Court Assistant II - District Court

Job Summary

At District Court, we carry out our mission of serving the people of Clark County with a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about creating an inclusive work culture that celebrates and promotes diversity. Find your calling with us!

Our team is currently seeking a Court Assistant II to join a dynamic, innovative group of Court Assistant team members.

The position will involve a wide range of technical operations requiring specialized legal knowledge. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday.

This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule upon completion of fifty percent of the probationary period. (Currently with up to two remote days per week).

Our employees participate in various internal focus groups and workshops dedicated to process improvement and innovation. This gives us a voice in how we accomplish great things in service to our community.

We also celebrate our achievements and create happy moments because we value personal wellbeing.

Our workforce leads a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employee Council. This gives us opportunities and empowers us to leave a mark on the world in specific and profound ways.

We provide additional compensation to employees whose positions require them to use a second language in the course of their responsibilities. Employees certified to offer bilingual services receive an additional pay premium of fifty dollars ($50.00) per pay period.

By joining our team, you will get an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to various court processes.

This position is represented by Local 11 - OPEIU (Office and Professional Employees International Union, AFL-CIO).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Two years of clerical word-processing and typing work experience, which includes at least one year of work directly related to the work of the class; or one year (45 credit hours) of post-secondary business, legal, or office occupational training or education may be substituted for one year of required experience.

Knowledge of:
Modern office practices; business English, grammar, spelling and punctuation; the operation of Court and court processing activity.

Who We Are Looking For:

* You are a detail-oriented person with a strong motivation to learn new processes and a passion for advancing social justice in our community.

* You share our values of integrity, ethics, and innovation.

* You are familiar with legal terminology and court processes.

* You lean on your team for support and offer your support in return.

* You pride yourself on the ability to listen and to ask follow-up questions.

* You are skilled at preparing professional quality work products.

* Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.

* Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

* Operate standard office equipment.

* Sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine, repetitive tasks.

* Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.

* Proficient technological skills in computer programs and applications.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, peers, other agencies, and the general public.

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the "Resume Upload" section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - Recruitment may require a practical exam that is job related and may include, but is not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job-related and may include, but is not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue the process.

Employee references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is the general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

Examples of Duties

As a Court Assistant II, your typical daily responsibilities will be to:

* Process case filings that come from various law enforcement, prosecuting authority agencies, and from the members of the public;

* Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside…