Job Description

The Court Administrator is an administrative position responsible for developing, implementing and administering non-judicial functions and normal operations of the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah Judicial Branch. The Court Administrator will assist with the daily clerical needs of the Tribal Court including court office management, document management, case management, financial management, community relations, court safety, court building management, court performance, and court advancement. This position also provides administrative support for the Tribal Chairperson, Tribal Council, Tribal Administrator and functions as the Tribal Council Secretary.

This position supports the mission by being a leader in the Justice Services Department that seeks to 1) promote collective and individual self-sufficiency of the Paiute people, 2) enhance the safety and well-being of our tribal community, and 3) provide culturally relevant and holistic Tribal and justice services.

Work Schedule:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 1 hour lunch (unpaid)

Requirements

General Requirements:

• Must be insurable through the Tribe’s vehicle insurance (required).
• Must pass a criminal and fingerprints background check according to P.L. 101.630 standards (required).
• Must pass a pre-employment alcohol/drug screening (required).

Education & Experience:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, corrections, law enforcement, legal or a closely related field required.
• Four (4) years’ experience in court administration required.
• Experience with federal, state, and Tribal court systems, including inter-jurisdictional coordination is preferred.
• Grant writing and contract management experience is preferred.

License & Certification:

• Must possess, maintain, and provide proof of a valid Driver’s License (required).
• Must obtain, maintain, and provide proof of a certified public notary within one (1) year of hire (required).
• Must obtain, maintain, and provide proof of a valid Tribal Historical Preservation Officer (THPO) certification within one (1) year of hire (required).

Benefits

• Group Health Care Plan (Health, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability). Employer paid premiums for Employee, Spouse and Dependents
• Supplemental/Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability)
• HSA Bank Account - Monthly employer contributions
• Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) - Dollar for dollar match up to 6%
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (Federal, State and Tribal) - Paid according to set work schedule only
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Wellness Program - Earn up to $1,000 into your HSA account per year

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