Description

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.

The New Jersey Courts are seeking a detail‑oriented Business Impact & Continuity Specialist to lead the Judiciary's Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Continuity of Operations (COOP), and Disaster Recovery program. This position focuses on developing, documenting, and maintaining comprehensive continuity plans that support the Judiciary's essential operations across all divisions and vicinages. While the role involves some technical duties, it is not focused on computer systems or information technology but on the day‑to‑day operations of the court.

Responsibilities. The position emphasizes research, analysis, planning, policy development, and written documentation to strengthen organizational resilience and support uninterrupted court operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify critical business functions, evaluate operational dependencies, document continuity strategies, and help ensure the courts are prepared to maintain essential services during disruptions.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $81,866.60 to $127,586.80 for Schedule A, and $81,866.60 to $121,207.46 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.

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.

Example of Duties

Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Judiciary's Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Disaster Recovery, and Continuity of Operations (COOP) program.
Partner with court divisions and vicinages to identify essential business functions, evaluate operational risks and dependencies, and establish recovery priorities and continuity strategies.
Review business processes and operational workflows to identify opportunities that strengthen organizational resilience and continuity of court operations.
Develop, maintain, and update continuity plans, policies, procedures, guidance documents, and performance measures to support program effectiveness.
Facilitate meetings and planning sessions with stakeholders to gather information, document critical functions, and support continuity planning initiatives.
Design and deliver training, workshops, tabletop exercises, and other preparedness activities to promote continuity awareness and test organizational readiness.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to coordinate continuity planning efforts and support enterprise-wide preparedness initiatives.
Assist with health, safety, and workplace risk management initiatives, including ergonomic evaluations, as needed.
Travel throughout New Jersey to provide program support, training, and consultation. A vehicle will be provided in accordance with the Judiciary's Travel Policy.

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

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of professional experience, including two (2) years in business continuity, emergency management, organizational resilience, risk management, public administration, or a closely related field.

Qualifying experience must include developing or supporting Business Impact Analyses (BIA), Continuity of Operations (COOP) planning, disaster recovery, emergency preparedness, or other organizational continuity initiatives. Experience should demonstrate the ability to gather and analyze information, develop written plans and procedures, facilitate collaboration with stakeholders, and support the implementation and maintenance of continuity programs within a complex organization.

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience developing business impact analyses, continuity plans, disaster recovery, emergency preparedness plans, or organizational resilience initiatives.
Knowledge of business continuity principles, risk assessment methodologies, continuity planning, and organizational preparedness frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and synthesize information into clear, well‑organized policies, plans, reports, and guidance documents.
Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation, project coordination, and organizational skills.
Experience leading meetings, training sessions, workshops, or tabletop exercises with diverse stakeholder groups.
Preferred certifications include Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Member of the Business Continuity Institute (MBCI), Project Management Professional (PMP), or other comparable emergency management or continuity planning credentials.

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. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree from an approved American Bar Association law school may be substituted for two years of experience. Note: A master’s degree or a law degree from an accredited college or university, may be used as a substitution, not both.

Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See

Supplemental Information

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.

Equal Opportunity

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

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