Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania
District Court Administrator (Dauphin County)
Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, us, 17124
District Court Administrator (Dauphin County)
December 04, 2023Department
Officials and AdministratorsLocation
HarrisburgStatus
Full-Time HireSchedule
M-F$70,696 - $96,620Description
The District Court Administrator (DCA) of Dauphin County manages the non-judicial work of the county courts and oversees several offices and divisions. The DCA is responsible for directing a small professional and clerical staff, collaborating with the Judiciary and the District Attorney’s office, the Public Defender’s office, family/civil attorneys, and acting as a liaison with the County Commissioners and other Row Officers.Primary Duties
Responsible for developing, explaining, and enforcing non-judicial rules and regulations.Plans, assigns and directs the work of four Deputy Court Administrators.Supervises a small clerical staff.Oversees and acts as liaison among administrators of Adult Probation, Juvenile Probation, Domestic Relations, Fines and Costs, Law Library, and the Court Reporters’ Office.Assists the President Judge in documenting, preparing, and narrating the Court’s annual budget.Acts as the Court’s liaison with the County Commissioners.Ensures timely and accurate reporting of all reports to the Supreme Court or the Administrative Office of PA Courts.Acts as liaison between Court and bar, fields inquiries from the bar and the public.Reviews and advises the President Judge on personnel matters.Makes purchases as needed and pays bills incurred by the Court.Coordinates the Pro-Bono Guardian Monitor Program.Chairs the Self-Help Center Committee and oversees the Self-Help Center.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Judicial, Business, or Public Administration, or a closely related field; PLUSFive years of professional-level experience in court management or eight years of managerial work, including professional-level experience in budgeting, procurement, and human resources management.An equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered.Additional Requirements/Preferences
A satisfactory criminal background check is required.Additional Information
Excellent benefits program including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment; 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year; salary increases; student loan forgiveness plan; employee assistance programs; and retirement plans.The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania recruits, employs, and promotes the most qualified applicants without regard to their political affiliation, race, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or other non-merit facts or considerations. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to applicants with disabilities as may be necessary to ensure that all applicants are given a fair and equal opportunity to compete for all employment positions. Applicants who need accommodation for an interview should request so in advance.Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.
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December 04, 2023Department
Officials and AdministratorsLocation
HarrisburgStatus
Full-Time HireSchedule
M-F$70,696 - $96,620Description
The District Court Administrator (DCA) of Dauphin County manages the non-judicial work of the county courts and oversees several offices and divisions. The DCA is responsible for directing a small professional and clerical staff, collaborating with the Judiciary and the District Attorney’s office, the Public Defender’s office, family/civil attorneys, and acting as a liaison with the County Commissioners and other Row Officers.Primary Duties
Responsible for developing, explaining, and enforcing non-judicial rules and regulations.Plans, assigns and directs the work of four Deputy Court Administrators.Supervises a small clerical staff.Oversees and acts as liaison among administrators of Adult Probation, Juvenile Probation, Domestic Relations, Fines and Costs, Law Library, and the Court Reporters’ Office.Assists the President Judge in documenting, preparing, and narrating the Court’s annual budget.Acts as the Court’s liaison with the County Commissioners.Ensures timely and accurate reporting of all reports to the Supreme Court or the Administrative Office of PA Courts.Acts as liaison between Court and bar, fields inquiries from the bar and the public.Reviews and advises the President Judge on personnel matters.Makes purchases as needed and pays bills incurred by the Court.Coordinates the Pro-Bono Guardian Monitor Program.Chairs the Self-Help Center Committee and oversees the Self-Help Center.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Judicial, Business, or Public Administration, or a closely related field; PLUSFive years of professional-level experience in court management or eight years of managerial work, including professional-level experience in budgeting, procurement, and human resources management.An equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered.Additional Requirements/Preferences
A satisfactory criminal background check is required.Additional Information
Excellent benefits program including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment; 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year; salary increases; student loan forgiveness plan; employee assistance programs; and retirement plans.The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania recruits, employs, and promotes the most qualified applicants without regard to their political affiliation, race, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or other non-merit facts or considerations. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to applicants with disabilities as may be necessary to ensure that all applicants are given a fair and equal opportunity to compete for all employment positions. Applicants who need accommodation for an interview should request so in advance.Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.
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