Court Administrator

Court Administrator

Salary

$101,506.00 Annually

Location

Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

202300749

Department

PROBATE COURT

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Description

Join the Probate Court team as the Court Administrator!

Were seeking a highly experienced and dedicated professional to plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative and fiscal operations of the Probate Court. This key leadership role involves overseeing personnel management, budget administration, case management accountability, and coordinating court operations to ensure efficiency and compliance. If you have a Bachelors Degree and at least five years of related court and supervisory experience, and are ready to take on a pivotal role, we encourage you to apply.

Examples of Duties

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the administrative operations of Probate Court to ensure effective and efficient court operations, including interpreting and applying departmental or office rules, policies, and regulations in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
• Oversees the personnel management functions, including administering wage and salary systems, recruiting, selecting, training, developing, evaluating, and counseling non-judicial staff.
• Oversees accountability efforts by (1) utilizing the tools and information available in the Court's case management system, (2) developing tracking and notification systems to enable timely reviews and efficient use of accountability hearings, (3) reviewing financial reports to make recommendations to the Judicial Staff, and (4) developing training for and assigning accountability tasks to appropriate team members.
• Supervises and coordinates the work of all court personnel, including creating strategic work plans to ensure efficient court operation.
• Supervises and trains Probate Court staff, assists staff with complex/problem situations, provides technical expertise, and ensures proper compliance with established policies and procedures.
• In coordination with the Probate Judge or other designated staff, supervises financial transactions of the court, including deposits, payments to vendors, entry and maintenance of financial records, custodial accounts and all other records, and the preparation of financial records for internal and external audit.
• Manages the fiscal administrative functions of the Court, including budget preparation and administration, purchasing, payroll, and financial control functions.
• Receives, prepares, maintains, and updates Index Pleadings, supervises the entry of pleadings into the computer, assigns file numbers, ensures that pleadings are correctly docketed and placed in file, and conducts cross checking to ensure accuracy.
• Prepares, completes, and manages a variety of court documents including docket reports, court calendars, financial reports, and other documents.
• Serves as a liaison between the Court and other Courts, departments, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and the public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Sociology, or a closely related field, and
• At least five (5) years of Court Clerk experience, including considerable related supervisory experience; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS

Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire.

Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.

HEALTH - Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.

VISION - The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.

DENTAL - Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER - Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.

RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.

LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.

WELLNESS PROGRAM - Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS - Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.

HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF - Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, Sociology, or a closely related field?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have at least five (5) years of Court Clerk experience, including considerable related supervisory experience, documented on your application?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

Employer Chatham County Government

Address 123 Abercorn St

Savannah, Georgia, 31401

Phone 912-652-7964

Website https://chathamcountyga.gov