Judicial Assistant - Clerical Administrative Assistant

The Judicial Assistant provides specialized customer support clerical and data entry work involving one or more docket areas within a courts jurisdiction. The work is moderately complex and requires application of legal practices and procedures and strong computer skills. It is a fastpaced and challenging environment and requires the ability to professionally interact with both coworkers and the public.

The ideal candidate will bring administrative clerical and customer service experience and a desire to use their skills in upholding the rule of law to ensure equal access to justice. ;

Desired Skills and Experience for Judicial Assistant

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality ;
• Exceptional administrative/ clerical skills
• Ability to keep accurate records and to provide accurate information
• Teamwork flexibility and strong communication skills
• Experience in customerfacing roles ;
• Positive empathetic and professional attitude

This is a fulltime permanent opening in Rutland Vermont. Starting salary is $21.32 per hour. The Judicial Assistant is a nonexempt Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 19. The State of Vermonts total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30 of your total compensation.

Benefits

• 80 State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 13 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Lowcost group life insurance
• Incentivebased Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Minimum Requirements for Judicial Assistant

• High School graduation or equivalent
• Two years of clerical secretarial or data entry experience; preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a legal setting working as a paralegal/ legal assistant with mastery of office technology. ;
• College training may be substituted for the work experience on a year for year basis.

Summary of Duties for Judicial Assistant

• Specialized clerical and administrative work with heavy data entry and case processing.
• Performs caseflow functions across the full casecycle including docket entry entering new electronic and paper filings sending notice reviewing case documents for accuracy/completeness preparing orders & motions scheduling events on court calendar.
• Responsible for operating various tools to support both inperson and virtual court hearings.
• Perform operator function during court hearings by providing highspeed docket entry and realtime processing in medium and highvolume settings.
• Employ attention to detail and methodical approach to ensure standardized business practices are followed.
• Respond to customer inquiries to assist with fillingout forms using court kiosks preparing for court appearances and providing case information. ;
• Maintain excellent customer interaction by providing prompt information and assistance.
• Collect fines and fees according to established procedure; close balance and reconcile tills.
• Maintain working knowledge and adherence to court rules and statutes.

Scheduled hours of work generally conform to public court hours but assignments may extend beyond those hours. Occasional travel to other courts within the State of Vermont may be required. Travel will be reimbursed according to State policies. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature. Job Code # 25022

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills in all state government positions. The Judicial Branch is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and the recruitment process is designed to treat all applicants equitably.