Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2024-19
Department: Administrative Office of the Courts
Opening Date: 02/26/2024
Closing Date: 3/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity
Administrative Office of the Courts
Customer Services Supervisor
Customer Services Team
Court Services Division
Our Mission: Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values of integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
POSITION DETAILS
Job #: 2024-19
Status: Regular, Full-Time*
Location: Olympia, Washington
Salary: Range 77: $100,008 - $131,244 per year (DOQ)
Opens: February 26, 2024
Closes: March 11, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.
WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION
AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.
This position requires at least two (2) days per week working onsite; possibly more as business needs require.
POSITION PROFILE
This position supervises and coordinates the work of the Customer Services team consisting of Customer Services staff who respond to the needs of AOC staff, court users, and vendors, by communicating system updates, resolving process and system function issues, problem solving, instructing others on methods and procedures, and focusing on process improvements. They assist in training and developing new ways to reach goals and meet the courts' needs.
This position reports under the direction of the Court Business Office (CBO) Manager. This supervisory position coordinates activities related to the Customer Services team as assigned and determined by the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). The position has full supervisory duties for the assigned unit which includes, but not limited to:
- Overseeing daily operations, onboarding, orientation, creation, and execution of staff training plan
- Setting and communicating job requirements, performance expectations and standards
- Managing performance
- Acting on leave requests
- Approving overtime, travel, and equipment purchases
- Tracking and maintaining unit budget
- Resolving workplace conflicts
- Workforce planning
- Making hiring recommendations to the CBO Manager and Court Services Division (CSD) Director for hiring, discipline and termination actions
- Acting as a liaison to other AOC programs (e.g., HR, Staff Services, IT) for the unit.
- Responds to and resolves escalated customer service issues and unique and complex questions or issues from internal and external customers.
- Administers knowledge management system for internal and external clients, which includes:
- Maintaining knowledge management system licenses and client access
- Maintaining certificate renewals for the knowledge management system
- Coordinating knowledge management system dashboard installation and orientation needs.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, education or closely allied field,
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible court-related experience including a combination of Customer Services and knowledge management.
THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated knowledge of knowledge management system administration, configuration, reporting, training, and support.
- Demonstrated experience with planning, organizing and directing the work of others utilizing leadership techniques consistent with AOC and Customer Services best practices and culture.
- Ability to consistently communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of the organization.
- Aptitude and understanding of information technology concepts and general knowledge of the case management applications supported by the AOC.
- Professional rapport with members of the Washington Court community, AOC staff, justice partners, and the public.
- Understanding of the Washington State judicial system, including the jurisdictional limits and responsibilities of each level of court, and the roles and responsibilities of judicial staff and related justice partners.
- Understanding of statutes, court rules, policies, and procedures specific to court business processes and case management.
- Conducting effective interviews and meetings, and leading and working in a team-based environment.
- Proficient in preparing accurate written documentation related to business processes and court business operations, issue resolution, and other written communication.
- Understanding and knowledge of training, facilitation and coaching techniques.
- Understanding and knowledge of supervision processes and methods.
- Managing workload which includes planning and organizing assignments to create timely and accurate work products.
- Using logic and reasoning to assess information, forming logical conclusions, evaluating options, and making decisions or recommendations.
- Effectively delivering information and solutions related to business processes and court business operations.
- High comfort level working with remote communication tools (e.g., Zoom, Skype, GoToMeeting, and Microsoft Teams).
- Using excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, and ability to negotiate.
For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position:CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
- Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
- This position is not covered under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 704-4143, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Employment@courts.wa.gov.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday h...