Deputy Chief Court Administrator

Municipal Court of Atlanta

Deputy Chief Court Administrator

Posting Expires: August 6, 2026

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description and Classification Standards: 

This class is distinguished from the Court Administrator class in that an incumbent provides specialized assistance with the oversight of one or more designated areas of the Municipal Court rather than the overall activities of the Court. Incumbents of this class maintain considerable latitude for independent actions and exercise professional discretion within the framework of departmental policies.

In the absence of the Court Administrator, incumbents of this class act on matters for which authority has been delegated. Otherwise, incumbents in this class are responsible for carrying out high level initiatives as identified by the Court Administrator and providing oversight of one or more of the following areas: budget and fiscal services communication and customer care; information systems technology planning, execution and maintenance, court operations and quality control in the assigned area of specialization.

In addition, incumbents will be responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating and improving administrative and operational policies, procedures and programs monitoring or participating in employee selection, performance management, development and relations; and providing operational performance reports. Incumbents in this class will directly supervise Court Operations Managers and other supervisors as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

As a professional member of the organization, employees in this classification must demonstrate competencies that support the achievement of work objectives. The following functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, are typical for this job. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Achievement Orientation-Generates innovative solutions to work situations, including different and novel ways to address problems and opportunities.
• Flexibility-Demonstrates a willingness to accept changes to work priorities and openness to new ideas and approaches to completing work assignments.
• Business Process and Change- Approaches assigned HR program responsibilities with a broad perspective of the way business is done within the organization and implements change to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Team Behavior-Applies knowledge of team behavior to help achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Customers and Organizational Culture-Understand the purpose and mission of the organization. 
• Researches unique characteristics of customer organizations to ensure that assistance and consultations are appropriate to the situation. 
• Supervise the maintenance of a variety of complex record and any ensuing reports. 
• Plan, assign, coordinate, supervise, and manage the work of subordinate employees as necessary. Express ideas concisely and clearly, orally and in writing. 
• Expresses ideas clearly with all organizational levels. 
• Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational and strategic skills.
• Effectively integrate and utilize technology to complete and enhance daily activities. 
• Function at a high level within a high volume, complex administrative or operational area. 
• Monitor, analyze and implement performance improvements for unit quality assurance. 
• Establish, build and maintain effective working relationships within the organization and with various stakeholders and business partners.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of (as related to purview of selected position): Courts procedures and policies, legal documents, laws, and legal factors pertaining to the organization. The organization, operations, functions, and scope of authority. Innovative administrative and operational practices and procedures. Automated information systems used in the court. 
• Knowledge of concepts, processes, and tools of project management. Accounting practices and principles. Government policies and practices. Laws and regulations related to public sector financial management, budgeting, and fiscal analysis. 
• Skill such as: Leading Change Management and Change Implementation Leading People Teambuilding; Coaching and development; and Conflict resolution Quality Control Identify and diagnosing problems; Developing contingency plans; and Problem resolution Business Acumen Assessing current and future business needs; Ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources; and providing accountability Building Coalitions/Communications Explaining, advocating and expressing facts and ideas in negotiating with internal and external groups and developing expansive professional networks with other organizations.
• Ability to: Make work-related decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures. 
  
  
   

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience – 

• Bachelor degree from an accredited institution with a major in Finance, Accounting or Business/Public/Court Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years extensive supervisory, management and administrative experience performing fiscal and accounting activities including internal auditing and funds administration; and analyzing, compiling, preparing and presenting fiscal and statistical information for an organization.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the requisite competencies for this job will be considered.

Licensures and Certifications - 
Fingerprinting required as a part of pre-employment onboarding. CJIS Security Policy v5-9-5.

Preferred Requirements - 

• Masters degree in the above areas and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Public Financial Officer (CPFO) preferred. 
• Fiscal management experience working for or directly with a court or public sector agency a plus.
• Professional certification and/or membership in industry-related professional organizations a plus. 
• Experience using National Center for State Courts CourTools performance measurement system a plus.

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements: 

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.