District Court Executive/Clerk of Court

District Court Executive/Clerk Of Court

The District Court Executive/Clerk of Court (DCE/Clerk) is appointed by the district judges and has overall management authority and responsibility for the non-judicial components of the court. The DCE/Clerk occupies the highest level non-judicial position in the court and works closely with the chief judge in assuring the administrative and operational needs of the court are effectively and efficiently met. The DCE/Clerk serves as the court's liaison and works cooperatively with federal and local government agencies, bar groups, media representatives, and the public. The DCE/Clerk serves at the pleasure of the court and is responsible for performing the statutory duties of the Office of the Clerk pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 751.

DISTRICT PROFILE The District of Arizona serves the entire state of Arizona, with offices located in Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson, and Yuma. There are approximately 295 Clerk's Office and chambers staff, including the judges. There are 13 District Judges, 14 Senior District Judges and 14 Magistrate Judges. By General Order of the Court, the DCE/Clerk is also responsible for providing administrative support services in the areas of human resources, systems technology, space, facilities and budget to judges and court staff, including the Offices of the Clerk, and the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office.

The DCE/Clerk's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Consulting with the Chief Judge regarding court administration and policy.
• Providing the administrative and operational infrastructure necessary to efficiently and effectively achieve the court's mission.
• Management and oversight of the U.S. District Court's annual budget throughout the fiscal year.
• Creating a vision of excellence through strategic planning in an environment of limited and decreasing resources.
• Directing the processing of civil and criminal cases while promoting and maintaining the integrity of official court records in the custody of the court.
• Directing the jury operations of the court and making recommendations to improve juror utilization.
• Directing the court's financial service function and ensuring proper oversight in the development, revision, and maintenance of internal control procedures.
• Serving as the district's Public Information Officer.
• Managing the staff responsible for information technology services, budget, inventory control, space and facilities projects, and human resources management.
• Coordinating statistical studies and reports as required by the court, the Ninth Circuit, and the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
• Analyzing and making recommendations on statutes, local rules, and procedures affecting the operation of the court.
• Directing development and administration of comprehensive emergency preparedness plans.
• Coordinating with members of the bar, the public, and government agencies to improve the delivery of court services.
• Serving as liaison to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.