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The District of Columbia Courts are comprised of the Court of Appeals, the Superior Court and the Court System. The Executive Officer serves at the pleasure of the Chief Judges and the Joint Committee on Judicial Administration of the District of Columbia Courts. The Executive Officer is responsible for the administration and management of the District of Columbia Courts. Directly supervises the Deputy Executive Officer and the Clerks of the Court.
11/15/2023 to 01/08/2024
$232,600 - $232,600 per year
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Yes—DC Courts places a strong emphasis on fostering in-person collaboration and communication, all while acknowledging the significance of work-life balance and flexibility. While the primary expectation for the Executive Officer is on-site, limited telework flexibility is available.
Occasional travel - There will be travel to conferences, meetings and trainings.
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Permanent
Full-time - Excepted Service
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EO-2024-0003
760826100
United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the U.S.
Essential Duties:
Must be a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia or become one within 180 days of appointment.
To qualify for this position, the following must be submitted:
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (copy of college degree or college transcript from an accredited college or university)
4. Responses to Court Executive Service Core Qualifications (CESCQ)
Must be a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia or become one within 180 days of appointment.
A Master’s degree in business, public administration, judicial administration or a related field or a law degree. A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible administrative and management experience.
To qualify you must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Court Executive Service Core Qualifications (CESCQ) listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the SES/CES level in the federal/DC Court service or its equivalent in the public/private sector. Candidates must possess senior level management and technical experience. Candidates experience must have been at a high level of difficulty to show clearly that the candidate possesses the professional and technical, as well as program knowledge, skills, and abilities outlines under the five CESCQ. Failure to meet the basic qualification and address the CESCQ factors automatically disqualifies an applicant.
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: http://ope.ed.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: https://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
All required information must be received by the closing date.
Virtual interviews will be scheduled January 23, 2024 - February 9, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates should they be invited to participate.
To learn more about DC Courts and the Court Executive Officer position, please visit: https://www.dccourts.gov/sites/default/files/EO_Executive_Search_Brochure_2023.pdf
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.
Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered.
To qualify for this position, the following must be submitted:
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (copy of college transcript OR copy of college degree from an accredited college or university)
4. Responses to Court Executive Service Core Qualifications (CESCQ)
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire.
COURT EXECUTIVE SERVICE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (CESCQ): All applicants must submit written statements. Your narrative response must not exceed three (3) pages per CESCQ and needs to include at least (2) examples per CESCQ. The CESCQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of CES positions.
You must address each CESCQ separately. You are required to respond to all CESCQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ‘ineligible’. Each response should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions.
CESCQ 1 LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. (Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision).
CESCQ 2 LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. (Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Team Building, Developing Others).
CESCQ 3 RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. (Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility).
CESCQ 4 BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. (Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management).
CESCQ 5 BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Courts, Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. (Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating).
The Court Executive Service Core Qualifications are supported by the Court values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect and Transparency.
Click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/760826100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Are you a seasoned executive who aspires to make the Courts “Open to All, Trusted by All with Justice for All” and embodies the core values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency? If so, the District of Columbia Courts, comprised of the Court of Appeals, the Superior Court and the Court System, seek a dynamic individual to serve as our Court Executive Officer, a pivotal role responsible for leading and promoting the efficient and effective administration of court operations. The Executive Officer serves at the pleasure of the Chief Judges and the Joint Committee on Judicial Administration of the District of Columbia Courts.
The Court Executive Officer, plays a crucial role in enhancing court operations, addressing emerging trends and challenges, and fostering a culture of excellence within our judicial system. You will serve as the court administrator and manager for the daily operations of the D.C. Courts, providing leadership and guidance for court employees to excel in their roles. Additionally, you will collaborate with external stakeholders, including the legal and social service communities, and national organizations, contributing to the ongoing improvement of our justice system.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for enhancing the administration of justice and upholding our Court's values, we invite you to join us in this impactful role as our Executive Officer.
