ABOUT US

The 16^th Judicial Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois has court locations in Aurora, Elgin, Geneva, and St. Charles.

Located in the greater Chicago metro area, Kane County is a safe community offering excellent public schools, many restaurants, retail stores, movie theaters, bowling alleys, and golf courses. There are many scenic spots to hike and enjoy wildlife.

MISSION

To maintain an accessible, fair, and impartial court system, which resolves disputes in a timely and efficient manner while strengthening public trust.

VISION

We strive to be leaders within the Judicial Branch by:

Providing the highest quality of services to all.
Treating everyone with courtesy, dignity, empathy, and respect.
Embracing and reflecting the diversity in our community.
Anticipating, adapting, and responding to the needs of our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Court Administrator works under the administrative direction of the Chief Judge, and is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the administrative functions of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit. These functions/duties include case flow management, fiscal management, statistical analysis and projections, technology management, personnel management and public relations.

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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements policies set by the Illinois Supreme Court for administrative matters
Establishes goals and objectives for court staff and recommends program procedures
Analyzes court dockets and operations and develops and implements processes to improve case management and case flow
Prepares and administers annual budgets and authorizes expenditures for the court
Recommends and implements procedural policies for the court and judicial system based on new legislation, court rules, and opinions affecting the duties and responsibilities of the court and its administrative staff
Oversees facilities management and planning including allocating space, overseeing maintenance and modifications, awarding service contracts and negotiating leases
Serves as a liaison for the court to county, city, and state governments; law enforcement agencies; and the media
Manages the financial activities of the court
Plans and establishes office objectives, programs, and implementation strategies, both short-term and long-term
Drafts and implements policies and procedures as set forth by the Chief Judge
Supervises and manages court staff including but not limited to training, evaluation, discipline, grievances and personnel issues
Keeps abreast of new legislation, court rules and administrative directives, and new concepts and trends in court management and functions
Implements modern business methods and information systems into court operations
Provides guidance in the development and preparation of new programs and procedures, including grants
Directs recruiting and approves hiring of staff to ensure the highest degree of operational effectiveness
Collects, analyzes and distributes statistical information regarding any matters of interest to the court or court-related departments or agencies
Monitors the Court's affirmative action, EEO compliance, ADA compliance and ensures compliance with all other applicable federal and state statutes and regulations
Serves as a liaison to county, state, federal agencies and to other organizations related to court matters.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of county government and its functions
Comprehensive knowledge of methods of administrative practices and of staff development practices
Comprehensive knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the court
Comprehensive knowledge of the Court tools in the field of court management
Working knowledge of leadership practices and emerging personnel management systems and theories
Ability to work independently, to supervise, and train others to deal effectively with the public and with other related agencies and departments
Ability to develop, implement and evaluate new and/or revised methods, procedures, and performance standards
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures
Ability to analyze administrative and personnel issues and to adopt an effective course of action
Ability to estimate and budget for future needs and cost of personnel, space, equipment, supplies, and services with working knowledge of government accounting, budgeting, and purchasing policies and procedures
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Considerable knowledge of the principles of governmental accounting, program budgeting, personnel management, statistics and procurement

Comprehensive skill in analyzing administrative problems and implementing an effective course of action
Comprehensive skill in developing, installing, and evaluating new and revised methods, procedures and performance standards
Comprehensive skill in exercising judgment and discretion in developing, implementing and interpreting organizational policies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a Master's Degree in Court Administration, Public Administration, Court Executive Management or closely related field OR graduation from an accredited law school
Ten years' experience in court management or administration

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

At least three years' supervisory experience in a court setting

Certification as Court Manager (CCM) or Court Executive (CCE) through the National Center for State Courts

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