Court Operations Associate, Washington County, Scheduling Division

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Stillwater, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tenth Judicial District, which includes eight counties in the Northern Suburbs of the Twin Cities Metro Area, is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Court Operations Associate to join the Washington County Court Administration team in Stillwater, MN. This exciting position involves delivering exceptional service to court customers, judges, and other court-related employees by processing and supporting courtroom functions in criminal, juvenile, family, civil and probate division case types. We are seeking individuals with a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-performance environment. As a Court Operations Associate, you will have the opportunity to work independently and in teams, using your judgment and available resources to handle a variety of administrative tasks. Join us in this impactful role and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering outstanding service in the legal system.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of relevant job experience or greater, which may include but is not limited to customer service, administrative work, office, and clerical work

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Microsoft office Suite, with the ability to learn other job-related software
Certificate or degree in a related field.
Basic knowledge of court procedures, policies, and records management
Experience with electronic document applications, workflow queues and web-based video and audio platforms
Comfortability addressing and speaking in front of groups of people

Responsibilities

Performs in-court updating including processing documents filed and distributed in the courtroom, and recording required data in the electronic case management and other relevant systems in the courtroom.
Perform a variety of advanced clerical functions and multiple case types
Provide assistance to attorneys, parties, judges, and the public by responding to a variety of questions in-person, over the phone, by mail, and/or electronically
Perform courtroom support by working with judges, court reporters, and other justice partners, calling cases, taking notes, and handling documents in the courtroom
Review, enter, record, and update case information using an electronic case processing system and related applications and equipment
Schedule and maintain court calendars
May perform the duties of an Electronic Recording Equipment Operator (EREO) including setting up and testing recording equipment and recording and monitoring court proceedings
Attends and participates in division/team meetings and trainings; maintains knowledge of court policies, process, and procedures
May provide backup coverage for jury management – deliver orientation to prospective jurors and manage jurors during jury trials.