Guardianship Program Manager

Job Duties

• Program development and implementation
• 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
• Cook up, facilitate, and/or participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, and other related events to receive and convey information about guardianship
• Facilitate any necessary training and communication for KJB officers and employees.

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
• 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 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
• 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