Court Coordinator - Bellevue
- Summary
Scope of Responsibility:
King County District Court is seeking applicants for a current opening as a Court Coordinator for the Bellevue, WA Courthouse. The Court Coordinator is responsible for creating and maintaining a team of employees that are committed to serving the public, and who are willing and able to perform their duties and excel on a daily basis. Court Coordinators are also responsible for end-of-day accounting, ordering supplies, providing and conducting training, and serving as a back-up to the Court Manager as needed.
The Bellevue Courthouse is staffed by a Court Manager, 1 Court Coordinator and 13 Court Clerks. Work is performed at a professional level with the expectation of independent judgment and decision making as directed by the Court Manager, Division Director or other executive-level staff. The Court Coordinator is expected to demonstrate appropriate judgment, role modeling and technical expertise. Court Coordinators may be assigned to work at any Courthouse locations within District Court which include: Shoreline, Seattle, Redmond, Issaquah, Bellevue, Burien, Kent (MRJC) or Auburn.
King County District Court Profile: King County District Court is the largest and most technologically-advanced court of limited jurisdiction in the State of Washington and is currently responsible for processing approximately 200,000+ matters per year with 25 judges and approximately 260 employees in 9 locations. The Court is a leader in many areas involving public safety and access to justice, including the use of problem solving courts, jail alternative programs, technology and judge-managed probation services. Twelve cities contract with King County for court services that are provided by the Court.
Additional materials required: please attach (1) a Resume and (2) a Letter of Interest which clearly describes how you meet or exceed the requirements of this position and why you would be the best person for the position.
NOTE: Failure to complete all sections of the application and include all required materials may result in the rejection of your application.- Job Duties
- Maintain effective working relationships with Judges, staff, criminal justice agencies, other county agencies and the public.
- Assist with the development of new projects and serve on committees as required.
- Assist with hiring, discipline and termination processes.
- Handle complex issues, questions, and sensitive & confidential matters.
- Assist in the formulation and implementation of court policies, rules, guidelines and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge of the process and procedures for: passports, bankruptcies, name changes, vehicle impounds, false alarm hearings, zoning ordinances, witness management, Master Calendar, Mental Health Court, warrants, search warrants, felony and jail calendars, and inquests.
- Assist with workload distribution and assign specific tasks to subordinate employees.
- Conduct staff meetings as required.
- Performs other duties as needed.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Knowledge of policies, procedures and laws pertaining to the operation of the King County District Court.
- Minimum of three years of progressively responsible management experience.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with colleagues at the same or higher level, subordinates, union officials, other Court and County employees, as well as persons in other organizations, departments, agencies, and the public.
- Must have a bachelor's degree in a related field of study, including but not limited to public administration, court administration, business administration or criminal justice or any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for this position.
- Considerable knowledge of principles of administration, planning, supervision and organization.
- Considerable knowledge of local, state, federal laws and regulations that apply to personnel management.
- Ability to plan, delegate, and coordinate work.
- Ability to identify needs, develop long-range plans and to evaluate the results.
- Demonstrated ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally and in writing.
- Knowledge and ability to manage in a union environment.
- Supplemental Information
Selection Process:
Application materials will be screened for relevant experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills, and the most competitive candidates will be invited for further testing and possible interviews.
Any employment offer will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background investigation and fingerprinting.
If you have questions regarding this position, please call Travis McKinnon at 206-263-1239 or TJMcKinnon@kingcounty.gov.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.