Court Operations Supevisor

Summary

NATURE OF WORK

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to supervise and oversee the clerical and data entry functions essential to the daily operations of the Municipal Court. Employees in this class ensure that court procedures are followed accurately and efficiently, thereby maintaining the integrity of court records and case management processes. The work responsibilities include performing clerical duties to support Municipal Court operations, supervising court staff, conducting legal research, managing personnel functions, preparing and reconciling bank deposits, performing criminal justice information searches, maintaining accurate records, and preparing legal and non-legal documents. Employees perform technical court clerical and data entry duties, which may require initiative and independent judgment based on established court and departmental procedures. Work is performed under the supervision of the Municipal Court Administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or G.E.D and five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or the legal field, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. NOTE: Five (5) years of experience as Court Operations Clerk II/Magistrate will qualify for this position. NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be certified as a Municipal Court Clerk or Magistrate. Must meet annual continuing educational requirements as prescribed by the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. Will be required to obtain the ACJIS/NCIC Certification within six (6) months of employment as prescribed by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). Must meet annual continuing certification requirements as prescribed by ALEA. Must be willing to telecommute and work overtime as needed to accomplish department objectives.

Job Description

NATURE OF WORK

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to supervise and oversee the clerical and data entry functions essential to the daily operations of the Municipal Court. Employees in this class ensure that court procedures are followed accurately and efficiently, thereby maintaining the integrity of court records and case management processes. The work responsibilities include performing clerical duties to support Municipal Court operations, supervising court staff, conducting legal research, managing personnel functions, preparing and reconciling bank deposits, performing criminal justice information searches, maintaining accurate records, and preparing legal and non-legal documents. Employees perform technical court clerical and data entry duties, which may require initiative and independent judgment based on established court and departmental procedures. Work is performed under the supervision of the Municipal Court Administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or G.E.D and five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or the legal field, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. NOTE: Five (5) years of experience as Court Operations Clerk II/Magistrate will qualify for this position. NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be certified as a Municipal Court Clerk or Magistrate. Must meet annual continuing educational requirements as prescribed by the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. Will be required to obtain the ACJIS/NCIC Certification within six (6) months of employment as prescribed by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). Must meet annual continuing certification requirements as prescribed by ALEA. Must be willing to telecommute and work overtime as needed to accomplish department objectives.