Administrative Assistant

This position is responsible for administrative support and facilitating the overall functioning of the Domestic Relations Division.

* High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years related work experience. Associates Degree preferred;

* Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record

* Must meet and maintain qualifications for driving on county business as a continued condition of employment.

* All required licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

* Review pleadings for divorce, domestic violence, civil protection orders, UIFSA and reactivated cases;

* Enter case specific information into Court database for tracking, statistical and reporting purposes;

* Schedule ex-parte protection orders in conjunction with Victim Services, attorneys and parties to the case;

* Coordinate motions for continuances including scheduling court hearings;

* Prepare correspondence, judgment entries and various legal documents for pending domestic relations cases for review;

* Proofread correspondence, judgment entries, Magistrate's Orders, Magistrate's Decisions, and various legal documents;

* Inform parties and attorneys of scheduled conferences, hearings and prepare entries as required;

* Docket new complaints, prepare files and distribute necessary paperwork;

* Act as Court liaison with the general public, attorneys and litigants and give and receive information in a professional and courteous manner;

* Ensure cases are tracked and resolved in a timely manner;

* Prepare monthly reports;

* Assist with other administrative duties;

* Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;

* Attends various training sessions, video conferences, and workshops;

* Hold as confidential, all aspects of the job;

* Performs typing, word processing, data entry, and related computer operations

* Bailiff duties as required (e.g. calling cases to begin trial; set up audio/video cart; ensure functioning court recording system);

* Pulls court files for upcoming dockets;

* Makes copies as needed;

* Performs other duties as assigned; and

* Works overtime and outside of typical work schedule/business hours as required.

Complete job description is available on the Class Specifications page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/D/V