Judicial Assistant

Washington County, located in West Bend, has an excellent opportunity for a Judicial Assistant. Under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court, responsible for assisting the Clerk of Circuit Court in the discharge of the duties of the office by providing support services for the Circuit Court system.

• High School Diploma or GED and five years of previous legal work experience or an Associates Degree in paralegal studies or a related field
• Minimum of two years of Microsoft Office experience.

Pay based on experience.

Washington County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance;
Short-term and Long-term Disability;
Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts;
Health Savings Accounts, Wisconsin Retirement System and Wisconsin Deferred Compensation (IRS 457);
Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO); tuition and fitness center reimbursement.

Washington County is recognized for our commitment to providing quality services to the citizens of our community. Our team members embrace the challenge of meeting goals and expectations. Every day we work to creatively problem solve, innovate and collaborate as a team to meet customer needs and deliver solutions.

We create an environment for residents and businesses to enjoy our authentic quality of life through a well governed and administered county dedicated to safe and secure communities; economic growth and vitality; effective mobility and reliable infrastructure; and access to basic needs.

Washington County strives to cultivate its rich heritage, vibrant economy and attractive communities through the distinct values that define us.

Respect, Optimism, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Collaboration.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Clerks in court, prepares court minutes, judgments of conviction, and other court orders as directed.
• Types opinions, correspondence and decisions and prepares reports, dispositions, memoranda, agendas, and jury instructions.
• Prepares necessary court notices and related materials, and sends to appropriate parties.
• Assists with calendar management including: setting up the yearly calendar, scheduling of court hearings, trials, conferences, legal appointments, meetings and activities of the judge.
• Processes documents and files necessary for judicial review and action.
• Coordinates the maintenance of all necessary court files, schedules court hearings, conferences, appointments meetings and activities and tracks cases under advisement.
• Prepares and reviews reports concerning court activity.
• Maintains confidentiality in specific areas as required.
• Enters a variety of data into the computer system.
• Notifies the appropriate parties of all cancellations/rescheduling of court trials/hearings.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event.

Works under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court. Day-to-day instructions will be given by the Circuit Court Judge. Further direction may be given by the Clerk of Circuit Court, Circuit Court Commissioners, or supervisors in the Clerk of Court's office.

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Decisions are made independently concerning the order in which cases are called in the courtroom, scheduling and rescheduling of court hearings, organization and prioritizing of workload.

There is significant interaction with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, probation…