PACourts · 2 days ago
District Court Administrator - Adams County
Gettysburg, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expPACourts is seeking a District Court Administrator for Adams County, a senior management position responsible for overseeing the court's administrative functions. The role includes managing caseflow processes, human resources, facilities, information technology, and fiscal administration among other responsibilities.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Nicole Dadoun
Responsibilities
Responsible for the daily management and supervision of court functions. Oversees the processing of court filings, assignment of court-appointed counsel, requests for visiting or senior judges, the transcript production process, the utilization of interpreters, and the production of court lists. Ensures the scheduling of hearings, trials, and other proceedings. Assists the public with inquiries regarding obtaining counsel, scheduling weddings, and assisting with PFA matters
Prepares, submits, and monitors the annual court budget, including general oversight of the budgets of court-related offices, including purchasing (Domestic Relations, Dept. of Probation Services). Oversees payment processing for court-related services. Prepares and distributes financial and statistical reports as needed
Ensures compliance with AOPC policies and procedures. Prepares and maintains job descriptions. Oversees court hiring practices and manages disciplinary activities. Collaborates with the County government regarding payroll and benefits management
Develops and implements an orientation program for court employees. Recommends training programs to enhance court personnel's skills
Oversees the jury selection process. Develops effective jury orientation programs and arranges jury sequestration
Evaluates the security needs of all court offices and serves as a standing member of the court security committee. Plans and oversees the installation of security enhancements. Communicates with the Sheriff's Office and the Security Office regarding courtroom security. Reports threats to the AOPC
Communicates with court personnel about the use of current technology systems. Identifies hardware and software programs that can enhance court efficiency and collaborates with the County IT Department to implement new systems and programs
Acts as a liaison among the judiciary and various governmental entities (such as Commissioners, Constables, District Attorney, Sheriff, etc.) regarding issues of shared interest; collaborates with Legal Services and Domestic Violence providers to ensure the effective processing of PFA cases
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Judicial, Business, or Public Administration, or a closely related field
Three years of professional-level experience in court management or four years of varied office management work, including professional-level experience in budgeting, procurement, and human resources management
An equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered
Satisfactory criminal background check required
Company
PACourts
In the Pennsylvania Courts, people are our priority.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
The Philadelphia Inquirer
2025-09-12
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