Judicial Assistant - White River Junction - Vermont Judiciary

Description

Job Description

The Judicial Assistant with the Statewide Courts in White River Junction provides specialized customer support, clerical and data entry work for the Judicial Bureau.

This is a great opportunity for someone with administrative, clerical and customer service experience who is looking to use their skills in upholding the rule of law to ensure equal access to justice.

Desired Skills and Experience

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Exceptional administrative/ clerical skills
• Ability to keep accurate records, and to provide accurate information
• Teamwork, flexibility, and strong communication skills
• Experience in customer-facing roles
• Positive, empathetic, and professional attitude

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 13 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• Low-cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Requirements

• High School graduation or equivalent
• Two years of clerical, secretarial or data entry experience; preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a legal setting working as a paralegal/ legal assistant with mastery of office technology
• College training may be substituted for the work experience on a year for year basis

Summary of Duties

• 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 remote 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 such as the criminal docket
• 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

Scheduled hours of work generally conform to public court hours, but assignments may extend beyond those hours. Occasional travel to other courts within the State of Vermont may be required. Travel will be reimbursed according to State policies.