Court Operations Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Fifth Judicial District is pleased to accept internal applications for a full-time Court Operations Leadworker I for the Blue Earth County Criminal Team. This position is open internally to all current Minnesota Judicial Branch Blue Earth County employees.  

The Court Clerk Leadworker I position performs highly advanced court clerical work in district court of the Minnesota State Court System. Work involves functioning as a lead worker and performing a wide variety of complex case processing, training and operational support responsibility for the Blue Earth County criminal team. Work requires the application of independent judgment and a comprehensive understanding of court operations, software programs, policies, and procedures.  

This position will play a key role in ensuring all criminal work is performed accurately, in a timely manner, and in accordance with court rules, policies, and procedures.  Work is performed under the general supervision of a Court Administrator or Court Operations Supervisor.

The primary work location will be the Blue Earth County Justice Center with the ability to work remote based on business need. Standard hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: 
The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position:

Provide work directions that may include:
Performs specialized court clerical duties such as processing complaints, petitions, motions, and other documents using the court's electronic case processing system and related applications and equipment. 
Exhibits a high degree of proficiency to perform and complete work assignments in a timely and accurate manner using MN Court Information System (MNCIS), eFS, Task Manger, eCharging, and other related systems as needed. 
Serves as a subject matter expert for criminal case processing, using knowledge, training, and resources to keep abreast of new policies and procedures.
Provides training, feedback and coaching on use of computer systems, case processing, and court procedures in all aspects of criminal case processing.
Serves as a liaison between team members and team supervisor, overseeing the team in the supervisor's absence and provides essential feedback on performance, progress, backlog, and personnel issues.  
Monitors court operations processes to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines; reviews and checks the work of staff to ensure quality control.  Consults with supervisor on quality concerns.
Monitors reports to ensure work is being performed accurately and within compliance. Spot checking or reviewing work to verify it meets established standards and compliance.
 Answer financial questions and processes financial transactions by receipting credit, cash, check or money orders. Reconcile daily tills and complete bank deposits accurately. 
 

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: 
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Considerable court operations experience and experience with case processing; this level would be obtained through three or more years of relevant work experience; or a combination of equivalent education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of the operations, functions, and scope of authority of the court or activity to which assigned.
Considerable knowledge of court accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse group of court stakeholders, judicial officers and MJB staff in person, on the telephone, and during courtroom proceedings as needed.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and files appropriately and in compliance with all applicable court rules, policies and statutes.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
Ability to make work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to organize workflow and meet deadlines as well as plan, coordinate and provide training and guidance for the daily work of other employees engaged in a variety of activities.
Ability to maintain a variety of complex manual and electronic records and prepare reports from such records.
Ability to perform court work both quickly and accurately, and to focus on priority tasks while keeping track of multiple simultaneous duties.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Three or more years' experience working as a Court Operations Associate.
Previous leadership experience, such as team lead.

TO APPLY:

Please complete your online application with a resume and cover letter attached by clicking the "APPLY NOW" link at the bottom of this page.  

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Labor Agreement.
This position is being posted internally in accordance with the AFSCME labor agreement. Current AFSCME represented employees must have served a minimum of six (6) months in their current position and be in good standing to be eligible to apply for a position vacancy. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Please contact Human Resources at 5thDistrictHR@courts.state.mn.us with questions regarding this position.