DEPUTY CLERK, SUPERIOR COURT
State of New Hampshire, Brentwood, PA, United States
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Judicial Branch
Rockingham Superior
Brentwood, NH
Deputy Clerk, Superior Court
Labor Grade: 43
Salary Range Steps 1-5: $72,735.00-$88,062.00
Position # CT2180198804
ASAP # 941/26-056
The State of New Hampshire, Judicial Branch, Rockingham Superior, has a full-time vacancy for Deputy Clerk. This position is assigned to a 9-step pay scale. Hiring typically occurs within steps 1-5, depending on education and experience.
Please submit a resume and cover letter along with your application.
Summary:
This is administrative work in the New Hampshire Court System managing one or more departments and supervising the work of multiple court assistants. Work requires specialized knowledge of court management techniques and practices including the legal requirements of case processing in a general jurisdiction trial court and may include performance of quasi-judicial functions as authorized. Persons in this class are distinguished from a Court Assistant VI by the added complexity in terms of scheduling of trials and hearings, the increased responsibilities resulting from an increased number of judges presiding on a regular basis and the additional supervisory role resulting from a larger non-judicial staff. Distinguishable factors and complexity of tasks to be performed by persons in this class are found in the larger Superior Courts.
Employees in this position may be required to travel during the regular course of business, and are subject to transfer or reassignment at the discretion of the Administrative Judge or the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts, if appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduate from a four-year college or university, and an advanced degree required. A law degree from an accredited law school and membership in the New Hampshire Bar is required. Five years of court related experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity required, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Law degree and membership in the New Hampshire Bar required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of the statutory, judicial and administrative policies, rules and procedures for processing cases in the Superior Court.
Extensive knowledge of court and office procedures necessary for case scheduling and modern office management.
Extensive knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques.
Ability to organize, direct and coordinate administrative activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to utilize modern computer technology in the performance of management activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, judges, attorneys, court officials and the general public.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check.
Responsibilities:
Scheduling of trials, hearings, and other matters.
Performs quasi-judicial functions as assigned by the clerk or presiding justice.
Routinely serves as courtroom clerk.
Assumes all functions and responsibilities in the absence of the clerk.
Performs various management activities as directed by the clerk, including records and forms management; automation of court procedures; preparation of court budget and completion of the court's annual report; and the establishment of management information systems.
Supervises multiple department heads and court assistants with responsibility or recruitment, recommending persons to be hired, training, annual performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary action to the clerk.
Disclaimer Statement:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Compensation & Benefit Information:
Compensation & Benefits | State of New Hampshire Agency Website
For further information please contact Jennifer Zdon, Human Resources at Jzdon@courts.state.nh.us.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
Judicial Branch
Rockingham Superior
Brentwood, NH
Deputy Clerk, Superior Court
Labor Grade: 43
Salary Range Steps 1-5: $72,735.00-$88,062.00
Position # CT2180198804
ASAP # 941/26-056
The State of New Hampshire, Judicial Branch, Rockingham Superior, has a full-time vacancy for Deputy Clerk. This position is assigned to a 9-step pay scale. Hiring typically occurs within steps 1-5, depending on education and experience.
Please submit a resume and cover letter along with your application.
Summary:
This is administrative work in the New Hampshire Court System managing one or more departments and supervising the work of multiple court assistants. Work requires specialized knowledge of court management techniques and practices including the legal requirements of case processing in a general jurisdiction trial court and may include performance of quasi-judicial functions as authorized. Persons in this class are distinguished from a Court Assistant VI by the added complexity in terms of scheduling of trials and hearings, the increased responsibilities resulting from an increased number of judges presiding on a regular basis and the additional supervisory role resulting from a larger non-judicial staff. Distinguishable factors and complexity of tasks to be performed by persons in this class are found in the larger Superior Courts.
Employees in this position may be required to travel during the regular course of business, and are subject to transfer or reassignment at the discretion of the Administrative Judge or the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts, if appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduate from a four-year college or university, and an advanced degree required. A law degree from an accredited law school and membership in the New Hampshire Bar is required. Five years of court related experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity required, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Law degree and membership in the New Hampshire Bar required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of the statutory, judicial and administrative policies, rules and procedures for processing cases in the Superior Court.
Extensive knowledge of court and office procedures necessary for case scheduling and modern office management.
Extensive knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques.
Ability to organize, direct and coordinate administrative activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to utilize modern computer technology in the performance of management activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, judges, attorneys, court officials and the general public.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check.
Responsibilities:
Scheduling of trials, hearings, and other matters.
Performs quasi-judicial functions as assigned by the clerk or presiding justice.
Routinely serves as courtroom clerk.
Assumes all functions and responsibilities in the absence of the clerk.
Performs various management activities as directed by the clerk, including records and forms management; automation of court procedures; preparation of court budget and completion of the court's annual report; and the establishment of management information systems.
Supervises multiple department heads and court assistants with responsibility or recruitment, recommending persons to be hired, training, annual performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary action to the clerk.
Disclaimer Statement:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Compensation & Benefit Information:
Compensation & Benefits | State of New Hampshire Agency Website
For further information please contact Jennifer Zdon, Human Resources at Jzdon@courts.state.nh.us.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964