Court Executive Officer (CEO) at Superior Court of California, County of Tuolumne in Sonora, California

Job Description:

 Court Executive Officer (CEO)

 

POSITION SUMMARY 

Under direction of the presiding judge of the Court, this executive-level position provides strategic direction and has  overall management authority and responsibility for the non-judicial administration and operations of the Court. 

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

This is a single incumbent at-will executive level position that is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the  judges. This position is responsible for providing strategic direction, program and budget development,  coordination, and goal setting for the Court. It is the highest non-judicial position in the Court. 

 

SCOPE 

The Court Executive Officer (CEO) has overall management authority and responsibility for the smooth and efficient  operation of the Court. The position has full supervisory responsibility, directly and through subordinate managers  and supervisors, for the Court's employees. The position works under the direction of the presiding judge and must  exercise considerable discretion with respect to assignments and duties. The CEO works directly with members of the  Judicial Council of California and other CEOs on Court administration policy and issues that affect the judicial  branch. 

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES 

• Works closely with the presiding judge to plan and implement administrative and operational programs  and policies for the Court; directs the development and implementation of organizational policies,  procedures, and goals for the Court; oversees personnel plans, calendar and case-flow management, new legislation implementation, fiscal and human resources policies, labor negotiations, labor and employee relations policies, automated systems, and records management. 
• Oversees short- and long-range planning and program development. 
• Manages staff directly and indirectly through subordinate managers and supervisors, including hiring and  training staff, assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, administering disciplinary actions, and  resolving personnel matters. 
• Makes recommendations to the presiding judge on budget priorities. 
• Prepares, implements, and oversees the Court budget. 
• Negotiates contracts on behalf of the Court. 
• Identifies problems and recommends procedural and administrative changes to the Court
• Represents the Court in negotiations. 
• Works with information technology and operations staff on the initiation of the Court moving to a Fileless/  Digital Court. 
• Serves as a liaison for the Court with the Judicial Council, committees of the Legislature, the media, State, County, City officials, and other governmental agencies. 
• Serves on local and state committees, task forces and working groups; attends meetings of special  commissions, civil groups, and committees of the County as the Court's representative. 
• Oversees and monitors the effectiveness of Court operations. 
• Oversees Court administration, including Fiscal, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, and  Court Program Management. 
• Serves as Jury Commissioner. 
• Other duties as set forth in California Rules of Court, rule 10.610. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education: Equivalent to possession of a bachelor's degree in court administration, business or public  administration, criminal justice, or a closely related field. 

AND 

Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible administration experience in a court or judicial  branch agency, including five years of management experience. 

 

Additional directly related experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. 

 

Driver's License: A valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of  transportation is required to carry out job-related essential functions. 

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS 

The salary for this position ranges from $165,000 - $195,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications. The Court also offers an excellent benefits package: 

 

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans: Court-paid up to $2,800 per month of  actual premiums starting in January 2025 
• CalPERS Retirement Plan 
• 14 Paid Holidays 
• Personal Time Off (PTO): 36 days annually • Executive Management Leave: 10 days annually 
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans: Performance-based match 
• Life Insurance: $150,000 Court-paid Basic Term Life Insurance Plan 
• Tuition Reimbursement: $2,000 per fiscal year 
• Professional Membership Allowance: $500 annually 
• Merit Longevity Pay 
• Post-Retirement Medical Benefits 
• Bereavement Leave: Up to 3 days annually • Employee Assistance Program 
• Cell Phone Stipend of $75.00 monthly • Wellness Reimbursement of up to $75.00 monthly for Gym Membership, Chiropractic Services, Massage, or other wellness services 

 

SELECTION PROCEDURES 

The selection process is confidential. Submitted cover letters, resumes, statements of qualifications and  applications received before the deadline will be evaluated to determine if the candidate meets the  minimum qualifications as previously stated. The Court will further evaluate these documents and select  for interview only those candidates it deems may best meet the needs of the Court. 

 

THIS IS AN AT-WILL POSITION, SERVING AT THE PLEASURE OF THE COURT. 

 

Equal Opportunity / ADA Employer  

Superior Court of California  

County of Tuolumne 

12855 Justice Center Drive 

Sonora, CA 95370 

WWW.TUOLUMNE.COURTS.CA.GOV 

The Court's mission is to provide justice under the law, equally, impartially,  and expeditiously, with dignity and respect for all. 

TUOLUMNE COUNTY 

The County of Tuolumne (population 56,000) was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27  counties in the State of California. Stretching from the foothills to the crest of the Sierras, Tuolumne  County is both a recreation paradise and a wonderful place to live. The county contains historic  gold mining towns, the pristine Emigrant Wilderness, world-renowned Yosemite National Park, and  numerous lakes and rivers. 

The beautiful City of Sonora is the county seat and the city and surrounding rural communities provide a  lifestyle sought by many. The area enjoys a mild four-season climate. While a light snow may fall  a few times a year, winters are relatively mild and above the fog of the San Joaquin Valley. This rural  setting lies only a half an hour from local ski resorts and mountain recreation, 120 miles from San  Francisco, a few hours from Lake Tahoe, and within an hour of Yosemite National Park. 

 

ABOUT THE COURT AND TUOLUMNE COUNTY 

The Court has four judges and one commissioner. The annual operating budget is approximately $5  million for FY 2024-2025. The Court employs approximately 42 staff. The court moved to a new $71  million dollar Courthouse in 2021. The Court has onsite parking. 

 

Send resume to: Justin.Logan@jud.ca.gov 

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