Court Administrator

About the role

The Court Administrator oversees the daily operations of the Durango Municipal Court, supervising a small team and coordinating essential functions to keep the court running smoothly. This role requires strong organizational skills, thoughtful customer service, and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train, and support a small team of court clerks
• Oversee the daily flow of court cases
• Coordinate court calendars and schedules
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external partners
• Prepare the courtroom and manage court records
• Handle financial operations for the court
• Support special programs and troubleshoot court software issues

Requirements

• An associate degree in paralegal studies, business administration, public administration, or a related field, with three years of administrative legal support or court operations experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Qualifications

• Bring empathy and clear communication to every interaction
• Enjoy supporting and coaching a small team
• Notice the details and stay highly organized
• Stay adaptable when schedules or technology change

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Customer service and clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Able to take ample personal time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays
• 401(a) retirement plan and optional deferred compensation plan
• Basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free access to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink & Ski Area
• Holistic Employee Wellness Program
• Free transit pass and family member discounts
• Reimbursement for job-related classes
• Sixteen hours of volunteer time off per year

Pay

The starting pay for this position is between $54,904 and $60,394 per year, with opportunities for growth up to $76,865 per year based on long-term growth and performance within the role.

Schedule

N/A