Courtroom Judicial Assistant (Multiple Vacancies) Anchorage In-Court
Courtroom Judicial Assistant (Multiple Vacancies) Anchorage In-Court
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* Employees transferring from another State of Alaska agency may receive consideration for an advance step placement. *
Are you looking for a job where no two days are the same
Do you thrive in a fast-paced high-stakes environment where your attention to detail and ability to multitask really shine
If so the courts need you!
We are seeking multiple individuals who bring energy professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility to join our team. These positions are the heart of courtroom operations and play a critical role in keeping everything running smoothly across all levels of the Trial Court. Under the guidance of In-Court Supervisors youll be responsible for capturing high-quality written and electronic records of court proceedings and supporting judges jurors attorneys and the public in a wide variety of ways.
In the courtroom youll be setting the stageliterally! Youll organize the courtroom each day test and operate various audio and visual equipment and troubleshoot anything that goes sideways. Youll call the court to order administer oaths log proceedings in real time using electronic recording systems and help manage exhibits with care and accuracy. Youll coordinate jurors and occasionally take on bailiff duties guiding everyone with a calm and professional demeanor.
Outside the courtroom your work is just as important. Youll finalize and organize case files process orders and judgments safely store exhibits and ensure that everything flows to the right departments. Youll help maintain courtroom materials like statutes and codes assist other divisions when needed and even travel to offsite locations or jail courts when required. Flexibility is key and you should be prepared for occasional overtime.
The Work Hours
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents
- Vision plan (optional)
- Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available
- Membership in the Public Employees RetirementSystem (PERS)
- Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional)
- Personal leave accrual
See for additional information.LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT
The States online recruitment system Workplace Alaska requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.
For more information on the Alaska Court System please visit:
For informationabout what state courts do please watch the following short video:
VIDEO: The who what when where and how of state courts
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate AND one year of office clerical experience AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net).
Substitution:
Additional office clerical work experience will substitute for the high school diploma or GED certificate on a month-for-month basis.
Completion of 36 semester credit hours or 48 quarter credit hours of coursework from an accredited college will substitute for the year of required office clerical experience.
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course of study such as legal secretary paralegal or office skills will substitute for the required office clerical experience on a month-for-month basis.
Additional Required Information
This applies to your application submission.
Documents to beAttached to the Application(REQUIRED):- Keyboarding certification dated within one year showing a keyboarding speed of at least 40 words per minute (net).
- Post-secondary transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
Documents to be Submitted at theTime of Interview(REQUIRED):If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):
- Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations if available.
- A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
WORK HISTORY
If using work experience not already documented in your application provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.KEYBOARDING CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
Attach a recent keyboarding certification (dated within one year) to your application that verifies your keyboarding speed of 40 wpm or higher (net). Online keyboarding tests are accepted with a valid website address noted on the document. Acceptable websites include: and .
In addition typing tests are given at any Alaska Job Center location. A list of locations is available at: .
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered not qualified you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety applicants who have a spouse close relative and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECK
A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer no to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure please contact the Human Resources Department at . The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.Contact Information
Contact Title: Recruitment
E-Mail:Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501
Phone Number:
Employment Type
Full-Time
