JUDICIAL ASSISTANT - COUNTY COURT - 22003869

State of Florida•West Vero Corridor, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This professional position is responsible for handling day-to-day operations of a County Court judicial office, exercising a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. The position serves as first point of contact for the Judge, and has continuous interaction with assigned court staff, attorneys, general public, and other court-related agencies. Core responsibilities include but are not limited to 1) manage the judge’s calendar; 2) prepare correspondence; 3) monitor status of cases assigned to the judge; 3) work with assigned case managers (if applicable) to monitor time standards compliance issues associated with assigned cases; 4) maintain an efficient filing system; and 5) provide overall administrative support for judge/office. Successful candidate should possess excellent organizational, office management, communication, and interpersonal skills with emphasis on outstanding customer service.

Requirements

Graduation from a standard high school or an equivalency diploma issued by an authorized agency
Two (2) years of college or vocational school education in paralegal, secretarial skills, computer operations or a closely related field
Three (3) years of related experience
Thorough knowledge and experience operating a computer using Windows 11, and Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Internet Explorer/Google/Microsoft Edge, and Adobe Reader, as well as the internet
Ability to E-File
Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, work independently, and multi-task effectively
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality, and present a favorable impression to the Judiciary, court personnel, and general public

Nice To Haves

Additional, relevant experience may substitute for the recommended education, on a year-for-year basis, such as a legal secretary or paralegal assistant
Working knowledge of the court system, courtroom procedures, legal documents and terminology is highly desirable
Working knowledge of the Florida State Courts System, court proceedings, and legal terminology
Ability to identify parties in the courtroom
Experience with the Clerk’s Public Records System (BECA and ICMS)
Excellent attention to detail
Exercise high degree of judgment and diplomacy, while maintaining integrity and confidentiality
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing

Responsibilities

Manage the judge’s calendar
Prepare correspondence
Monitor status of cases assigned to the judge
Work with assigned case managers (if applicable) to monitor time standards compliance issues associated with assigned cases
Maintain an efficient filing system
Provide overall administrative support for judge/office

Benefits

Paid Leave
Paid Holidays
State of Florida Health Benefits
Supplemental Insurance (Dental, Vision, Disability, Optional Life, Cancer, etc.)
No Cost Basic Life Insurance
Tax Favored Spending Accounts
Deferred Compensation (457b)
Florida Retirement System (FRS) Benefits
Employee Assistance Support
State Employee Tuition Waiver