City of Philadelphia · 3 days ago
Director I - Administrative Services, Court Administration
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$94K/yr - $94K/yr
6+ years expThe City of Philadelphia is a vibrant employer that values inclusion and innovation, and they are seeking a Director I for Administrative Services within the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania. The role involves overseeing administrative functions, budget preparation, and policy recommendations to enhance court administration efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Directs, organizes, staffs and coordinates the work of professional, technical, clerical and/or skilled trades personnel involved in support activities such as administrative services, fiscal administration, space and facilities management
Schedules work priorities in accordance with the needs of the FJD and direction of the executive superiors reviewing complete work for the conformance to established standards
Provides input for the preparation of the court’s budget requests
Prepares departmental operating budget
Participates in the planning of capital projects
Develops new and expanded project requests
Prepares and tracks requests for equipment, supplies and services
Oversees and participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of all federal and state support grants
Prepares applications for new and re-funded programs
May handle disciplinary matters
Prepares organizational charts
Assures the performance of required maintenance, supply and messenger services
Maintains liaison with the data processing activities in regard to on-going functions and the development of proposed computer applications
Conducts analytical studies of operations, space and organization, personally or through professional subordinates
Recommends necessary changes in operations and organization. Makes policy recommendations to superiors
Prepares or oversees preparation of necessary departmental procedures
Reviews proposed and revised forms
Attends executive level meetings with other administrative personnel regarding assigned functions
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Six years of progressively responsible administrative, professional or technical experience in the assigned function; two years at the management level
Equivalent combinations of training and experience providing the characteristics required to perform the essential functions of the class may substitute
Must successfully complete a criminal (or financial) background investigation
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
Ability to perform essential functions of the position in this class
Must work in person (not remote)
Benefits
Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
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City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.
10001+ employees
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