director of human resources

law clerk

assistant

paralegal

human resources business partner

Colorado Judicial Branch

The main reason I left my position was due to relocation. Otherwise, I would have stayed until retirement. The job itself is great if you have a good judge. Most of the judges in Denver are exceptional to work with. Of course, there are a couple who are a bit more challenging, but overall, it's a fantastic place to work. Fairly fast paced with a variety of tasks throughout the day, making each day a different and interesting. On the whole, the other employees are fantastic. Generous PTO and great benefits. The major downsides are: parking is a huge pain and costs $150-$200 per month (not reimbursed - ugh!), stepping over bodies of people who have overdosed, and being harassed by vagrants, criminals and addicts when you are attempting to get to and from the building. Fair warning - Denver has some very serious challenges with drugs, gangs, and violence. It can be a bit scary, even in the broad daylight. You will likely be followed and/or harassed trying to get to and from the building, especially if you are a female.  Pay is low for how absurdly expensive it is to live in/around Denver. Pay is once per month.

Interview individuals coming out of court from financial affidavits to determine if they qualify for a payment schedule on court ordered assessments based on pre-determined guidelines. Establish payment schedules for those who qualify, enter that information and any personal financial information ( social security number, employer, bank account information ) into judicial case database.
Correlate any cases owed in my court with money owed in other jurisdictions. Monitor cases for compliance and inititate enforcement action ( garnishments on income or bank account, property liens, cancellation of driver's license, attachment of state income tax refund) where applicable.
My co workers for the most part were exceptionally hard working and professional.
The most difficult part of the job was dealing with management politics and blunt favoritism that went on in the last several years of my tenure there.
The most enjoyable part of my job was working with the public and the good feeling that came from being able to help people successfully complete at least a part of their obligations to the court.

If you like a frozen pay scale, then this is the place for you! No pay increases as far as the eye can see. You will sit at your entry level pay for a good five years probably, unless the State decides to change that. (not foreseeable) The lack of training in such a high liability job is present, at least for the 18th Judicial District. You will attend an academy months later after you start. Because that makes sense. You’ll have Supervisors who are yes men/woman to the Chief who could care less about culture and instead tolerate a racist environment for months before anything was done about it. 

The good was giving back to a community and feeling like you are apart of the greater good in helping humanity. Some staff are really awesome people, the ones who don’t let “having a bachelors degree” go to their head. The trainings are really awesome. Had the negative not out weighed the positives, it would be a great place to retire. Don’t let the “voted one of the best places to work in Colorado” fool you on the judicial website. 

Hopefully someday it will change, who knows, use this with a grain of salt though, maybe you can be the change the State Judicial system needs. Best of luck (: 

CO Judicial Branch is a great place for someone with a family that values a good benefit package and PTO. Great health insurance and retirement plan. 4 weeks accumulating PTO a year starting out plus 10 government holidays. You can leave right at 5 pm most days. High job security.  Unfortunately, the salary is very low unless you're the Clerk of Court or a Legal Research Attorney, and there's not much opportunity for advancement. Being promoted from CJA to Division Clerk does not come with pay raise. Just a change in title, more responsibility, and an office rather than a cubicle. I found at my specific branch decisions were based solely on the fiscal budget rather than what was best for the organization. I felt my loyalty to the organization was not valued. Over my 5 years of employment, I applied for multiple internal  positions that would have come with a pay raise only to be passed over for an outside hire, one of which being the daughter of Clerk of Court who didn't even meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. Nepotism was rampant. 

I have worked for the 4th Judicial district for over five years including volunteer experience. I would say overall the Judicial community is one of the best places to work. 
I have gained tremendous amount of knowledge of the law, community, and public programs. I learned many new skills that helped me grow. 
From my experience in one department I would say that management is absolutely horrible. Managers lack many qualities needed to lead a team. I have experienced 5 or six turnovers in the financial department of management from the time worked in five years. This is to also include the clerk of court and even up to the administrator. 
The overall workplace culture is very professional.
The hardest part of the job that I have experienced is the micromanagement experienced from supervisors/managers.
The most enjoyable part of the job was working with the public and members of the community. Working with people makes the biggest impact with staying with the courts.

All I’ve gotten is a 3% raise in the 3yrs I’ve put in. Not even enough to keep up with inflation, so I’m technically receiving paycuts. The amount of work I do for the little pay I receive is a serious blow to the gut. Meanwhile, people in other positions are telling me they are bored most of the time yet their designated salary is more than mine. I feel the judicial branch is losing, and will continue to lose, their top court judicial assistants if they keep their salaries at such an abysmal number. We have to keep up with all the cases just like the judge does and I’m not sure the payroll analyzers understand that. 

With that in mind, the job is a cool experience and you learn a lot as long as you apply yourself.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Professionalism and integrity in keeping with the goal of providing language access in the Colorado courts and probation departments. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The high demand of interpreters resulting in double bookings at the same time, but we tackle the situation as teamwork.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Amazing respect, comradership and collaboration with the Interpreting managers and court staff. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Busy dockets to cover all day shifts

Fast paced work environment. It would be an enjoyable job if weren't for the harassment that occurs behind the scenes. Work environment was often hostile. Some of the judges verbally harass and abuse their clerks. Management and Human Resources are unwilling to assist employees that are working in a hostile work environment with judges. Pay was to low for the negative and hostile environment that people are forced to work in. You often do not get breaks including lunch breaks.

I was hired in as a temp and  quickly promoted to permanent Secretary/Event Planner when the department head who had been in charge of the Statewide Judicial Conference quit. I was handed the project that was partially done and was able to take charge and finalize it  - the way in which I love to work. The management of the Judicial Training Department was great to work with.  They respected my abilities and welcomed my input.

3rd Judicial District Attorney's Office is a great place to work.  I worked with engaged, compassionate people who were focused on making people whole again.  The work has a positive impact on the community, and in my position as Victims Service Agent, on those who suffered from crimes.

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