What are the responsibilities and job description for the LITIGATION MANAGER Grade 20 position at Fulton County?
Education and Experience:
Paralegal Certificate and Associates degree or Bachelors degree in criminal justice, business, organizational management or related field, and three to five years employment in a court system, criminal justice agency, in-house law department or law firm environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the appointing authority; and 2 years lead or supervisory experience in a legal or court-related setting.
Examination:
The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES.
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
The judicial litigation manager, as part of a trial judge litigation and docket management support unit, creates and implements caseflow strategies based upon analysis of statistical data and application of principles of differentiated case management. Reviews and prioritizes complex and urgent case issues. Develops and monitors case management and case progression plans for appropriateness and revises and redirects case management plans and strategies as necessary.Generates reports and spreadsheets and reviews statistical data generated by the court's computer case management system. Updates defendant and criminal case status and statistical information,reports, and dispositions on the computer, and other court systems as required. Plans court events, creates and publishes court calendars and notices. Schedules and coordinates logistics and planning associated with conducting complex jury trials and evidentiary hearings. Applies training and experience to caseload to identify and ensure emergency issues are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner. Acts as liaison between the assigned judge and county, state and federal criminal justice departments and agencies as required. Provides lead direction and guidance to attorneys,litigants, patrons of the court, other court employees and other agency representatives.
Judicial Litigation Manager is cross trained and functions as part of three person team of career track court professionals to support execution of a trial court judge's responsibility for litigation and docket management across case types. Areas of primary responsibility are divided among team members as determined by the assigned judge. The team works collaboratively providing lead direction to lawyers and their staffs, litigants and agencies regarding cases on the judge's docket and to facilitate orderly case progression and court proceedings, including analyzing and prioritizing the flow of work relating to all aspects of a judicial caseload.
In support of court programs and divisions Judicial Litigation Manager executes plans and procedures to ensure case flow efficiencies. Reviews and prioritizes complex and urgent case issues. Creates reports and reviews statistical data generated by the court's case management system. Updates caseload and statistical information, reports, and dispositions on the computer,and other court specific systems as required. Researches and responds to requests of the assigned judge, supervisors or program administrators, including preparing appropriate correspondence related to assigned court cases. Creates and publishes court calendars.
Judicial Litigation Manager provides in-court support to assigned judge. Performs various duties in the courtroom, such as coordinating paperwork, recording dispositions, providing technical guidance and information to attorneys as required. Provides information, guidance and direction to attorneys, patrons of the court, other court employees and agency representatives regarding applicable case management policies and procedures. Provides information to attorneys and other concerned parties regarding cases on court calendar.
Requires knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing areas of assignment, particularly working knowledge of operations and interagency protocols for local, state and federal criminal justice agencies and departments. Ability to develop and maintain cross agency working relationships. Working knowledge of core prinicples of substantive law applicable to proceedings in the criminal justice system. Mastery of legal terminology related to area of assignment. Ability to organize and facilitate in court proceedings to include coordination of resources and logistics associated with conducting complex trials and hearings. Knowledge of procedures and practices specific to the criminal justice system, including researching defendant histories.Knowledge of procedures and legal requirements pertinent to creating and publishing court calendars and securing the presence of incarcerated persons. Techniques used to conduct investigations and research relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
Ability to conduct case-related research and draft legal documents. Create and use spead sheets, database, word processing, presentation and other soft ware. Understanding, and using court specific computer applications to manage court processes, gather and analyze statistics, and create reports. Building sustainable working relationships with other criminal justice agencies, personnel, officials, and the public. Communicating effectively oally and in writing with judges, coworkers, litigants, lawyers and the public. Proficiency in general office practices, procedures, equipment, and technologyIt is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.
Salary : $68,967
