Division Manager Job at New Jersey Courts

New Jersey Courts Toms River, NJ

$96,030 - $143,736 a year
Description

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

SALARY:
The salary range for this position is $96,029.52 to $143,735.58. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.


REMOTE WORK
: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Example of Duties

The Ocean Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong leadership, managerial, financial management, communication and administrative skills to serve as Court Executive 2B (General Operations Division Manager). Under the direction of the Assignment Judge and the Trial Court Administrator, the Operations Division Manager oversees all general operations functions, including: formulating and directing the implementation of Judiciary plans, programs, policies and procedures; planning, coordinating and executing business functions; and managing Judiciary resources in multiple locations.

This position is responsible for the management and supervision of several administrative units that are responsible for security, facilities (space allocation, renovations, relocations and maintenance) and the support of court functions including jury management, interpreting, transcripts, sound and video recording, records management, and law and chambers libraries. The Operations Division Manager oversees critical projects and special events, works closely with division managers, judges and other government entities or agencies, i.e. Sheriff, County Administrator, Freeholders, Freeholder Director, and Facilities Director.

The Operations Division Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Assignment Judge and Trial Court Administrator are well-informed of matters related to operations, court facilities and security issues. This position manages court-related emergencies or crises such as weather-related closings and breaches of security, and is responsible for developing and maintaining the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), which establishes communications and response protocols to manage emergencies. The Operations Division Manager serves as the Workplace Violence Coordinator and Title II ADA Coordinator. The successful candidate must possess strong supervisory abilities, exceptional negotiating skills, demonstrate sound decision making and problem-solving skills, and exhibit a dedication to the development and training of assigned staff. The manager plans, distributes, coordinates and monitors work assignments, evaluates work performance; coaches and mentors staff; provides feedback to staff on their performance; identifies staff training needs; recommends personnel actions such as hiring and progressive discipline; formulates and develops divisional goals and objectives; and performs other work as required. Although the successful candidate may have the opportunity to work remotely, onsite presence is required on a regular basis.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience which shall have included responsibility for purchasing, facilities management, operations, health and safety, jury management, interpreting services, courtroom technology, transcript services, records retention, video conferencing, and/or statistical reporting and three years of supervision of staff.

Substitution: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional professional experience on a year-for-year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate's degree and two years of additional professional experience may be substituted for the required bachelor's degree. A master's degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above -OR- a law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above.

Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See www.naces.org/members.html)

Supplemental Information

Driver's License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice

NeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST)




Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.