Chief Deputy Court Administrator

The essential function of the position is to provide assistance in development, implementation, and administration of court programs. The position is responsible for staff supervision, managing court programs and services, strategic planning, monitoring, and supervising special projects, purchasing, managing contracts, administering budgets and grants, and other related administrative functions. The position develops and implements programs and policies; reporting major activities to the Trial Court Administrator through conferences and reports.

Salary

• $117,476.61

Qualifications

Education – bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, legal studies, or closely related field. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Experience – Eight years of related professional work experience, including five years in a supervisory capacity. Extensive knowledge of the Florida State Courts System is preferred. A master’s degree in an area cited above may substitute for 2 years of the recommended non-management experience. A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school may substitute for 3 years of the recommended non-management experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis.

Certification and Special Requirements – Valid Florida State Driver’s License required.

Competencies

Other Information

Extensive knowledge of the Florida State Courts System is preferred.

The positions travels to other locations within the judicial circuit.

How to Apply

1. Cover Letter and Resume

2. State of Florida Application - visit www.circuit19.org/about-courts/employment-opportunities

3. Five hundred (500) word Statement of Philosophy outlining your philosophy on leadership and management, and how you would approach the role.