Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts

Are you interested in a leadership position within a growing court services organization that directly oversees the creation, implementation, and monitoring of budgets for the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and AOC? Do you want to help drive the financial strategy and ensure the fiscal health of Washington State's judicial branch? If so, the Washington Administrative Office of the Courts is looking for you to fill our role as the Associate Director - Comptroller. The Financial Services Division is a dynamic sub division of the Administrative Office of the Courts where you would advise and partner with the Chief Financial & Management Officer on necessary changes and improvements to business processes, and spearhead the implementation of new policies, processes, and procedures. As a key member of the AOC Leadership Team, you would collaborate with staff at all levels, providing strategic recommendations to executive management, judges, and court personnel regarding the services offered by the AOC Management Services Division. The AOC is a people-centered service organization focused on its organizational values of Integrity, Inclusion, Accountability, and Teamwork. With over 400 employees, a FY 23-25 operating budget of $345 million, and an expanding book of business, the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts is looking for a credible, creative, and compassionate leader to help Financial Services and its professional staff navigate the path forward. For more information or to apply, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/gAmcfEYx ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS CAREERS

The Administrative Office of the Courts had several new job opportunities posted last week. For more information about these positions, to review the job description, inquire about benefits, or to apply, please click below: Senior Contract Specialist - IT - https://lnkd.in/gZ_gQ9ns OPG Program Specialist - https://lnkd.in/g5msRfPr Senior Software Developer - https://lnkd.in/gYvUNXTe Judicial Administrative Assistant - https://lnkd.in/g-_GUwcY #courts #administrative #court #careers #jobopportunities ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS CAREERSgovernmentjobs.com

“The right to a jury trial is a fundamental constitutional right, essential to our system of justice and our democracy. This new video will help prospective jurors understand the importance of jury service as a civic responsibility, and show them how our system of justice works." -King County Superior Court Judge Michael Scott The first new Juror Orientation Video for Washington Courts since 2005 has been produced by the Washington Pattern Jury Instructions Committee. The 21-minute video features an updated script, added definitions, professionally produced graphics and jury scenes narrated by a guide who explains jury selection steps, courtroom procedures, and provides examples of how unconscious bias works. The much-anticipated update was driven by an inspired collaboration of front-line professionals and a subcommittee of trial practice experts to create an informative tool for jurors about courtroom best practices, and clear directions for fulfilling one's civic duty. Learn more in our press release at: https://lnkd.in/gX3mr_Rr #WashingtonCourts #CourtInnovation #JuryDuty #Jury #Judiciary #CivicDuty #JuryOrientation

The Administrative Office of the Courts had several new job opportunities posted last week. For more information about these positions, to review the job description, inquire about benefits, or to apply, please click below: Human Resource Specialist - https://lnkd.in/g3V9RhdF Blake Refund - Business Analyst - https://lnkd.in/g84zNy8n Senior Business Analyst - https://lnkd.in/gVSqFuFZ Associate Director / Comptroller - https://lnkd.in/gbRmwnVY Senior Court Program Analyst - https://lnkd.in/gkvbdK-C Equity & Access Program Supervisor - https://lnkd.in/gwXvqQ6U #courts #administrative #court #careers #jobopportunities ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS CAREERSgovernmentjobs.com

What kind of help do survivors of gender-based violence need from community services and legal providers? What financial resources can be used to help pay for this help? How can access to assistance be standardized and expanded? These questions were asked by state lawmakers, and a work group of the Washington Supreme Court Gender and Justice Commission (GJC) answered. The GJC this week submitted a report to the Legislature with the answers and recommendations they developed over a year of work. Additionally, the GJC developed a database of available services in Washington state, searchable by type of service needed, by county and by tribal nation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gRxqK9nV Database of services: https://lnkd.in/gBUBi_vH #communityservices #washingtoncourts #courtinnovation #washingtonstate

The latest episode of AOC’s official podcast, “Washington Courts Report” is now live! In this edition, host Patric Haerle discusses the Board for Judicial Administration with BJA Co-chair and Pierce County Superior Court Judge Alicia Burton. Topics of conversation include the BJA’s role within Washington’s court system, the process through which the BJA develops court policy, differences between the BJA and other judicial associations, and the current goals and priorities for the Board. Keep an eye out for new podcast episodes releasing monthly by subscribing to the Washington Courts YouTube page or by following Washington Courts Report on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. #washingtoncourts #judicialnews #podcast #courtfacilitator #courts Pierce County

