, 2024.The following materials are required: * Resume -Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position. * Cover Letter * Three Professional References Please submit the required documents on theState of Montana Careerswebsite, or mail them to: SCA Search Committee c/o Human Resources P.O. Box 203005 Helena, MT. 59601 When submitting the required documents online, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. Travel may be required and working hours may include evenings & weekends.* * For a complete job description, please emailkatie.erickson@mt.gov The Montana Judicial Branch offers a variety of opportunities to help you make a difference in your community, and further your career. As a service-oriented employer, we seek employees with a passion for customer service to help us fulfill our mission to provide an independent, accessible, responsive, impartial, and timely forum to resolve disputes; to preserve the rule of law; and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and Montana.__ _Benefits of working for the Judicial Branch: _ * Work/life balance * Family friendly policies * Dedicated and caring colleagues * Health coverage * Retirement plans * Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year) * Opportunities and room for professional growth * Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF This position is in Helena, MT. Helena exists as a crossroads between past and present, tame and untamed, mountainous wilderness and hometown warmth. A place where you can hike for miles without seeing a soul, stroll through our charming downtown, and enjoy breweries with breathtaking views—all in the same day. From the early roots of Blackfeet, Salish, Crow and Bannock tribes who found this land abundant with bison and natural resources - to the four lucky prospectors who, in their last efforts, struck gold in 1864 - Helena is a place rich with history, beauty, and life. Learn more by visiting https://www.visitmt.com/ The Court Administrator is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of, the Supreme Court. The key duties include: * Managing administrative matters for the Chief Justice and the Court and performing work assigned by the Court. * Supervising and managing the work of directors overseeing budget and finance, technology services, human resources, the State Law Library, Youth Court services, and court services including drug treatment courts, assistance for self-represented litigants, pretrial services, court security, and other administrative services. * Identifying major needs in the court system and aggressively pursuing solutions to those needs. Budget, technology and legislative experience is essential. * Overseeing the work of boards and commissions attached to the Branch. This includes active participation with the District Court Council – the body governing District Court operations. * Establishing positive relationships with a variety of people including judges at all levels, staff in the Judicial Branch, Executive Branch officials, legislators, and others. * Statutory responsibilities and authority are provided in Sections 3-1-701 through 3-1-716 of the Montana Code Annotated. _Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):_ The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in public administration, judicial administration, or a similar field and at least five years of upper-level management experience. The experience must include significant responsibility for complex programs affecting a number of constituents. Legislative experience and experience with the state budgeting and accounting systems are required. General knowledge of Judicial Branch operations and experience working with elected officials is a plus. Other education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. *Title: *Court Administrator (01400) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24142207