Supervising Court Support Specialist

Supervising Court Support Specialist

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of Supervising Court Support Specialist with the Henderson Municipal Court. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to one (1) year, depending on employment status. Under general supervision, supervises the daily operations and performs highly skilled courtroom and clerical work in support of the of the Municipal Court;

and performs related work as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess:
Attention to detail, initiative, sound judgement, adaptability, and good time management skills Experience leading and training the work of coworkers while maintaining positive and supportive relationships A proven record of taking on increasing level of responsibility within roles and assignments

Minimum qualifications include:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent, five (5) years of full-time clerical experience in a court of law, one (1) year of which was at a supervisory level, proficiency in keyboarding sufficient to type 35 net words per minute, and must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check. Desirable qualifications include two (2) years of full-time experience supervising or leading the work of clerical personnel assigned to a court of law, and college course work in criminal justice, public administration, or business administration.

Documents required at the time of application include a completed employment application and candidates will be required to pass the keyboarding portion of the assessment process based on the number of net words per minute (WPM) listed in the minimum qualifications. Candidates will also participate in a structured selection interview with role play exercise.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.