Judicial Assistant-42nd Circuit Court

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About The Position

Under the supervision of a Circuit Court Judge and the Trial Court Administrator, the Judicial Assistant manages the office and provides secretarial services to the Judge. The role coordinates Circuit Court office operations; schedules pre-trials, motions, show cause hearings, and trials; and ensures required time requirements are met. The Judicial Assistant prepares correspondence, notices, decisions, and other documents, screens callers, maintains office files, and performs other secretarial functions. The position also provides backup for the Court Reporter and other judicial assistance.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in paralegal studies or a related field and two years of progressively more responsible administrative support experience in a court, law office, or related setting are preferred.
Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Must obtain a license as a Certified Electronic Recorder from the Michigan Supreme Court within six months of hire.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of administrative support in a court environment.
Considerable knowledge of office procedures, basic court proceedings and scheduling, the State of Michigan Circuit Court system, procedures and statutes, basic budgetary and accounting principles, research, and maintaining detailed and accurate records.
Strong proofreading skills and ability to review forms, documents, and reports.
Ability to maintain professional integrity and respect for victims, witnesses, and families, and to effectively meet and deal with the public.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, County contractors, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.
Skill in using office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications and court-related and public safety software, and ability to master new technologies.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in paralegal studies or a related field and two years of progressively more responsible administrative support experience in a court, law office, or related setting are preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the office and provide secretarial services to a Circuit Court Judge.
Coordinate the operations of the Circuit Court office.
Schedule pre-trials, motions, show cause hearings, and trials for the Judge, ensuring required time requirements are met.
Prepare correspondence, notices, decisions, and other documents.
Screen callers, maintain office files, and perform other secretarial functions.
Provide backup for the Court Reporter and other judicial assistance.
Maintain detailed and accurate records and perform research as needed.