City of Sidney
Internal and External Job Posting
Job Title: Assistant Court Administrator
Department: Municipal Court
Supervisor: Bonnie Gold, Court Administrator
Hours of Work: Mon – Friday (40 hours)
Annual Salary: $60,000
Job Description Summary:
This position has been temporarily created as an integral component of the Court’s Administration Succession Plan. It is intended that the successful applicant for this position will be appointed to the position of Clerk/Court Administrator upon the retirement of the current Clerk/Court Administrator and will assume all duties as listed in the job description for that position. Upon this appointment, the position of Assistant Court Administrator will be eliminated. Under direction, the Assistant Court Administrator supports the Clerk/Court Administrator with, facilities, budget, case management procedures and the administrative operations of the Municipal Court.
NatureandScope:
Knowledge of court procedure; correct use of grammar; office practices and procedure; proficient with computers and other modern office equipment; excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to perform well under pressure; ability to work with little or no supervision; ability to work independently and as a member of a team to accomplish a specific goal; knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices; ability to develop and administer departmental budgets; and maintain accurate records; ability to effectively supervise multiple departments; excellent problem solving and decision making skills; knowledge of human resource practices including interview, hiring, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination; knowledge of purchasing procedures; ability to handle sensitive inquiries from the public; ability to be objective and open minded; ability to manage multiple tasks at once; develop and maintain effective working relationships with public, co-workers, and other governmental/ law enforcement officials; ability to prepare required reports; prepare routine correspondence; develop and implement new procedure and policy; ability to verify time cards and complete payroll information; ability to handle potentially violent and/or emotionally distraught individuals, must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher in Public Administration, Business Administration, Judicial Administration or related field preferred.
Prior Court System experience preferred.
Experience in a Supervisory Position that includes knowledge of Human Resources, Policy Development, and Records Management preferred.
Be able to complete the Supreme Court of Ohio’s Certified Court Manager Training (CCM) and the Certified Court Executive (CCE) Training.
Must be bondable as required by the Ohio Revised Code
Be able to perform all duties that are required by the Ohio Revised Code for Clerk of Courts of a Municipal Court.
Reside in Shelby County or an adjacent County within one year.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License
Become LEADS certified within 6 months of hire
Knowledge of ORAS Assessment procedures is preferred
To apply: Visit www.sidneyoh.com for detailed job description, application & benefits summary. Submit an application before 5:00 pm, Friday, December 1, 2017to Receptionist, City Hall, 201 W. Poplar St. Sidney OH 45365 or email to .