Tribal Court Administrator Tribal Court-Open until filled d at Confederated Tribes Of Siletz Indians

Siletz, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Sep, 26

Salary

34.2

Posted On

17 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Budget Administration, Case Flow Management, Personnel Supervision, Legal Documentation, Court Records Management, Public Administration, Microsoft Office, Analytical Research, Personnel Administration, Accounting Principles, Notary Public, Court Recording

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Opening Date: May 15, 2026 Closing Date: Open until filled Job Title: Tribal Court Administrator Salary/Wage: $34.20/hr Tribal Level: 121 Location: Siletz, OR Classification: Full time, Non-exempt Job Posting Number: 4130720 INTRODUCTION: The Tribal Court is located in the Administration Building and has a staff of one Chief Judge, and five Associate Judges, who work on a contractual basis. Regular employees include one Tribal Court Administrator and one half-time Deputy Administrator. DUTIES: In conjunction with the Presiding Judge, plans, develops and implements the policies, goals, objectives and priorities for the Tribal, Appellate, Gaming and Community Courts. Manages case flow by maintaining accurate, complete court records, and overseeing the court docket. Identify and analyze problems and recommends administrative or procedural improvements to court services. Drafts court annual budget and carry-over requests. Administers Tribal Court budget; responsible for paying and tracking operating bills, including contract judges’ time and expense. Coordinates and prepares judicial conferences, arranges for travel and accommodations, etc., for the Tribal Court judges. Maintains training information for court support staff and judges and coordinates training schedules. Supervises and evaluates work performance of court personnel. Creates job descriptions for court personnel, assists in interviewing and selection process of employees. Oversees and acts as back-up for clerical staff and court recorder. Prepares and submits accurate and timely reports (statistical, monthly, quarterly, annual, unmet need, budget modifications) for court’s activities. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in public administration, judicial administration or a closely related field, and two years experience in a court environment, -OR- Court Administrator’s “Certificate of Training” and three years experience in a court environment, -OR- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge in: Principles of development and administration of budgets. The purpose of the administrative and judicial functions of Tribal Court. The laws, rules, regulations and policies governing Tribal Court operations, preferred. Legal terminology, forms, records, files and documents encountered in the work. Research and analytical methods and tools. Personnel administration, accounting principles and procedures, and budget management. Software packages in Access, PowerPoint, and GroupWise, preferred. Experience in: Using office equipment, including copy machine, fax, multi-user telephone system, word processor, dictation machine and court recording devices, preferred. Ability to: Obtain or be able to obtain a Notary Public certificate for the State of Oregon within the 6-months of hire. Relate well to tribal judges, public officials, fellow employees, tribal members, and the general public. Demonstrate expertise in accurate usage of punctuation, capitalization, spelling, grammar and alpha filing systems. Demonstrate excellent computer skills, preferably in Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publishers, and word, preferred. Format and type legal documents, such as notices, orders, summons, legal correspondence, etc. Type dictation from written draft or special dictation equipment. Type a minimum of 55 words per minute with accuracy. Other: Incumbent may not have felony convictions, or the equivalent, within the last ten (10) years. Must have a valid Oregon Drivers License and reliable personal transportation or be eligible to drive a GSA vehicle.

Responsibilities

The Tribal Court Administrator plans and implements policies for various tribal courts while managing case flow and court records. They are responsible for budget administration, supervising court personnel, and preparing statistical reports.