Job description

NH Judicial Branch

Deputy Clerk - Merrimack Superior Court, Concord, NH (Position #23-85)

DEPUTY CLERK – Regular, full-time position working in the New Hampshire Court System, subject to the sufficient and continued funding of the Judicial Branch by the Legislature.

DEFINITION OF WORK

This is administrative work in the New Hampshire Court System managing one or more departments and supervising the work of multiple court assistants. Work requires specialized knowledge of court management techniques and practices including the legal requirements of case processing in a general jurisdiction trial court and may include performance of quasi-judicial functions as authorized. Persons in this class are distinguished from a Court Assistant VI by the added complexity in terms of scheduling of trials and hearings, the increased responsibilities resulting from an increased number of judges presiding on a regular basis and the additional supervisory role resulting from a larger non-judicial staff. Distinguishable factors and complexity of tasks to be performed by persons in this class are found in the larger Superior Courts.

Employees in this position may be required to travel during the regular course of business, and are subject to transfer or reassignment at the discretion of the Administrative Judge or the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts, if appropriate.

REPORTING LINES

This position reports to the Clerk of Court and/or his or her designee and has direct supervisory responsibility over subordinates.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)

The primary tasks performed by individuals in this class may include:

Scheduling of trials, hearings, and other matters.

Performs quasi-judicial functions as assigned by the clerk or presiding justice.

Routinely serves as courtroom clerk.

Assumes all functions and responsibilities in the absence of the clerk.

Performs various management activities as directed by the clerk, including records and forms management; automation of court procedures; preparation of court budget and completion of the court’s annual report; and the establishment of management information systems.

Supervises multiple department heads and court assistants with responsibility or recruitment, recommending persons to be hired, training, annual performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary action to the clerk.

Performs related work as required.

DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduate from a four-year college or university, and an advanced degree required. A law degree from an accredited law school and membership in the New Hampshire Bar is desirable. Five years of court related experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity required, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

Extensive knowledge of the statutory, judicial and administrative policies, rules and procedures for processing cases in the Superior Court.

Extensive knowledge of court and office procedures necessary for case scheduling and modern office management.

Extensive knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques.

Ability to organize, direct and coordinate administrative activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to utilize modern computer technology in the performance of management activities.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, judges, attorneys, court officials and the general public.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Law degree and membership in the New Hampshire Bar required.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This position description represents general duties and is not intended to list every specific function of this position.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE POSITION ABOVE

Print application from the HR Job Postings page on the website https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2099-dfps.pdf

(Applications are required. Resumes may be submitted to supplement the Application

e-mail application to: applications@courts.state.nh.us, fax application to: (603) 513-5454, or mail application to: Administrative Office of the Courts, Human Resources Department, One Granite Place, Suite N400, Concord, NH 03301

Applications and specific position number are required.

The NH Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,798.50 - $95,374.50 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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