Date: February 1, 2012
Closing Date : February 13, 2012
Position Number: 00003
Position Title :
Chief Deputy Clerk - Supreme Court
Job Location :
Florida Supreme Court, Clerk's Office, Tallahassee, Florida
Salary Range :
$45,303.72 - $86,077.08 (Annually*)
*The appointment salary will be commensurate with education and experience and is expected to be in the upper mid-range.
The essential function of the position within the organization is to provide support in the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing of operations of the Office of the Clerk of the Supreme Court. The position is responsible for staff supervision, planning, reviewing filings, promulgation of policies and procedures pertaining to Court activities, determining action on certain jurisdictional questions, giving direction on motions and other pleadings filed with the Court, and performing administrative functions. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
*The Chief Deputy must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to perform all the duties of the Clerk of Court in his absence. This position serves as day-to-day supervisor for Clerk's office staff and therefore should have excellent working knowledge of all personnel rules and regulations. This position is in constant contact with the Justices and their staff, other courts throughout the State, attorneys, the general public and the Office of the State Court's Administrator.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law or a closely related field and eight years of related experience, including extensive knowledge of operations of the Office of the Clerk of Court and the State Courts System.
**Previous court or legal experience is required. Membership in The Florida Bar preferred, but not required.
Synthesizes or integrates analysis of data or information to discover facts or develop knowledge or interpretations; modifies policies, procedures, or methodologies based on findings.
Negotiates or exchanges ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs, or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions.
Requires responsibility for achieving major economies or preventing major losses through assisting with the management of a highly complex and/or technical department, or through recommending policy as legal counsel.
Uses practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions, measurements, or logarithms; may use algebraic solutions of equations and equalities, deductive geometry, and/or descriptive statistics.
Reads scientific and technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and legal documents; writes complex articles and reports; makes presentations to professional groups.
Performs work involving the application of logical principles and thinking to solve practical problems within or applying to a unit or division of the organization; requires continuous, close attention for accurate results and frequent exposure to unusual pressure.
Makes decisions with moderately serious impact - affects work unit and may affect other units or citizens.
Handles machines, tools, equipment, or work aids involving moderate latitude for judgment regarding attainment of standard or in selecting appropriate items, such as computers, peripherals, or software programs, such as word processing, spreadsheets or custom applications.
Requires some responsibility for safety and health of others and/or for occasional enforcement of the standards of public safety or health.
*Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Web based applications essential. Knowledge of word processing applications such as Word or Word Perfect essential. Knowledge of SharePoint and mobile electronic devices such as Smartphone and iPads helpful, but not required. Ability to communicate clearly and work courteously with co-workers and the public. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
Submit a current and complete State of Florida Employment Application to the People First Service Center online at https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/logon.htm.
For additional information, questions or concerns, please contact:
Office of Personnel Services at 850-487-0778.
An application must be submitted for the position listing the appropriate class title and position number for which you are applying. Your application must be received by 5:00pm on the closing date.
The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the contact person at the number indicated for each respective position. Persons using a TDD may call the contact person through the Florida Relay Service 1-800-955-8771.
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