Job description

The Iowa Supreme Court has an excellent opportunity for an innovative and progressive State Court Administrator (SCA). The SCA is responsible for the administration of all non-judicial activities in a unified, state-funded court system. We are looking for a person who will provide direction and leadership to implement statewide goals established by the Supreme Court. The position is appointed by the Iowa Supreme Court to aid in the administration of Iowa’s courts and to perform administrative duties enumerated in the Iowa Code and as assigned by the court. The State Court Administrator provides leadership to ensure the Iowa Judicial Branch achieves its goals and carries out its constitutional and statutory duties while operating Iowa’s unified court system efficiently and effectively. State Court Administrator’s Office The State Court Administrator's office is located in Des Moines at the Judicial Branch Building, which houses the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Office of Professional Regulation, and State Court Administration. The SCA provides administrative direction and support to operations for the judicial branch. The office includes finance, Human Resources, IT, legal, facilities, governmental affairs, education and training, and children's justice. Take this link for a video tour of the Judicial Branch Building. Responsibilities of the State Court Administrator Under the Chief Justice's immediate direction, the SCA carries out the statutory responsibilities of the office. The SCA is responsible for a budget of over $200 million and oversees the Judicial Branch's outreach to state government's legislative and executive branches. The powers, duties, and responsibilities of the SCA are set out in Iowa Code, including but not limited to sections 602.1204, 602.1208, 602.1209, 602.1301, 602.1401 and 602.1402. Additionally, the person in this position is the administrator of the Iowa Judicial Retirement System. A complete job description may be found at https://www.iowacourts.gov/static/media/cms/SCA_Job_Description_F11A3A7FDEFA0.pdf

https://www.iowacourts.gov/static/media/cms/SCA_job_announcement_2_2021_F167B90742C85.pdf

Qualifications of the State Court Administrator A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of ten (10) years of executive-level experience leading administrative functions and developing strong executive leadership teams are required. An advanced degree in court administration, public administration, business administration, or law is desired. The SCA will have the ability to: • Manage change within the court system. • Plan strategically and motivate employees. • Inspire commitment and collaboration on the part of judicial branch employees. • Effectively interact with the public, judges, attorneys, and government officials in various situations and circumstances. • Appreciate the Judicial Branch's external and internal constituencies and be a listener and effective communicator. • Plan, assign and supervise the activities of employees. • Formulate and express ideas on complex technical subjects clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing. • Exercise initiative, imagination, and sound judgment in making decisions conforming to laws, rules, regulations, and policies. • Collaborate with judges, court staff, policymakers, and stakeholders to achieve the Judicial Branch's priorities. • Manage large and complex projects from conception to completion. • Set realistic goals and deliver on them. • Understand and appreciate the challenges and opportunities presented by technology. • Create a positive work environment. • Commit and adhere to the principles of accountability, professionalism, and public service. To Apply Submit your cover letter, resume, and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to: SCAHR@iowacourts.gov. Iowa Judicial Branch job application forms can be downloaded at: https://www.iowacourts.gov/iowa-courts/career-opportunities/

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