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Posting Date 01/02/26 Application Deadline 01/05/26 Pay Range Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max $73,000.00 - $83,652.00 - $94,250.00 - $115,500.00 The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $73,000.00 to $83,652.00. This position is exempt under the FLSA. Job Type Unclassified - Judicial Department Superior Court About the Position About The Position: The Centralized Services Manager maintains extensive business knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the activities of the Warehouse, Copy/Print Services, and the financial activities of the Judicial Branch. Charged with overseeing personnel and operational execution across these domains, the Manager assumes responsibility for orchestrating the functionality of the Warehouse, Copy/Print services, and designated financial personnel. This entails delving into detailed analysis, conducting thorough research, and delivering insightful reports, alongside spearheading initiatives aimed at enhancing cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency to support Centralized Services and Judicial Branch Finance. About The Superior Court: The Superior Court of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidenced-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law...every person, every day, every time. We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety. Position Qualifications We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Public Administration, Data Science, or a closely related field Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one (1) of which must include professional analytical experience in business, public administration, budget, or finance. OR Combined education and experience qualifications: Other combinations of post-secondary education and advanced finance experience may be considered in substitution for education or experience on a year-for-year basis. Required professional analytical experience is not substitutable. Our Preferred Candidate has: Experience in Administration, Finance, or Budget in Maricopa County, Judicial Branch in Maricopa County, or a related justice system agency Experience supervising staff Experience in the following software: Microsoft Power BI Experience; SQL Reporting Services and/or Microsoft Access Experience; Workflow/Logistics Management Software Experience; Business Objects Reporting Software; InfoAdvantage Business Objects; and CGI Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of: Research methods, data analysis, and reporting techniques Principles and practices of budget development and management in the public sector Principles and practices of governmental accounting and reporting Extensive knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software Fundamentals of workflow and data management systems Skill in: Fostering effective working relationships with staff Conflict resolution and performance management Microsoft Office products; Excel – expert level required Troubleshooting, automating, and improving functionality and reuse of software solutions Planning, organization, and process improvement techniques and principles Strong analytical skills Strong attention to detail Personal initiative and self-directed learning Ability to: Research and analyze complex data Prepare reports, charts, and accompanying memoranda for variety of projects Manage a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment Think critically and independently to identify problems and develop solutions Clearly communicate both verbally and in writing Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships Identify and integrate technology solutions to improve business operations Configure and/or manage off-the-shelf/hosted software solutions of moderate complexity Essential Job Tasks (This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.) Leads transitional efforts that affect any or all units in the finance department. Designated problem solver for issues in the department. Administrator and point of contact for complex software in the finance department and the Judicial Branch (PowerAutomate, Microsoft Access, ServiceNow). Conducts professional level research, analysis, planning, development, and implements departmental projects typically in one or more of the following areas: technology/business integration, strategic planning, departmental programs, financial operations, policies, and/or procedures Manages customer-focused operations of the Warehouse and Copy/Print Services and related functions for the Judicial Branch. Oversees operations to ensure timely and high-quality services that are critical to daily functioning of the Judicial Branch. Oversees and manages daily operations of the Warehouse which includes, procurement of inventory, receiving inventory, documentation, delivery, and auditing. Ensures on-site inventory details are maintained at all times and oversees annual audit of inventory and dollar value. Manages, coordinates, supervises, and provides leadership to staff including interviewing/selecting employees; coordinating and assigning work; establishing performance measures, goals, objectives, and priorities; evaluating work performance; providing feedback, direction and guidance; and keeping staff informed of new or revised information. Develops and implements high-level projects and goals using independent judgement. Develops process improvements to streamline and improve efficiencies including the use of technology resources to manage inventory and improved security protocols for receiving and returning inventory. Measures and analyzes business needs and evaluates service results to make recommendations for operational improvements and resolves complex and potentially sensitive work issues. Establishes policies and operating procedures. Ensures compliance with procedures for staff using heavy equipment and chemicals to maintain a safe working environment and to acquire and maintain required safety certifications. Oversees the production of legally significant forms for use throughout the Judicial Branch. Oversee and/or manage special projects, as assigned, prepare comprehensive reports, and provide recommendations to department management. Ensure, as directed, that departments’ funding allocations are spent appropriately and reported accurately in accordance with all grant, County, and department criteria, policies and procedures. Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports for departments’ General Fund, Detention Fund, grants, and special revenue accounts, as directed. Support Financial Operations department. Provide training and/or direct the work of assigned staff and less senior employees. May also participate in other financial functions as needed. Representative duties may include, but are not limited to: Analyze and review departments’ monthly expenditures to budget and advise the Director and/or Managers in the Financial Operations Unit, as well as the appropriate department managers of possible corrective actions. Assist with the offline forecasting processes and data entry of revenue and expenditure projections into the Performance Budgeting system. Assist with the Judicial Branch annual budget preparation, to include data entry into the Performance Budgeting system, for the departments’ General Fund, Detention Fund, Probation Fees accounts, grants, and special revenue accounts. Assist with audit and audit tracking activities. Assist with procurement related activities. Review and approve payments through CGI Advantage. Working conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to communicate clearly, perceive details of objects that are close by, and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, such as sitting, standing, or walking. The job may involve using hands for tasks such as typing, handling objects, or operating tools, as well as reaching with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee may be required to move or lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Selection Procedure - Maricopa County The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources. All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices. Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Apply Now! Attention Current Maricopa County Employees: As of 1/1/2022, the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County formalized itself as a separate entity and employer from Maricopa County. To learn more about how that may affect you please click here. Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances. All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant. Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department. The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Apply Now!