Salary : $84,984.00 - $111,504.00 Annually
Location : Olympia, WA
Job Type: .REGULAR: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: Division: Administrative Services Division
Department: Judicial & Legislative Relations - Court Association Support (A62)
Opening Date: 07/31/2025
Closing Date: 8/21/ :59 PM Pacific
Position Profile Interested in supporting a dynamic group of superior court judges who are working to improve the administration of justice? The Court Association Coordinator will be uniquely positioned to help the Superior Court Judges' Association (SCJA) work towards increasing equity and access to justice for all Washingtonians. Learn more about this amazing opportunity below!
Program Area Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Prepare for staff regular meetings
- Draft letters and memoranda
- Analyze pending legislation for court impact
- Analyze pending court rules for court impact
- Perform legal research
- Attend two annual conferences
- Assist with and attend Judicial College and other Judicial Education Conferences as needed
- Plan and execute SCJA committee and Board retreats
- Perform follow-up and tasks requested by Board members
- Staff SCJA committees and Board of Trustees
- Prepare budget packets
Reporting to the Court Program Supervisor for the Office of Judicial and Legislative Relations, this position is an expert-level professional that works independently with minimal guidance and supervision on complex issues, research and projects within assigned areas of expertise/responsibility. Work is performed in collaboration with judicial committees, judges and court personnel, and AOC executives and staff. This position may coordinate the work of other professional and administrative staff assigned to perform work for court associations or boards.
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity Administrative Office of the Courts
Court Association Coordinator Office of Judicial and Legislative Relations
Administrative Services Division
Our Mission : Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
POSITION DETAILS Job # : Status : Regular, Full-Time Location : Olympia, Washington Salary : Range 68: $84,984 - $111,504 per year (DOQ). Opens : July 31, 2025 Closes : August 21, 2025. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven days after posting. WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to an interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment. This position requires you to be in the office at least one (1) day per week. Duties and Responsibilities Some of the duties you will perform are:
- Provides direct support services to judges, the SCJA Board of Trustees, and judicial committees; meets with committees and subcommittees to develop materials; prepares minutes, prepares draft materials for committee approval, and handles certain administrative matters as necessary.
- Collaborates with, and may coordinate the work of, other senior court program analysts, court program analysts, or administrative staff assigned to the same court associations or boards.
- Functions as an intermediary between judicial officers, court managers and staff, and the AOC for the exchange of information and the needs for judicial programs.
- Keeps AOC management apprised of projects, issues, and interests of assigned court associations or boards.
- Responsible for identification of potential problems and recommendations for solutions related to judicial programs.
- Manages inter-jurisdictional, comprehensive programs and/or complex/highly technical major projects. Completes research, assessments, and provides recommendations to the designated manager or executive level staff.
- Provides information, assessment, consultation, and recommendations to AOC, courts, and associations within major operational areas (i.e., court performance, budget development, court service delivery, judicial system policy) to achieve consistent, efficient and effective programs and operations.
- Analyzes and evaluates proposed legislation and its probable impact upon project and program goals; prepares briefs on proposed legislation.
- Prepare written reports and may give oral presentations to large groups, both internal and external.
- Performs other work as required.
Qualifications and Credentials Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political or Social Science, or similar field
AND - Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in policy, regulatory programs or enforcement, legislative analysis, court administration and/or program development, to include one (1) year or more in a supervisory or lead role and/or managing or directing groups or teams.
A law degree is preferred.
THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - Must demonstrate expert and proficient level knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
- Organization and implementation
- Washington State court programs and policies once assigned
- Possesses specific skills required to perform the identified work at the expected level of performance:
- Proficient organization and implementation skills.
- Proficient knowledge of customer and client base related to services and support provided by the AOC.
- Ability to understand and implement effective problem-solving techniques and communication skills and methods.
- Proficient knowledge of court administration concepts and techniques of effective program management.
- Possesses project management skills:
- Effectively identifies potential tasks, activities, resources, and timelines necessary to achieve a clearly stated purpose.
- Accurately assesses resources necessary to carry out plans and perceives the impact and implication of decisions made regarding resource allocations.
- Anticipates potential problems as well as opportunities and adjusts plans accordingly.
- Understands basic concepts of collaboration among multiple teams:
- Able to assess the workload of a team and adjust accordingly.
- Communicates with cohorts and management to achieve timely work products, address issues, and successfully implement programs and policies.
- Can be relied on to achieve excellent results with little need for direct oversight.
- Meets productivity standards, deadlines and work schedules.
- Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.
- Clearly understands the courts' expectations and competently balances those expectations with the expectations of AOC management. Ensures that work products meet those expectations.
Supplemental Information - The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
- Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
- This position is not overtime eligible.
The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at , or fax , or via email to
The Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. We are a team-oriented culture, and a balance of family and work-life in a wonderful community. We offer a family-friendly package of pay, benefits, paid time off, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Our compensation plan includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Retirement Plan Options
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
- Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Part-time employees will receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details about all we have to offer, visit the benefits page at
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political or Social Science, or similar field?
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Do you possess at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in policy, regulatory programs or enforcement, legislative analysis, court administration and/or program development, to include one (1) year or more in a supervisory or lead role and/or managing or directing groups or teams?
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Please describe your education and experience in regards to the qualifications of this position.
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This position requires working onsite at least one (1) day per week at the AOC office in Olympia, Washington. Are you still interested in applying for this position?
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