Guardianship Program Manager in Topeka, Kansas at Kansas Judicial Branch

Position number: K0245946
Location of Employment: Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, KS 66612
Position Title and Salary: Guardianship Court Program Manager, grade 50, $85,193.95 annually

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Job Duties: This is responsible administrative work planning, implementing, and operating a significant court program. Work involves supervising the daily operations of the Guardianship program.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED (Position may not include all duties listed and duties listed may not cover all duties that may be performed.)

• Program development and implantation
• Conduct all necessary research and outreach to support a guardianship program.
• Develop educational materials and related resources
• Establish a tracking system for programming activities
• Program oversight and administration
• Analyze pertinent laws, court rules, and court policies and procedures
• Coordinate, facilitate, and/or participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, and other related events to receive and convey information about guardianship
• Create any necessary educational materials and related resources.
• Establish systems for tracking program activities.
• Facilitate any necessary training and communication for KJB officers and employees.

Required Education and Experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
• At least two years of experience in a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• A valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate, Master of Public Administration, or related degree that demonstrates the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position.
• At least three years of work experience within a court system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the organization, mission, and vision of the Kansas Judicial Branch.
• Knowledge of applicable common law, local, state, and federal statutes, and the Rules of the Kansas Supreme Court as they apply to credentialing officers and employees.
• Ability to understand and implement Office of Judicial Administration policy in areas of assigned responsibilities.
• Skill in organizing, planning, developing, and managing programs and prioritizing work.
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with court personnel and the public in formal and informal settings as a representative of the Office of Judicial Administration.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, whether orally or in writing, with judges, other court employees, and the public.
• Ability to build rapport and professional working relationships with others.
• Ability to set clear, professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to make decisions that require considerable judgment, initiative, discretion, and ingenuity in areas where there may be little precedent.
• Ability to prioritize work, work independently without daily direct supervision, and manage a variety of projects elements simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and to analyze data.
• Ability to travel overnight.

Applications will be accepted until: Open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact ada@kscourts.gov or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

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