Assistant Chief Clerk/Community Services Clerk

Position Description

The Assistant Chief/Court Community Services Director serves as Judge Lozano's senior advisor, and as a liaison between the Justice of the Peace and local officials, county departments, and stakeholders. The Assistant Chief/Court Community Services Director is responsible for engaging with non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, communities of faith, grantmakers, county departments, and other stakeholders in the development, execution, and effective administration of constituent programs and services that advance the Court's goals of equity, transparency, and accessibility.

The Assistant Chief/Court Community Services Director will develop, lead, and deliver strategies, methods, and content that advance public knowledge related to the Court's goals through public messaging, social media, and public presentations to community groups and other community stakeholders.

The Court Community Services Director will report to the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2, and support the Chief Clerk of the Court to ensure the effective implementation and delivery of programs that support the Court's goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as senior advisor to the Justice of the Peace (Judge) to shape the short- and long-term community goals for the court.

• Perform administrative support for the Judge, including but not limited to coordinating communications, scheduling meetings, and maintaining calendars.

• Work directly with non-profit organizations, community stakeholders, and county social service providers to support the Court's goals of eviction and homeless diversion.

• Engage county offices, community stakeholders, non-profits and other organizations serving the homeless and unhoused population to develop and deliver a Homeless/Community Court program.

• Establish, extend, and facilitate partner relationships directly with non-profit organizations, legal aid, and other service providers and stakeholders to enhance and expand their engagement and supportive work with the Court and its constituents.

• Develop and facilitate in-person and virtual training, workshops, and other educational activities to support the professional development needs of Court staff, interns, stakeholders, and constituents.

• Develop and implement community engagement and outreach activities that prioritize the transparency and accessibility of the Court's activities, including the public dissemination of program information, impact on constituent populations, and solutions related to at-risk communities.

• Prepare reports, presentations, documents, and other information necessary to support and advance the goals of the Court.

• Act as the Court's liaison to elected officials, department heads, public policy organizations, stakeholders, attorneys, law enforcement, and others.

• Support the Chief Clerk in the development and administration of the Court's budget.

• Support the Chief Clerk in the development and presentation of items for the Commissioners Court agenda.

• Support the Chief Clerk in the management of the Judge's official schedule involving appearances and meetings other than the court hearing dockets and settings.

• Supervise clerk responsible for the coordination of wedding services and activities.

• Perform other duties that advance the Court's goals and support the work of the Court on behalf of its constituents, as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Supporting Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Updated Resume

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in relevant positions (in the private or public sectors) with increasing responsibility.)

• Minimum two (2) years of administrative or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in government or project management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles of management and supervision.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, rules and regulations specific to the area of responsibility.

• Knowledge of court procedures.

• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.

• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computers.

• Knowledge of the principles of accounting and bookkeeping.

• Advanced in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Share Point).

• Can-do attitude and resourcefulness.

• Exceptional communications skills -- verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation with a keen sense of effective messaging.

• Exceptional project management skills to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously and ability to create strong, positive working relationships.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to create and maintain complex files and written documents.

• Ability to hold self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment remain calm and handle stressful situations.

• Ability to work under pressure and public scrutiny.

• Ability to independently assimilate facts and draw sound conclusions.

• Ability to work well with the public and support staff.

• Ability to encourage a respectful and collaborative work environment that recognizes and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Ability to identify inequitable practices and policies and assist in implementing strategies to ensure equitable outcomes.

• Ability to demonstrate awareness and respect for cross-cultural differences and create innovative and inclusive solutions.

• Ability to plan and train entry-level clerical employees.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

• Familiar with the justice system.

• Excellent verbal and written skills.

• Ability to manage day-to-day activities while developing and implementing long term strategies and programs that benefit stakeholders and constituents.

• Understands the Court's goals and mission.

• Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the Court's goals and mission.

• Demonstrates respect for the opinion and beliefs of others.

• Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner.

• Significant experience managing multiple projects and deadlines.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time

• Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

Salary:

• $35.52 - $37.00 Hourly

• Depends on Qualifications

• Based on 26 Pay Periods

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Wellness Plan

• Life Insurance

• Long-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday

• Professional development opportunities

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Reimbursement Account

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
• Flexible schedule (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

https://benefitsathctx.com/

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position? Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• High School or GED diploma

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

• None of the above

02

Which of the following best measures your years of experience in relevant positions (in the private or public sectors) with increasing responsibility? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than three (3) full years

• Between three (3) and four (4) years

• Four (4) or more years

• N/A; No experience

03

Please provide details of your years of experience in relevant positions (in the private or public sectors) with increasing responsibility. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

04

Which of the following best measures your administrative or supervisory experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than one (1) full year

• Between one (1) and two (2) years

• Two (2) or more years

• N/A; No experience

05

Please provide details of your administrative and/or supervisory experience. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

06

Do you have experience in government or project management? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Yes

• No

07

Which of the following software applications have you had significant experience using? Select all that apply.

• MS Outlook

• MS Word

• MS Excel

• MS PowerPoint

• MS Access

• Adobe Acrobat

• None of the above

Required Question

Agency Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx