Administrative Manager

Summary The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Manager. Under general direction of the Chief Deputy and Clerk of Court (Clerk), the Administrative Manager is part of the Clerk's Senior Management Team that includes the Clerk, Chief Deputy, and IT Manager. The position has regular interaction with federal judges, high-level officials, court staff members, the public, and with various federal agencies. Requirements Conditions of Employment No civil service test is required for this position. Applicants who are non-United States citizens must meet the requirements for federal employment. Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense. New Selectees are subject to background check or investigation and subsequent favorable suitability determination, and selectees to high-sensitive positions are subject to updated background investigations every five years. The position is subject to the mandatory electronic direct deposit of salary payment (i.e. Direct Deposit). All court employees are at will, and therefore the selected candidate may be removed from this position at any time if the selected candidate fails to perform at a satisfactory level. In addition, employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Qualifications A minimum of five years of substantial and progressively responsible management experience in a court or similar environment that provided an opportunity to acquire a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles policies and theories of management. Experience managing budget and fiscal administration, procurement, space and facilities, human resources functions in a medium to large organization. Supervision of multiple employees performing multiple functions. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) to individuals and groups. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle personnel matters with tact, directness, fairness, and sensitivity. Experience that demonstrates strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and organizational leadership skills. Experience in proposing and implementing innovative solutions to facilitate organizational change. Ability to develop and promote a strategic course for an organization. A thorough understanding of using a variety of office equipment and applications, such as word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets and presentation (Microsoft Office), automated case management systems, automated human resources management and financial systems. Ability to balance the demands of varying workload responsibilities and deadlines. Documented track record of tangible success in the oversight and management of projects. A demonstrated commitment to developing a supportive and harmonious team environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Federal or state court administration experience. Federal government experience. Ten (10) plus years of the management of administrative services (budget and finance, procurement, and human resources) experience. In addition, supervision of employees in these roles. Emergency management experience. Experience managing multiple facilities in different geographic locations. Experience managing and leading staff members who work remotely. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Benefits Review our benefits