Municipal Court Manager

The City of Bend Finance Department is currently accepting applications for one (1), regular full-time Municipal Court Manager. This is a non-represented and FLSA exempt (overtime ineligible) position.

To be considered for this position, applicants much have a complete application that includes the following items:

• The online application via NeoGov (access also available on the City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Opening)
• Attached formal Cover Letter and Resume (required)
• Attached valid Credentials, Certifications, and Licensing (if applicable)

Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive Veteran’s Preference.

Reporting to the Assistant Finance Director, the Court Manager oversees the operation of the Municipal Court, working closely with the Municipal Court Judge, directly supervising the Municipal Court Supervisor, and indirectly supervising all other court staff.   The Court Manager is responsible for leading a team of dedicated court staff and ensuring that court operations comply with legal requirements and meet the needs of all customers.  The Manager oversees the Municipal Court budget as well as leading the implementation of new programs and processes.   

• Manage employees: Supervise and guide employees to meet city goals. Handle hiring, training, and performance reviews.   Address employee concerns and enforce disciplinary processes.
• Oversee Court operations: Manage court functions, ensuring compliance with regulations.   Develop plans, set standards, and improve performance.  Maintain court calendars and implement changes. 
• Customer service: Establish and promote high standards for internal and external customer service.  Model exceptional service, and train staff to uphold customer service standards, working creatively to solve customer issues in positive ways.
• Community engagement: Establish partnerships with local businesses and officials.   Develop programs to enhance justice systems and services.  Provide leadership in justice-related initiatives. 
• Collaboration: Work with the Presiding Judge and Court Supervisor to implement court procedures and legal changes.   Foster community partnerships for improved justice initiatives.
• Facilities and security: Address facility issues and ensure court security in collaboration with the City.
• Technology management: Manage court case system and plan for technology updates.   Integrate new tools and multimedia resources.
• Reporting: Develop accurate court statistics reports to track performance.
• Project leadership: Lead or participate in projects that enhance court operations.
• Interdepartmental coordination: Coordinate with various government bodies, Judiciary members, legal professionals, and city departments.
• Contract management: Contract individuals for required court services.  Approve payments to contractors and consultants.
• Budget management: Prepare, recommend, and manage the Municipal Court budget.   Monitor expenses, authorize purchases, and engage in the city’s budget process.
• Records management: Adhere to policies for proper records management.
• Act with respect and integrity, promote, and support diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities, and infrastructure.
• Performs related duties as necessary to achieve the objectives of the position. 

• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information to provide and receive work direction.
• Manage a high volume of tasks at one time, including organizing and prioritizing own work and the work of others.
• Maintain the knowledge of principles and standards of employee supervision, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Work independently with general direction while also working as part of a team and collaborating with others.
• Maintain working knowledge of software, databases, and programs applicable to the work unit’s assignments.
• Understand, remember, communicate, and apply complex oral and/or written instructions and factual information.
• Understanding and interpreting legal terms while applying local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations
• Implement sound judgment while making decisions in accordance with regulations and established policies
• Maintain composure even in difficult situations; deal tactfully with the public; and deal calmly and effectively in confrontational and/or high stress situations
• Analyzing information and case files for discrepancies and adherence to policy

Ability Requirements

The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to supervise a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services.
• Ability to make decisions within established policies and procedures that influence the daily operations of the unit and work of subordinate staff.
• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail, or in person.
• Understand, remember, communicate and apply complex oral and/or written instructions and factual information.
• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods of time, occasionally stand, walk, stoop or kneel for extended periods of time.
• Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens and use keyboards and a variety of peripherals.
• Work is generally performed in an office setting with travel required to off-site locations.
• Ability to occasionally travel locally and regionally. 

• Associates degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description. in business, public administration, or a related field, and
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks.
• 1 year of managerial experience

• Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check, including Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) fingerprints.
• Ability to satisfy the requirements of a pre-employment drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 year of experience in a public safety, Justic, legal or court setting
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration

Classification Framework: Manager I

• To view the full Classification framework, click here 

Salary : $102,524 - $133,161