Court Executive II

Overview

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Location : Glenwood Springs, CO

Job Code : R41020

Full Time Salary Range : $173,223.24

FLSA Status : Excluded

Learn More About Employee Benefits : This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months after the closing date on a job posting.

Mission : The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.

Statement of Duties

General Statement Of Duties

Directs and provides for the administration of all aspects of a judicial district.

Additional Comments

The Court Executive provides executive leadership and administrative oversight for the 9th Judicial District, which encompasses Garfield, Pitkin, and Rio Blanco Counties. This leadership role ensures the efficient operation of the courts, supports judges and court staff, manages administrative functions, and maintains compliance with Colorado Judicial Department policies and Chief Justice Directives. The Court Executive serves as the primary liaison with Judicial Officers, county officials, law enforcement, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Directs and provides for the administration of all aspects of a judicial district.
• Supervises and directs court employees including Clerk of Court staff, jury commissioner, and other administrative staff for the district.
• Provides case flow management in conjunction with the Clerk's office, ensuring proper docket management.
• Develops and implements new policies in conjunction with judges and court staff.
• Implements policy changes from the State Court Administrator's Office and Chief Justice Directives.
• Ensures maintenance of law library materials.
• Responsible for recruitment, selection and termination of court employees.
• Establishes expectations and provides employee performance feedback on an on-going and annual basis. Assists subordinates in establishing goals.
• Evaluates subordinates' goal achievement through conferences or informal meetings. Makes decisions regarding subordinates' employment probationary / trial period.
• Provides orientation and on-going training, mentoring and coaching to existing subordinates. May provide cross-training and interdepartmental training.
• Assigns duties and responsibilities to staff; develops and establishes procedures for operating and maintaining required administrative systems.
• Develops and manages the budget, purchasing and accounting functions. Authorizes expenditures.
• Participates in the design, acquisition, and implementation of automation for court processes and proceedings.
• Provides for facility maintenance and space needs, ensuring that staff have adequate equipment and safe working environment.
• Coordinates the activities of the court and maintains productive relationships with Judicial Officers, County Commissioners, State Court Administrator's Office personnel, other courts, the bar association, law enforcement agencies, general public, and correction institutions.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision

Supervisor Responsibilities : Responsible for the overall direction and supervision of a judicial district.

Minimum Qualifications

Physical Demands

Regularly required to talk and hear. Sit and reach with hands and arms and perform repetitive motions. May need to stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Usually moderate noise level. Position may involve varying and unpredictable situations, interruptions, and potentially crisis situations. May handle multiple calls and inquiries and occasional short-notice replacements.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit both a cover letter and a résumé to be considered. Applications missing either document will not be reviewed.

Notes

This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months after the closing date on a job posting.

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