Court Operations Supervisor-Criminal Division-Ramsey County

The Second Judicial District is accepting applications for a Court Operations Supervisor position in the Criminal Division. This is a highly responsible position that provides work direction and supervision to court staff in the Court Processing Unit of the 2nd District Criminal Division. A successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to analyze legal documents for content and to interpret/apply statutes, court rules and court orders. This position also requires the ability to make sound, independent judgement and decisions, and to interact with diverse populations including coworkers, judges, stakeholders, attorneys, case parties, and the general public.

The position is located in the Second Judicial District Courthouse, 15 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55102. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Criminal Division Court Processing Manager. 

This is a hybrid role working both on-site and remotely, depending on business needs and a reliable internet connection will be required if working remotely. On-site work may be required at any of the Courthouse locations within Ramsey County, including Maplewood Courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, and Kellogg Courthouses.  Travel between multiple locations during the day may be required.

Responsibilities
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position.

• Direct supervision and coordination of Court Operations Associate, Court Operations Specialist, and Leadworker staff.
• Assigns, directs, supervises, and coordinates the work of subordinate staff, ensuring that work is equitably distributed, completed within time requirements, and prioritized appropriately. 
• Evaluate procedures for accuracy and efficiency; create and update procedures to comply with statutes, bench policy, and division protocols. 
• Hires, coaches, mentors, develops, and evaluates performance of staff according to established standards, sets work expectations, manages performance, and administers discipline as needed.
• Complete report management for daily operations and quality assurance needs.
• Participate on project teams; including Project Management tasks: developing project outline, setting timelines, communication plans, and managing risk. 
• Collaborates with division management team to develop, recommend, and implement new policies and processes to comply with current statutes and regulations as they pertain to the work area and simplify work processes.
• Strategic Planning, including setting goals, developing project recommendations, and providing feedback.
• Participate and represent the division on workgroups, committees, and project teams.

 

Minimum Qualifications
The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, please consider applying.

• Graduation from an approved high school or vocational school.
• Three years’ experience in the legal field.
• One year experience in a leadership role providing work direction and/or training oversight.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques, employee development and performance management.
• Ability to make work decisions in accordance with law, rules and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors pertaining to the area of assignment. 
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents of varying type and complexity.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability and willingness to work in a high-volume, detailed and fast-paced work environment. Including exceptional organization, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to effectively implement, troubleshoot and utilize new technology.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, both within the division and with external partners.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in a Criminal Justice field
• Knowledge of the Minnesota Court Information System (MNCIS).
• Two or more years leadership experience or graduation from a Minnesota Judicial Branch Employee development program (examples: EDGE, LEAD, Merging Minds, or Development in Action).

Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting, courtroom or at a public counter. Work involves contact with persons who may be angry, abusive or threatening.

Physical Demands
Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Some assignments may require periods of extended sitting, standing or computer use.

To Apply
Please apply through your Oracle account, clicking on your desktop icon, then “Me” and “Current Jobs”. Please attach your resume and cover letter. This position closes 4/21/2025, at 11:59pm. 

Interviews
Interviews will be held in person at the Ramsey County Courthouse. 

Salary
The expected starting salary range is $34.06-$43.39 per hour ($71,117-$90,598 annually). The full salary range for this position is $34.06-$52.72 per hour ($71,117-$110,079 annually). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of Minnesota employee benefits. 

Questions
Please contact Human Resources at 2nddistrictHR@courts.state.mn.us with questions regarding this position. 

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