Court Operations Legal Analyst

Position Title: Court Operations Legal Analyst

Effective Date: May 2024

Salary Grade/Range: Pay Grade 16 - $65,706 - $97,311

FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional

EEO Category: Professional

General Position Summary:

The Court Operations Legal Analyst provides legal analysis and support for the Court Management Division and for the Administrative Office of the Courts. The position works independently under the direction of the Director of Court Management.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

(The examples provided do not cover all of the duties which the incumbent of this position may be required to perform.)

• Facilitates and drafts the annual Legislative Report, which summarizes relevant legislative changes and their effects on court rules, forms, and processes;
• Provides electronic filing and service guidance/training with a focus on compliance with court rule and best practice;
• Analyzes state statutes and local ordinances and drafts proposed configuration for the offense code table in the case management system (CMS);
• Analyzes proposed amendments to court forms for legal accuracy and process efficiency;
• Consults with Legal Counsel and Staff Attorney regarding various legal issues to find solutions to problems and when necessary to effectuate change in process, statute, or rules;
• Conducts legal research and makes recommendations via written memoranda regarding rule, statute, or form changes as needed;
• Assists with policy development, analysis, and research regarding the state court system;
• Works closely with the Mandatory Forms Committee, Court Assistance Office Committee, Language Access Committee, and other committees as necessary to update and maintain court forms, instructions, and processes;
• Drafts proposed rules, orders, and statutes;
• Advises the Court Operations Department on CMS process documentation, document security configuration, and rights and roles;
• Advises the Court Operations Department on the iCourt Portal and extended access; and
• Provides training to court staff regarding court forms, processes, and rules.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Judicial Branch reserves the right to consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the major responsibilities of the position.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited law school is required;
• Minimum of five years of legal experience after law school;
• Active member of the Idaho State Bar.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Idaho Court system;
• Knowledge of Idaho Court Rules and statutes relevant to the courts;
• Knowledge of state and local government/legislative/political systems and processes;
• Knowledge of problem-solving courts;
• Knowledge of and familiarity with computer-assisted legal research;
• Knowledge of court case management systems preferred;
• Skill in assisting a variety of individuals to understand complex processes and procedures;
• Skill in using software including but not limited to Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
• Ability to review, interpret, and apply Idaho statutes, court rules, policies, and procedures;
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment;
• Ability to express ideas and communicate suggestions and recommendations clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to prepare written memoranda quickly and accurately;
• Ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships with judges, members of the legal community, the legislature, court staff, state agencies, and others;
• Ability to analyze complex issues and develop feasible solutions;
• Ability to work independently with very little direction and prioritize and manage time well;
• Ability to organize work in order to meet deadlines of multiple projects and achieve desired work results;
• Ability to negotiate and generate alternative options for problem solution, and develop consensus solutions or plans among competing stakeholders; and
• Ability to conduct program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.

The Idaho Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other applicable legally protected status. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need accommodation for applying or interviewing, please notify Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,706.00 - $97,311.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boise, ID 83702

Salary : $16,000 - $65,706