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Summary This position is located in the Court Reporting Division in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. The Deputy Director of the Court Reporting Division is responsible for managing the daily work operations of the Court Reporting Division to include exercising leadership, general authority, and direction of 40 Court Reporting Division employees. Responsibilities In the absence of the CRD Director, incumbent assumes the full responsibility of that position, to include the specific and delegated authority and latitude to make administrative and management decisions for the assigned branches and offices within prescribed parameters. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR DUTIES: Serves as key advisor to the Director in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the most accurate, up-to-date verbatim court reporting and transcription services for the DC Courts. Ensures the timely and accurate production of verbatim records of court proceedings in the DC Courts to include filings in the DC Court of Appeals. Manages the preparation and submission of monthly, annual, and special statistical reports of the CRD s activities to the Director and the Deputy Executive Officer Manages the development, evaluation, research, and accomplishment of special projects assigned by the Deputy Executive Officer. Develops and directs implementation of annual Management Action Plan (MAP) aligned to the DC Courts strategic plan, as well as tracks actual performance. Recommends and manages the execution of operational policies, practices, and procedures to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the CRD. Coordinates the development of and approves and implements internal plans, projects, procedures, and reporting. Ensures up-to-date detailed written manuals and guidelines are maintained for the CRD. Prepares and submits the CRD s annual operating budget to the CRD Director for approval. Monitors actual performance/expenditures for the CRD against the approved divisional budget. Manages the work activities of employees within the CRD, including approving individual performance plans/contracts, conducting performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary actions and terminations to the Director of CRD. Recommends candidates for filling all vacant non-judicial positions, within the CRD. Facilitates employee development and retention in consultation with the Human Resources and Center for Education Training divisions through utilization of DC Courts retention, recognition, and training programs. Ensures compliance with DC Courts human resource policies and procedures in consultation with the Director of CRD and the Deputy Executive Officer. Interacts with judges, attorneys, stakeholders, and members of the public on a routine basis. Develops and maintains a division level Continuity of Operations Plan consistent with the DC Courts plan. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. Requirements Conditions of Employment This position is an Excepted Service appointment. Background and security investigation are required. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree) 4. List of three (3) professional references All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor s degree with six (6) years of management experience with at least three (3) years of experience as a senior level manager leading and/or managing a court reporting division, freelance firm, or transcription services provider; or ten (10) years of management experience with at least three (3) years of experience as a senior level manager leading and/or managing a court reporting division, freelance firm, or transcription services provider. Ability to bring about strategic change, to meet organizational goals, establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals; and to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts Knowledge of pertinent laws pertaining to Court administration and operations Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: d.gov/accreditation/. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: d.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional Information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.