Court Operations Legal Analyst

Position Title:                   Court Operations Legal Analyst                                   

Effective Date:                October 2025                              

Salary Grade/Range:  Grade 17/ $93,200 -$105,000

FLSA Status:                    Exempt - Professional    

EEO Job Category:      Professional

General Position Summary:

The Court Operations Legal Analyst role is a unique and indispensable position that works closely with the Idaho Supreme Court, advising and supporting it in its role of administering and supervising the trial courts of Idaho and shaping how law is practiced in this state.  This position works independently under the direction of the Principal Manager, Court Access and Operations and works closely with justices, judges, division directors, trial court administrators, elected clerks, committees and members of the Idaho State Bar.

How We Work:

The Administrative Office of the Courts is committed to supporting the mission of the Idaho Courts using an agile approach that aligns strategy, work, and capacity. This approach empowers our employees to respond quickly and efficiently to meet the needs of our customers: citizens, courts, judges, employees, and other stakeholders. We believe in continual improvement of our services and products to better serve and support our customers and the evolving environment. Courts employees are future-focused, take initiative, and are personally responsible for work delivery and professional growth. Our leaders are committed to professional development and growth of employees by empowering and supporting motivated individuals; providing clarity and focus for projects; giving those individuals the environment and support they need; and fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, learning, trust, and shared accountability.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: (The examples provided do not cover all of the duties which the incumbent of this position may be required to perform.)

• Leads a cross-divisional team within the Administrative Office of the Court to draft the annual Legislative Report, which summarizes relevant legislative changes and their effects on court rules, forms, and processes;
• Leads training efforts related to electronic filing and service guidance/training to court staff and litigants with a focus on compliance with court rule and best practice;
• Analyzes state statutes and local ordinances and drafts proposed configuration for the offense code table in the case management system (CMS);
• Analyzes proposed amendments to court forms for legal accuracy and process efficiency;
• Consults with Legal Counsel and Staff Attorney regarding various legal issues to find solutions to problems and when necessary to effectuate change in process, statute, or rules;
• Conducts legal research and makes recommendations via written memoranda regarding rule, statute, or form changes as needed; 
• Analyzes court rules for consistency and potential amendment;
• Assists with policy development, analysis, and research regarding the state court system;
• Works closely with the Mandatory Forms Committee, Court Assistance Office Committee, Language Access Committee, and other committees as necessary to update and maintain court forms, instructions, and processes;
• Drafts proposed rules, orders, and statutes;
• Advises the Court Operations Department on CMS process documentation, document security configuration, and rights and roles;
• Advises the Court Operations Department on the iCourt Portal and extended access; 
• Provides training to court staff regarding court forms, processes, and rules; 
• Performs other duties as directed. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

The Idaho Courts reserve the right to consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the major responsibilities of the position.

Education and Experience

• Possession of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; 
• Three to seven years of experience working as a lawyer.  Preference may be given to candidates with prior trial court experience and other precise legal writing skills including drafting statutes, rules, and policies;
• Active member of the Idaho State Bar. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Idaho Court system, including court processes, jurisdiction, administration, rules and procedures;
• Knowledge of legal principles and their application;
• Knowledge of Idaho Court Rules and statutes relevant to the courts;
• Knowledge of state and local government/legislative/political systems and processes;
• Knowledge of and familiarity with computer-assisted legal research;
• Knowledge of court case management systems preferred;
• Skill in conducting legal research and analysis;
• Skill in assisting a variety of individuals to understand complex processes and procedures;
• Skill in using software including but not limited to Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
• Ability to review, interpret, and apply Idaho statutes, court rules, policies, and procedures; 
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment;
• Ability to express ideas and communicate suggestions and recommendations clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to prepare written memoranda quickly and accurately;
• Ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships with judges, members of the legal community, the legislature, court staff, state agencies, and others;
• Ability to analyze complex issues and develop feasible solutions;
• Ability to work independently with very little direction and prioritize and manage time well; 
• Ability to organize work in order to meet deadlines of multiple projects and achieve desired work results;
• Ability to negotiate and generate alternative options for problem solution, and develop consensus solutions or plans among competing stakeholders; and
• Ability to conduct program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.

The Idaho Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other applicable legally protected status. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need accommodation for applying or interviewing, please notify human resources.