JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA

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1 JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA 455 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco, California Telecommunications Device for the Deaf Web site: Executive Career Opportunity CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA OVERVIEW The Judicial Council of California is seeking a dynamic chief administrative officer to join its executive leadership team in serving the largest judicial system in the United States. THE CALIFORNIA JUDICIAL BRANCH The California Judicial Branch comprises 58 trial courts (one in each county), six intermediate appellate courts in nine locations, and the Supreme Court, with more than 2,100 judicial officers and approximately 17,000 employees. The Judicial Branch has an annual budget of $3.7 billion dollars, including capital improvement projects. Trial courts range in size from two judges to more than 450 judicial officers. THE JUDICIAL COUNCIL By an amendment to Article VI of the State Constitution in 1926, the citizens of California established the Judicial Council. The Council is responsible for improving statewide administration of the California courts. The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators. The Judicial Council collaborates with the courts and justice system partners in shaping branch-wide policy in order to create innovative programs essential to advancing the administration of justice, and to provide direct services to the appellate and trial courts. The Council functions with the assistance of multiple advisory committees, task forces, and its staff arm. The staff, comprised of more than 700 fulltime employees, is organized into three divisions with 19 offices across three locations in California: San Francisco, Sacramento and Burbank. To learn more about these divisions and offices, please visit: By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge and service resource for the judicial branch, the 1

2 Judicial Council s staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California s most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. THE POSITION Reporting to the Administrative Director and the Chief of Staff, the Chief Administrative Officer serves as a member of the executive leadership of the council s staff organization. The Administrative Director, Chief of Staff, Chief Administrative Officer, and Chief Operating Officer are accountable for providing the highest level of programmatic, operational, and service support to benefit the Council, the courts, and the State of California. They implement Council-prioritized short-and long-term strategies for the judicial branch by leading the Council s staff in accomplishing its goals and priorities. This executive position is involved in critical decision making related to the overall administration and operations of the council s staff, and its programs and services. Key responsibilities of the Chief Administrative Officer include: Works closely with the Administrative Director, Chief of Staff, and Chief Operating Officer to ensure coordination and accountability on issues related to the Judicial Council and the judicial branch; Assists the Administrative Director on the development and implementation of strategic goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards that support Judicial Council policies and priorities; Assists the Administrative Director and the Council in activities related to judicial branch fiscal resources development, allocation, and advocacy; Directs aspects of budget, programmatic, and service operations within the organization; Oversees a portfolio of statewide programs and projects that provide support to the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, and trial courts to meet the diverse, current, and future needs of the state court system and its constituents; At the direction of the Administrative Director, builds consensus and problem solves on issues of mutual concern, with leadership of the courts, other departments of state and local government; state, local and specialty bars; labor unions; other state courts systems; and other justice system partners and stakeholders. Interacts with the five chairs of the Judicial Council Internal Committees (Executive and Planning, Litigation Management, Policy Coordination and Liaison, Rules and Projects, and Technology) on a continual basis providing information and advice in a consulting manner. Oversees the Human Resources and Labor Relations programs providing assistance to the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, Superior Courts and the Judicial Council. Works with the trial courts via the Trial Court Administrative Services office in providing financial/payroll-benefits services to the Superior Courts. Assists the chair of the Technology Committee in the administration of the judicial branch s technology programs in collaboration with the courts. Oversees the maintenance and repair of all the courthouses/facilities (543) working with the Trial Court Facility Modification Advisory Committee in a multi-million dollar program. 2

3 THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will be a hands on, innovative, results-oriented executive, who is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and committed to achieving progress on an array of complex topics impacting the California judiciary. The position requires someone who is politically astute with strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a comfort level in interacting with members of the judiciary and diverse stakeholders. This position should have a broad background concerning administrative functions including, but not limited to budgeting, accounting, audits, business services, human resources, labor relations, technology, facilities management, and capital construction. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record of success and leadership in: Financial operations, including large-scale fiscal management and budgetary control; Dynamic service-delivery, improvements, and efficiency; Performance management; Strategic planning; the ability to assess continuing changes to budget and staff, and capitalize on innovations to promote ongoing assessment and improvement of the administrative operations of the judicial branch. In addition, the ideal candidate should have the ability to: Collaborate with the Judicial Council, judges, and staff leadership to achieve the Council s mission, within budget limitations; Manage employees through multiple levels of supervision; Develop effective work teams and motivate individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide services in the most effective and efficient manner; Balance oversight of multiple and diverse programs; Establish, develop, and maintain good working relationships with other public governmental organizations, federal and State legislatures, private agencies, community groups, and the communication media. QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: The ideal experience for this position would include a minimum of eight years of increasingly responsible experience in a relevant field, including a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible management experience in state administration or as a generalist in the public sector. Generalist candidates will also need to demonstrate a keen understanding of the California judicial system and court operations and procedures in order to be competitive. Knowledge of and experience with state budgetary and legislative processes is desirable. 3

4 Three years as an executive with the judicial branch or other California government entity. OR Education: A bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university is required. Review and Evaluation of Qualifications: The Judicial Council will give serious consideration to all qualified candidates that apply who have a proven track record of success. The review and evaluation of qualifications will be at the discretion of the Administrative Director, based on the most appropriate combination of experience and education that fits the needs of the California judiciary. THE SELECTION PROCESS This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, with the first review of resumes to begin following the closing date of November 21, This recruitment is considered open until filled. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred and should be submitted to the Judicial Council Human Resources o ffices at felizia.nava-kardon@jud.ca.gov. Submissions should include a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, salary history and professional references. PAY & BENEFITS SALARY RANGE: $15,131 - $16,844 per month Some highlights of our benefits package include: Health/Dental/Vision benefits program 13 paid holidays per calendar year Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave 1 personal holiday per year $130 transit pass subsidy per month CalPERS Retirement Plan 401(K) and 457 deferred compensation plans Employee Assistance Program Basic Life and AD&D Insurance FlexElect Program Long Term Care Program (employee paid/optional) Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional) Please Note: If you are selected for hire, the Judicial Council will require verification of employment eligibility or authorization to legally work in the United States. 4

5 HR Disclaimer: Classification and Compensation Study In an attempt to remain an employer of choice, we consistently review our practices, policies, and procedures to ensure we are current and comparable with other similar employers. To that effort, the Judicial Council recently completed a top to bottom classification and compensation study through a third party vendor, Fox Lawson and Associates. A classification and compensation study is primarily designed to focus on the internal and external equity of both the structure by which employees are compensated and the way positions relate and compare to one another across the organization. The Study has resulted in some changes to employee s job titles, duties, FLSA status and salary. These changes will be implemented on January 1, Based on the results of the Classification and Compensation Study, this position has been allocated to the new Chief Officer Zone 1 classification, with a salary range of $12, $18, To ensure all candidates are able to make a well-informed decision about employment with the Judicial Council, we are informing all potential new hires of this study during the recruitment phase so that if you are selected as the successful candidate, you are fully aware of the changes to this position, effective January 1, Therefore, the successful candidate hired for this recruitment would be reclassified on January 1, 2016 to the Chief Officer Zone 1 classification. THE JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 5