Court Operations Associate (2 Positions), Hennepin County, Juvenile Court

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$44,788 - $73,999•Onsite

About The Position

The Minnesota Judicial Branch is seeking qualified applicants for two entry-level Court Operations Associate positions within the Juvenile Division of the Hennepin County District Court. This role supports the community and positively impacts the lives of youth and families. The positions are committed to diversity and inclusion, seeking individuals with broad-minded capabilities who value mutual growth. Associates are assigned to teams such as Delinquency, Child Protection/Adoptions, Court Services, and Chambers, with potential for reassignment based on business needs. The work involves administrative tasks requiring independent judgment, excellent customer service, attention to detail, multi-tasking, critical thinking, and technological skills. While not directly working with juveniles, the role impacts the juvenile justice system. These AFSCME-represented positions are located in the Juvenile Justice Center in downtown Minneapolis. Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility. Public transportation options and discounted transit passes are available.

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. (For example: bank teller, cashier, court clerk, legal assistant, medical billing specialist). OR equivalent education and experience
Access to reliable internet connection is required.
Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and work in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with the public, stakeholders, and court staff.
Ability to understand and explain instructions, policies, statutes, rules, procedures, and systems to the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with attorneys, probation, court staff, judicial officers, and the general public.
Team oriented, with a positive attitude.
Reliable, with the ability to meet commitments and keep work projects on task.
Ability to comply with data privacy laws and maintain confidential information.
Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets/exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction.
Ability to work in an inclusive, multicultural environment that values diversity and relationships and professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to learn other, job-related software.

Nice To Haves

Associate, paralegal, or bachelor’s degree
Experience with high-volume data entry
Experience providing exceptional customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Experience working in a courtroom setting, preparing court orders, and court forms
Experience scheduling multiple appointments/hearings
Knowledge and working experience with a case processing system such as MNCIS (Minnesota Court Information System) and EFS (Electronic File and Serve)

Responsibilities

Accurately complete administrative work in the office and in judicial chambers by performing high-level case processing, writing orders and emails on behalf of judges, and performing detailed data entry work for child protection, juvenile delinquency, and adoption cases utilizing court technology systems.
Provide excellent customer service by assisting and communicating with court users in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner to ensure the customer's needs are effectively met in-person, over the phone, or through electronic means by answering questions, processing records requests, and processing financial transactions.
Provide courtroom support by working with judges, court reporters, and other justice partners to effectively manage court and judicial calendars, meet the business needs of the court, and assure equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.