The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee’s Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee’s Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee’s Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America’s Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee’s Summit’s historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee’s Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee’s Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community. The Court Administrator, under the direction and supervision of the Municipal Court judges, oversees the daily operations of the Municipal Court, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused service delivery. This role provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and operational management in alignment with Missouri law and City policies. The Court Administrator serves as a key liaison among the judiciary, City leadership, justice system partners, and the public. Salary range: $78,249 - $97,808 JOB SCOPE: This position provides full operational oversight of the Municipal Court, including supervision of staff, management of financial resources, and authority to recommend and implement policies that ensure legal compliance and organizational effectiveness. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum five years’ experience in court administration, prosecution, juvenile court or equivalent legal related field required and Must be bondable and Certification from Missouri Association for Court Administration or attain certification within 3 years of employment required Bachelor's Degree in Administration of Justice, business management, public administration or a legal related field preferred As a court professional, you shall avoid any outside employment or business activities, that risks a conflict of interest with your official position, specifically including providing any kind of services to: Any member of the bar Any law firm or Any entity that is a party to any action before the court or which regularly appears before the court. For example, it is improper for a court employee to provide any services to any member of the bar or to investigate any matter or serve any official process or court papers NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: Extensive knowledge of criminal, traffic and infraction procedures and state, local and Supreme Court rules Comprehensive knowledge of leadership principles and practices, group dynamics, cultural diversity and ethics Thorough knowledge of legal language and legal procedures related to Municipal Court functions Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted accounting principles including principles of budgeting Considerable knowledge of general office procedures and court automation software Working knowledge of business correspondence principles, business English, principles and practices of legal filing systems and court specific record keeping requirements Proficient in office procedures, methods and use of standard office equipment Ability to lead subordinates to provide good customer service in a high-pressure environment Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to maintain accurate records and enter data accurately Ability to guide, train, direct and motivate employees Ability to organize and supervise the activities of others Must maintain confidentiality in all matters handled in the course of work The City of Lee’s Summit offers a variety of municipal career opportunities with more than 150 job classifications. Those interested in a public service career with the City of Lee’s Summit may review vacancies and obtain applications. Applications and resumes are accepted for all vacant positions. Applications/resumes may be submitted online, on or before the deadline posted. The City is fully committed to a policy of hiring without regard to sex, age, color, race, religion, national origin or disability as prescribed by federal and state laws. The City will require a post-offer background check and physical which includes a drug/alcohol screening. The City is a drug-free workplace.
