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JOB TITLE:
Director, Forensic Science and Artificial Intelligence – Manager III

JOB #:
2882

DIVISION:
Court Services

HIRING SALARY:
$81,000.00 - $105,000.00 annualized, DOE

CLOSING DATE:
All positions are open until filled.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM:
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will direct and manage staff and operations of the Supreme Court of Arizona’s Center for Forensic Science and Artificial Intelligence and develop related programs, projects and policies which enhance the quality of justice in Arizona’s courts. 

This position will develop strategic partnerships with academic institutions, justice agencies, the courts and the state bar, pursue and administers program grants and funds; designs and implements fund program initiatives; performs budget planning and administration. Direct, develop, implement and evaluate forensic science, forensic psychology, mental health, and artificial intelligence-related Supreme Court projects and system improvement efforts. Additionally, this position will create and provide provides training for staff, court personnel and members of the legal community, direct the collection, analysis and reporting of court statistical information, monitor and analyzes state and federal legislation affecting Arizona’s courts, as well as direct the development, implementation, evaluation and revisions of administrative orders, court rules, policies and procedures, guidelines and forms.

This position may also provide administrative support, event planning, and event oversight, lead staff in problem-solving, team building, research and planning, and perform personnel administration and supervision, including staff hiring, supervision, development, training, and performance evaluation.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid-telework schedule once the employee has completed three (3) months of employment and has sufficiently proved their ability to perform assigned tasks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in public administration, criminal justice, social science or a related field. Seven years of progressive management performance and skills in leading court projects, personnel, team building and customer service. Directly related experience may substitute for the degree.

This position requires demonstrated performance history in planning, directing, organizing, managing and coordinating multiple projects and personnel simultaneously with timely results, understanding and interpreting legislation, rules, administrative orders, court policies and procedures, and dealing with court administration functions and subject areas (e.g. case and records management, court accounting, family law). This position also requires skill sin clear, direct, and consistent communication.

The preferred candidate will have an advanced degree in law, forensic science, forensic psychology, or artificial intelligence.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include computer testing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proofreading, typing, etc.) and first and/or second round panel interviews. This is a Regular, Full-time, Exempt level position.

BENEFITS:

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

RETIREMENT:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer