Administrative Specialist 2 (Finance Division)

New Jersey Courts

Salary: $52k - $86k
Location: Mount Holly, New Jersey, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Microsoft Excel
Accounts Payable
Purchasing
Fixed Asset Management

About the role

About the Department

If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $52,593.71 to $86,166.03 for Schedule A, and $52,593.71 to $81,857.73 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater. Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The Burlington Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and customer service-oriented professional to join our Finance Division as an Administrative Specialist 2. Reporting to the Court Executive 2B (Finance Division Manager) and other supervisory personnel, the successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating purchasing and fixed asset management for the vicinage. The selected candidate should demonstrate proficiency in customer service, interpersonal communication, organizational awareness, self-management, teamwork, and time management. They should have a strong commitment to total quality management, integrity, and honesty. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to contribute to the effective financial operations of the Burlington Vicinage. The ideal candidate will possess a proactive approach to problem-solving and dedication to maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

REMOTE WORK: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Position Duties

Lead the annual physical inventory process, including the tracking, reconciliation, and tagging of all fixed assets. Ensure completion of all required surplus and transfer documentation.
Coordinate the procurement of commodities and services in strict accordance with established policies and procedures.
Obtain and review vendor quotes, ensuring compliance with current contracts established by the Treasury.
Perform accounts payable functions, including preparing payment vouchers, reviewing supporting documentation, and researching and resolving billing discrepancies.
Provide guidance and support to Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Asset staff to facilitate efficient daily operations.
Compose professional correspondence, collect and analyze financial data to generate reports, and establish and maintain effective recordkeeping systems.
Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Note: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferred. Experience in asset management, purchasing, and accounts payable functions is preferred.

Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Substitution: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience on a year-for-year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Applicants who are approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply. If selected, the applicant must complete their degree no later than their start date.

Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See https://naces.org/members/)

Other Qualifications

Driver's License: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice

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