Judicial Assistant , II, or III

JUDICIAL ASSISTANT I, II, OR III

Opening Date:
July 2, 2026 Closing Date:
Open until filled

Status:
Full-time, Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $23.94 – $29.28 per hour

$25.95 – $31.77 per hour

Hiring Range: $27.29 – $34.07 per hour

* The statements and information in this document are neither intended to nor do they create contractual or other rights on behalf of any person hired by the City.

Understands and performs entry level assignments to expedite the preparation and processing of court cases such as: scanning, e‑filing, interpreters, front counter, issues summons, receives fines, responds to telephone and in person public inquiries. Ability to process cases from one area:
Small Claims, Traffic, or Criminal. Typically, 0‑1 years of experience.

Court Administrator

None

• Meet performance standards established with the employee's manager.
• Job attendance is required, except for authorized leave.
• Prepares case filings, case disposition and other related reports and forwards or routes documents and reports to allied government agencies (BCI, DL).
• Maintains liaison and communications with agencies associated with the criminal justice system such as police department warrants divisions, bail bondsmen, prosecuting attorney offices, defense attorneys, public defenders, adult probation and county offices.
• Research source documents for relevant data to produce legal papers and court documents.
• Types various reports, memoranda, forms, abstracts, appeals, and other court documents; transmits materials according to established procedures and deadlines.
• Performs various in‑court duties under close supervision.
• Makes minute entries.
• Cash handling includes receipt of cash and giving change, creating trust accounts and other cash handling duties as necessary.
• Opens and closes court as required.
• Administers oath to witnesses and jurors.
• Marks, handles, and is responsible for keeping and releasing exhibits; arranges for interpreters and for video in custody hearings with jails throughout the state.
• Receives and dockets notices of appeal.
• Balances, verifies and prepares daily deposits; types or prepares a variety of court records including bench warrants, commitment and release orders, orders to show cause, defaults, motions, judgments, court minutes, and all other orders of the court.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

• High School diploma or equivalent with academic background in general office practices; up to one (1) year experience providing exposure to routine administrative and clerical duties and responsibilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that has developed the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Spanish Speaking Preferred

• Must possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver's License with periodic verification by the City.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test, background check, and driving record check.
• Must pass random background checks to maintain UCJIS access.
• Must keep all OMS certificates current and in compliance if given access.

• Ability to type 45 wpm.
• Ability to process cases from one area:
  Small Claims, Traffic, or Criminal.
• Extensive knowledge of basic trial process and court administrative procedures; knowledge of telephone etiquette. Extensive skill in word processing and computer programs such as CORIS, OMS, UCJIS and Versadex.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate records and follow record retention schedules; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to use independent judgment; ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees, attorneys, representatives of allied agencies and the public; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to maintain professionalism in the courtroom at all times.

Performs and understands duties of a Judicial Assistant I.…