Administrative Specialist

Description 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 $81,866.60 to $127,586.80 for Schedule A, and $81,866.60 to $121,207.46 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 June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B. The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 3B (Trial Court Administrator), the Middlesex Vicinage is seeking an organized self-starter who possesses excellent administrative, written, and verbal communication skills and is attentive to detail, customer service-oriented and self-motivated to perform in a fast-paced environment. The selected candidate will provide high level technical advice, analysis expertise and coordination to the Trial Court Administrator, Assignment Judge, Division Managers and other vicinage staff on projects, initiatives, programs, and implementation processes. 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. Example of Duties Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. Direct and coordinate work in the Trial Court Administrator’s office Compile and analyze statistical data Research court rules in relation to the implementation of new procedures Design and edit TCA SharePoint site Develop and implement public access, media and communication plans Formulate plans with judges, case management divisions, Operations and Central Office Communicate with Sheriff and Counsel’s Office concerning media requests Prepare specialized media release forms and draft informational press releases in conjunction with judges and Counsel’s Office Develop and implement vicinage projects and coordinate event planning Develop internal publications, court resource guides and informational fliers Coordinate with the central office, vicinage, Sheriff, Bar Association, and other local officials regarding operational procedures. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree and five years of professional experience, two of which shall be in purchasing, accounts payable, facilities management, operations management, records retention, transcript services, jury management, statistical reporting, investigations and/or library administration. Substitution Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional and/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 experience. A law degree from an approved American Bar Association law school may be substituted for two years of experience. Note: A master’s degree or a law degree from an accredited college or university, may be used as a substitution, not both. Education Note Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See ) Supplemental Information 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. 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. Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mountain Time (MT) #J-18808-Ljbffr