Job Applications, Interviews, and Chaos

Most of you are aware that things have been changing in the clerical department of the District Courts. This is the result of a lot of time and money invested by an independent agency, hired by the State, to come in and see what needed to be done to improve the retention of employees for the Courts. While money was a huge factor, there were many other concerns that they identified as well. There was a lot of debate, and things have been crazy here at work for the last several months -- due to all the anticipation of if the Courts were going to put a new system in place for the clerical department or not. As is par for the course with government, these changes have been slow in coming, and have had to go through a lot of red tape before being authorized for implementation.

Three weeks ago, the Courts did decide to move forward, and restructured the entire clerical department, including management. This meant that everyone would have to reapply for their positions, if they wanted to be considered for management positions. I am sure you are aware that I was in this application process, and that these applications, and interviews took place over the last couple of weeks. It has been a lot of confusion, stress, and worry, and many people at work have been having a hard time with these new changes.

On Wednesday, the new management positions were announced here at the court. As many of you have already heard, I did receive one of these new management positions, and I couldn't be happier. While this will bring change -- (not the least of which is no longer having to work at Walmart!) -- it will also bring new challenges and opportunities.

Thank you to all of you for your patience with me during this difficult time. I know I have been on edge, and the stress I have been experiencing has been tremendous. I could not have endured all of these shifts without my friends, and most importantly my family! Thank you so much for standing by me, and lending me your strength and support. It is greatly appreciated.