Court Supervisor ; Anchorage In-Court; Civil - ACS

Court Supervisor 4 (41-3069)

Location:

Anchorage, AK. This position is open to Alaska Court System employees only.

Under general supervision of the Clerk of Court, oversee daily operations and supervise clerical staff.

Personnel rules determine step placement for an internal candidate.

• Orient and train staff in court and departmental policies, procedures, rules, and statutes.
• Interview and hire prospective employees, evaluate performance, and, with supervisory review, dismiss personnel when necessary.
• Assign, schedule, and prioritize work; monitor accuracy and completeness; counsel employees on performance issues; and administer progressive disciplinary measures as needed.
• Plan, organize, and improve workflows for maximum efficiency; interpret new rules and statutes; develop and implement updated procedures; prepare written instructions.
• Troubleshoot recorder and related equipment issues and assist with setting up video equipment for hearings and playback.
• Serve as an in‑court clerk as needed to provide coverage for District and Superior Court Civil, CINA, Probate, and Mental Commitment hearings; assist with importing documents into OnBase once implemented.
• Act as a senior staff resource to the Clerk of Court and Area Court Administrator on in‑court procedures; recommend and assist with procedural changes; prepare reports and data; participate in meetings on case processing.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external customers regarding in‑court procedures and case files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of principles of supervision, management, and training.
• Knowledge of the structure and function of the Alaska Court System.
• Skill to operate standard and specialized office software and database applications.
• Apply and interpret court rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; organize and assign work to subordinates.
• Gather and analyze data; reason logically and accurately; draw valid conclusions.
• Work cooperatively with others and gain respect and confidence.
• Function with a high degree of initiative, independence, and discretion.
• Provide technical assistance to staff.

• Graduation from high school or completion of a GED certificate AND two years of legal office clerical work experience which includes six months of supervisory or lead experience.
• Graduation from high school or completion of a GED certificate AND four years of office clerical work experience which includes six months of supervisory or lead experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college AND six months of supervisory or lead experience.

Note:

Legal office clerical work experience includes service such as a Court Case Manager 1, Court Case Manager 2, Court Supervisor 1‑3, or a Chambers Judicial Assistant with the Alaska Court System, or work in a public or private sector law office requiring the review and processing of legal documents.

Additional general office clerical experience will substitute for the high school diploma or GED certificate on a month‑for‑month basis.

Completion of an appropriate vocational training course of study such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for the required general office clerical work experience on a month‑for‑month basis.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one‑hour lunch break.

Competitive benefits package including 12 paid holidays; medical, dental, and optional vision coverage; employer‑paid life insurance. Employees enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.

The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.