Judicial Assistant - Clerical, Administrative Assistant

Vermont Judiciary•White River Junction, VT

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Judicial Assistant provides specialized customer support, clerical, and data entry services within one or more court docket areas. This moderately complex role requires strong computer skills and the ability to work professionally in a fast-paced environment with both co-workers and the public. The ideal candidate has administrative, clerical, and customer service experience and is motivated to support equal access to justice by upholding the rule of law. This is a full-time, permanent opening in Middlebury, Vermont and is not a remote/ hybrid position. This is a full-time, permanent opening in White River Junction , Vermont; this is not a remote/ hybrid position. The Judicial Assistant is a non-exempt Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 21 and the step 1 rate is $25.08. The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills in all state government positions. The Judicial Branch is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and the recruitment process is designed to treat all applicants equitably.

Requirements

High School graduation or equivalent
Two years of clerical, secretarial or data entry experience
Mastery of office technology.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a legal setting working as a paralegal/ legal assistant
College training may be substituted for the work experience on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

Specialized clerical and administrative work with heavy data entry and case processing.
Performs case-flow functions across the full case-cycle including docket entry, entering new electronic and paper filings, sending notice, reviewing case documents for accuracy/completeness, preparing orders & motions, scheduling events on court calendar.
Responsible for operating various tools to support both in-person and virtual court hearings.
Perform operator function during court hearings by providing high-speed docket entry and real-time processing in medium and high-volume settings.
Employ attention to detail and methodical approach to ensure standardized business practices are followed.
Respond to customer inquiries to assist with filling-out forms, using court kiosks, preparing for court appearances, and providing case information.
Maintain excellent customer interaction by providing prompt information and assistance.
Collect fines and fees according to established procedure; close, balance and reconcile tills.
Maintain working knowledge and adherence to court rules and statutes.