IT/Special Projects Administrator, Court Administration
Salary
$67,304.00 - $89,178.00 Annually
Location
Cumming, GA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03622
Department
Court Administration
Opening Date
06/22/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Information
The purpose of this position is to work on and manage all IT/Special Project development, deployment, and support for information systems and office operations. Includes support of case management systems, , electronic (e-filing) systems, accounting systems, security of electronic records and record retention, local computer hardware/software, payment systems, and online services for Superior Court, State Court, and Juvenile Court. Includes support and direction of court employees in the use of software. This position reports to the Circuit Court Administrator and acts as a key member of Court Administration's management staff.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Coordinates daily work activities; organizes priorities; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
Designs, supervises, directs, evaluates, and supports all technological projects and processes; conducts all court technology-related training; attends all State of Georgia training related to the Superior Court Council, State Court Council, and Juvenile Court Council, the Georgia Crime Information Center, the Georgia Department of Driver Services, applicable court systems, state agencies, partner organizations, and vendor training programs. Stays abreast of proposed and current legislation related to the same.
Acts as liaison with the IST department regarding installation, configuration, and maintenance of the office information systems, including server, back-ups, and other components. In conjunction with the IST department, maintains, configures, and upgrades servers, reviews plans, and implements upgrades and changes needed for operation of office information system to ensure compatibility with county network components. Acts as liaison with IST counterparts at external agencies, including but not limited to the Sheriff's Office, to coordinate resolution of technical issues, data sharing, and system integration affecting court operations.
Coordinates and assists IST in the purchasing of computer systems and components for the Court's information systems; acts as Court Administration liaison making recommendations regarding hardware/software purchases and usage; coordinates with IST regarding communication with vendors regarding products, pricing, and availability; provides input regarding the final approval and placing of orders.
Communicates with hardware/software service representatives and technical support representatives; provides information concerning operational and/or mechanical problems as appropriate.
Responsible for the operational and functional technical aspects of the Justice Enterprise Case Management System, Tyler e-file, ResearchGA, and related technology systems and ensuring all laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed. Responsible for supporting the use, security, and management of court data and files in coordination with the Clerk of Courts and other appropriate entities.
Responsible for the presentation and functionality of Court Administration's internet presence, online legal documents, docket information, informative information, and links to other offices and agencies.
Responsible for communications, updates, and fixes for data information shared and reported by State agencies, courts, and other appropriate entities. Additionally acts as liaison and primary contact with these entities.
Establishes, maintains, and monitors appropriate security measures for all court, warrant, and accounting systems. Helps develop, monitor, and improve internal control measures and sensitive information.
Consults with the Circuit Court Administrator, judges, and other officials to review office technical operations/activities, review/resolve problems, give advice/direction, and provide recommendations.
Serves as a key member of the Emergency Response Team; coordinates and responds to emergencies affecting the electronic integrity and security of the electronic data files the courts.
Identifies new processes and alternatives to resolve problems or improve/enhance operations; evaluates performance of systems and programming to meet growing needs of the courts. Attends meetings, serves on committees, and makes presentations as needed. Compiles and/or monitors various statistical data; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; summarizes data and prepares reports. Designs, implements, and maintains new technologies to ensure the efficiency of the courts such as e-filing, payment kiosks, public information terminals, provides assistance and input relating to office document imaging and management systems.Ensures office compliance with all applicable Georgia codes, laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include copying and other documents, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field from an accredited institution; Supplemented by six (6) years of experience and/or training in network administration, court administration, court based case management programs, system analysis, basic programming, systems administration, technical support, project management, and supervision; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
BENEFITS PROVIDED BY FORSYTH COUNTY TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:
Personal Leave Accrual
Personal leave shall be accrued as follows:
0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15+Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period
Observed Holidays
New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).
Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.
Dental Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:
Vision Insurance
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.
Disability Insurance - Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.
Short Term Disability - 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.
Long Term Disability - 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).
Additional Life Insurance and AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.
Retirement Plan (401K)
Fully vested at five years of employment - 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.
Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That's a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.
Years One through Five
Forsyth County "seeds" your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.
Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic "seed" contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.
After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to "seed" your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field?
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Do you have at least six (6) years of experience and/or training in network administration, court administration, court based case management programs, system analysis, basic programming, systems administration, technical support, project management, and supervision?
Required Question
Employer Forsyth County
Address 110 East Main Street
Suite 230
Cumming, Georgia, 30040
Phone (770) 781-3088
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/forsyth/default.cfm