Jury Coordinator

Performs technical and routine administrative work as the coordinator of the petit and grand juries for the Chesapeake Circuit Court in accordance with state statutes, court policies and procedures, and under the guidance of the Court Administrator. Maintains the list of eligible and qualified jurors and is responsible for preparing monthly juror summons. Receives, reviews, and rules on juror requests to be excused, deferred, or exempt from jury service. Issues show cause orders when jurors fail to appear and testifies in court at show cause hearings. Conducts daily juror orientation sessions and prepares all associated jury trial paperwork, to include juror work certificates, jury instructions, and verdict forms. Prepares juror payroll and maintains juror related office supply inventory. Supervises and manages the annual juror qualification process to include supervision of court appointed Jury Commissioners. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports of jury activities and performs other related tasks at the request of the Judges and Court Administrator.