“The work being done in Washington State is groundbreaking and has positioned us as a frontrunner for jury diversity efforts in the nation.” In this fall edition of Full Court Press newsletter, we’re exploring the innovative work in jury reform statewide. Learn about the expansive new jury data that is informing jury diversity projects, and a pilot program in Pierce County that increases juror pay from $10/day to $100/day to measure the impacts of higher pay on participation and diversity. Hear about the new juror orientation video by the Washington Pattern Jury Instruction Committee that includes addresses implicit bias. Take a historic look at the evolution of civil legal justice in Washington, including a spotlight on Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid which remains one of the only state judicial branch agencies in the U.S. dedicated to funding civil legal aid. This edition also contains reports on proposed changes to court rules involving indigent defense standards and how to submit comments; the key topics of discussion at the Better Together Leadership Summit; the launch of a new Washington Courts Report monthly podcast; key findings regarding sentencing harms and reforms from the Minority and Justice Commission’s June symposium; how AOC’s Office of Legal Services and Appellate Court Support helps courts and serves as a legal compass; training sessions underway for the CLJ-CMS project… and much more!   Full Court Press Vol 3 2024: https://lnkd.in/gzn9aUGG #judiciary #washingtonstate #law #washingtoncourts #judicialnews

Washington's first Blake Drug Possession Relief Day, where those with Blake-related simple drug possession convictions can apply for financial and record-clearing relief, is set for October 4, 2024 at the Snohomish County Courthouse. A collaboration of judicial organizations, local courts, public defenders, prosecutors, judges, impacted individuals, advocacy groups and support agencies will be available from 1-4 p.m. to help attendees determine if their convictions qualify for relief under the "State v. Blake" Washington Supreme Court ruling. If someone has qualifying convictions, legal aid groups will manage the vacate and refund process on their behalf. In 2021, the Washington Supreme Court found Washington statutes criminalizing drug possession were unconstitutional because they did not require intent or knowledge of possession – a due process violation of both state and federal constitutions. As a result of this decision, known as "State v. Blake," any related convictions can be vacated and any court fines or fees paid qualify for financial reimbursement. Learn more in our press release at https://lnkd.in/gXyf8u4V #statevblake #washingtoncourts Snohomish County, WA #snohomish #reliefday #blakereliefday

The Administrative Office of the Courts had a new job opportunity posted this week. For more information about this position, to review the job description, inquire about benefits, or to apply, please click below: Business Analyst CLJ-CMS - https://lnkd.in/gzyRRc6b #courts #administrative #court #careers #jobopportunities Job Opportunities | Sorted by Job Title ascending | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS CAREERS (governmentjobs.com) ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS CAREERS

“The Mockingbird Summit gives our commissioners a unique chance to support creative ideas and solutions that come directly from the voices of experience, the youth themselves. Building strong advocacy skills in our young people benefits our communities for years to come.” -Washington State Supreme Court Justice Barbara Madsen Recently, young people who have experienced foster care or homelessness in Washington State gathered for the 2024 Mockingbird Youth Leadership Summit. The Summit brings these young advocates together to learn from each other, talk about the major problems faced by youth in or transitioning from foster care or who find themselves homeless, and develop ideas for programs or laws to help these struggling populations. On day two of the Summit, regional chapters of youth presented their ideas to the Washington State Supreme Court Commission on Children in Foster Care — co-chaired by Washington Supreme Court Justice Barbara Madsen — and the Office of Homeless Youth Prevention and Protections Programs Advisory Committee. This important annual gathering provides insight and guidance from youth to organizations and leaders trying to develop solutions. The Administrative Office of the Courts Family and Youth Justice Programs is a sponsor. We appreciate the courage and thoughtfulness of the young people who joined this event to help make things better. “I love and would always stand with Jim Theofelis, Mockingbird Society founder, and alongside one of the pillars of Washington State Office of Public Defense, Amelia Watson. This event is one of the most inspirational gatherings I have had the honor experiencing. Truly hearing the lived expertise of living through the systems of this state from the experts themselves is the best means to gauge the impacts and traumas of our generations and where we need to make changes moving forward. This event is such a gift to us as a Supreme Court Commission and we will be having conversations and plans around what we can do next.” -Supreme Court Commission member Tonia McClanahan To learn more about the Mockingbird Society, visit their web page at https://lnkd.in/g6hwjVr4. Pictured below: 📸 Top: Youth participant group photo by The Mockingbird Society L to R: Commission member Tonia McClanahan (L), Jim Theofelis, founder of The Mockingbird Society, and Amelia Watson, Supervising Attorney of the Parent Representation Program at the Washington State Office of Public Defense; Commission member Senator Claire Wilson asking a question of Mockingbird youth participants; Justice Madsen providing closing remarks. #youth #youthleaders #youthengagement #courtinnovation #washingtoncourts #fostercare #homelessness #solutions