New Jersey Courts
If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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 $64,962.45 to $105,602.61 for Schedule A, and $64,962.45 to $100,322.50 for Schedule B. 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. Judiciary employees hired prior to August 29, 2015, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after August 29, 2015, are considered Schedule B.
The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
The Superior Court Clerk’s Office is seeking an individual with excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills to serve as Court Services Supervisor 1. The selected candidate will work under the direction of the Clerk of the Superior Court or other designee to provide supervisory support for the Superior Court Clerk’s Office Operations Division. The Operations Division is responsible for statewide management of foreclosure cases and statewide judgment liens. The Superior Court Clerk’s Office (SCCO) provides customer support in both general matters and technical issues for the entire judiciary and external customers, including but not limited to attorneys, police officers, judges, judiciary and other government staff and self‑represented litigants. The Court Operations Unit is responsible for the processing and review of legal documents filed with the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. Additionally, the unit is responsible for ensuring consistency between the SCCO and vicinage‑level staff in case management, docket review, and records management policies. The Court Services Supervisor 1 position plays a key role in the daily administration and management of the Court Operations team. The Court Services Supervisor 1 is primarily responsible for supervising all aspects of judgment and foreclosure operations, including staff training, staff development and staff supervision.
The selected candidate will support the staff that provide procedural and technical support for the cross‑platform applications that include mobile, web‑based and mainframe applications as well as enforce the security model, technologies, and standards. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to assist staff and customers by explaining technical details in a manner the user can understand. The selected candidate must work well in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and must be able organize, prioritize, and meet established deadlines. This selected candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities, respond to the customer service needs of the end users, creatively design, and implement solutions and efficiencies and support staff professional development. Knowledge about court operations and the applications used by courts and law enforcement is helpful.
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, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.
Key Responsibilities
Direct work among staff or between teams
Mentor and coach staff, provide direction and feedback
Assist in implementing vision or leadership strategies to accomplish organizational goals
Prioritize team work
Recommend improvements in Judiciary programs or procedures
Collaborate with other Judiciary divisions
Prepare statistical reports including analysis and trends
Evaluate staff performance in accordance with expectations and goals
Review and correct work of team members
Recommend decisions about personnel actions such as recruitments, selections, transfers, grievances or discipline
Perform related duties as required
Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of paraprofessional and/or professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; enforcement of court orders; and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention of offenders.
Substitution:
Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional/or professional experience on a year‑for‑year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above –OR– a law degree from an approved American Bar Association law school may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above.
Education Note:
Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service (See https://naces.org/members/).
Additional Requirements Driver's License:
Appointees 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:
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14‑7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the “New Jersey First Act,” all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.>
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.
EEO Statement The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice.
Contact NeoGovapplicant support at 1-877-204-4442 (toll free call) Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mountain Time (MT).
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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 $64,962.45 to $105,602.61 for Schedule A, and $64,962.45 to $100,322.50 for Schedule B. 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. Judiciary employees hired prior to August 29, 2015, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after August 29, 2015, are considered Schedule B.
The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
The Superior Court Clerk’s Office is seeking an individual with excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills to serve as Court Services Supervisor 1. The selected candidate will work under the direction of the Clerk of the Superior Court or other designee to provide supervisory support for the Superior Court Clerk’s Office Operations Division. The Operations Division is responsible for statewide management of foreclosure cases and statewide judgment liens. The Superior Court Clerk’s Office (SCCO) provides customer support in both general matters and technical issues for the entire judiciary and external customers, including but not limited to attorneys, police officers, judges, judiciary and other government staff and self‑represented litigants. The Court Operations Unit is responsible for the processing and review of legal documents filed with the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. Additionally, the unit is responsible for ensuring consistency between the SCCO and vicinage‑level staff in case management, docket review, and records management policies. The Court Services Supervisor 1 position plays a key role in the daily administration and management of the Court Operations team. The Court Services Supervisor 1 is primarily responsible for supervising all aspects of judgment and foreclosure operations, including staff training, staff development and staff supervision.
The selected candidate will support the staff that provide procedural and technical support for the cross‑platform applications that include mobile, web‑based and mainframe applications as well as enforce the security model, technologies, and standards. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to assist staff and customers by explaining technical details in a manner the user can understand. The selected candidate must work well in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and must be able organize, prioritize, and meet established deadlines. This selected candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities, respond to the customer service needs of the end users, creatively design, and implement solutions and efficiencies and support staff professional development. Knowledge about court operations and the applications used by courts and law enforcement is helpful.
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, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.
Key Responsibilities
Direct work among staff or between teams
Mentor and coach staff, provide direction and feedback
Assist in implementing vision or leadership strategies to accomplish organizational goals
Prioritize team work
Recommend improvements in Judiciary programs or procedures
Collaborate with other Judiciary divisions
Prepare statistical reports including analysis and trends
Evaluate staff performance in accordance with expectations and goals
Review and correct work of team members
Recommend decisions about personnel actions such as recruitments, selections, transfers, grievances or discipline
Perform related duties as required
Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of paraprofessional and/or professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; enforcement of court orders; and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention of offenders.
Substitution:
Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional/or professional experience on a year‑for‑year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above –OR– a law degree from an approved American Bar Association law school may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above.
Education Note:
Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service (See https://naces.org/members/).
Additional Requirements Driver's License:
Appointees 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:
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14‑7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the “New Jersey First Act,” all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.>
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.
EEO Statement The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice.
Contact NeoGovapplicant support at 1-877-204-4442 (toll free call) Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mountain Time (MT).
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