Overview
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The Ninth Judicial District is seeking applications for the position of Court Administrator for the administrative unit of Itasca and Koochiching counties in the Minnesota state court system.
The court administrator is responsible for providing supervision, administration, and management for the two-county administrative unit.
The court administrator serves as the administrative head of the court system in the two counties and is responsible for organizing, directing, and coordinating, through supervisors, the activities of subordinates engaged in the direct process of cases as well as related staff support. Work includes the overall management of the civil, criminal, traffic, family, probate mental health, juvenile, and conciliation case flow functions. Work is performed with independence under the direction of the bench and the supervision of the Judicial District Administrator.
Itasca and Koochiching counties, with four chambered judges, are part of the Ninth Judicial District, which is a 17-county, 24-judge area in north central and northwestern Minnesota. The two-county unit employs 21 court administration staff. The court administrator serves at the pleasure of the district bench.
Successful candidate may office in either Grand Rapids, MN or International Falls, MN. However, it is expected that the court administrator spend three or more days per week in Itasca County.
Example of Duties – What You Will Do
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position, but are not limited to:
Develops, interprets, and executes policies, mandates, and operational plans; serves as records custodian; resolves problems; serves as a liaison to the judicial departments, county officials, and the public; interprets and executes statutory mandates, rules of court, and judicial policies as they relate to administrative management.
Assigns or supervises and directs the work of all non-judicial employees of the Court Administrator’s Office; directs personnel management including recruitment, hiring, training, motivation, performance evaluation, and discipline.
Oversees facility management, prepares contingency plans for local court in case of emergencies, and coordinates with local law enforcement on courthouse security issues.
Supervises the financial aspect of local court operations including the collection and receipt of fines and fees; maintains custody of funds; maintains financial records; prepares, monitors, and manages annual budget in conjunction with district administration.
Coordinates the process of selecting, summoning, and compensating jurors.
Coordinates, organizes, and supervises the management of the various case processing activities of the court regarding guidelines, work procedures, and case flow management; oversees court scheduling, case assignment and file processing; monitors statistical data; prepares reports.
Advises judges and lawyers concerning the administrative procedures of the court; identifies deficiencies in documents submitted by litigants and counsel; drafts proposed orders upon request.
Resolves complaints on court related matters from the public, law enforcement, attorneys, and others.
Travels regularly within the work unit with onsite work expected in each county.
Typical Qualifications – What You Must Have
The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, apply today!
Ability to operate at an executive level with judges, court leaders, state and county agencies, and elected officials. Knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws, and legal factors pertaining to the various divisions and functions of the court.
Knowledge of the organization, operations, functions, and scope of authority of the court.
Ability to make work-related decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures.
Ability to plan, assign, coordinate, supervise, and manage the work of subordinate employees engaged in a variety of court activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to travel frequently within the district and state.
Preferred Qualifications – Nice to Have
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, court administration, or closely related field combined with considerable court supervisory, management, and administrative experience is preferred.
Supplemental Information
The hours for this position will be between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday; hours may vary depending on business needs.
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of Minnesota employee benefits .
Instructions for Applying
Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by March 12, 2025, at 12:00 pm. Please include three professional references with contact information. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check. An employment offer may be rescinded if the background check identifies job related convictions.
Interviews are intended to be held on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.
For other applicants, the selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you.
Please contact Human Resources with questions regarding this posting via email: [email protected] ; Phone: (218) 759-4370.
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits – Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at [email protected] . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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Title: Closing Coordinator/Real Estate Paralegal
Company: Fentin Goldman Turk & Davidoff LLP
Location: White Plains, NY
