Judicial Assistant - Clerical, Administrative Assistant
27 days ago
Saint Albans
Job Description The Judicial Assistant provides specialized customer support, clerical, and data entry services within one or more court docket areas. This moderately complex role requires strong computer skills and the ability to work professionally in a fast-paced environment with both co-workers and the public. The ideal candidate has administrative, clerical, and customer service experience and is motivated to support equal access to justice by upholding the rule of law. Desired Skills and Experience • 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 customer-facing roles Benefits • 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families, • Work/Life balance: 12 vacation days earned per year, 12 sick leave days earned per year, 13 paid holidays each year, • 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, • Low-cost group life insurance, • Incentive-based Wellness Program, • 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., • Specialized clerical and administrative work with heavy data entry and case processing., • Performs case-flow functions across the full case-cycle 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 in-person and virtual court hearings., • Perform operator function during court hearings by providing high-speed docket entry and real-time processing in medium and high-volume settings., • Employ attention to detail and methodical approach to ensure standardized business practices are followed., • Respond to customer inquiries to assist with filling-out 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. 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. Powered by ExactHire:184040
