Chambers Judicial Assistant 1 (41-2020) (Remote-Based in Anchorage)

State of Alaska•Anchorage, AK

1d•$43•Remote

About The Position

Join the Alaska Court System as a Chambers Judicial Assistant 1 and play an essential role in supporting the work of the Superior Court. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a judge while helping ensure cases move efficiently through the court system. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, have exceptional organizational skills, and take pride in meaningful public service, we encourage you to apply. This position provides direct administrative and case management support to a judge while helping ensure the efficient operation of the court. This is a varied role that combines judicial support, case management, and customer service in a collaborative court environment.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate.
Two years of progressively responsible, fully qualified work experience as an administrative assistant.
Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations, if available.
A list of two or three professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their email addresses and daytime contact phone numbers.
Certification that you have a legal right to accept employment in the United States.
Work experience not already documented in your application must include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time.
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 transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications for the position and are required with each application.
Evidence of foreign education credentials being evaluated by a private organization specializing in interpretation of foreign educational credentials, or reported as equivalent to U.S. education by an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.

Nice To Haves

Work experience as a legal administrative assistant is preferred.
Applicants transferring from another State of Alaska agency or applicants with prior work experience or education in the legal field may receive consideration for advance step placement.

Responsibilities

Preparing, organizing, and distributing judicial correspondence, orders, judgments, and other court documents.
Managing the judge's calendar, meetings, travel, and appointments.
Serving as the primary point of contact for telephone calls and visitors with professionalism and discretion.
Preparing and tracking required judicial reports, including pay affidavits, leave reports, and pending decision listings.
Serving as the case management clerk for all children's and probate cases, opening new cases, scheduling hearings, processing pleadings and court orders, monitoring case files for accuracy and timeliness, and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Assisting with training law clerks on case management systems and motion tracking.
Providing technical support to judicial officers.
Supporting the Clerk of Court as assigned.