Division Support & Training Judicial Administrative Assistant
Job description
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The Judicial Administrative Assistant (JAA) position is advanced work using an electronic filing system in a court within the Missouri State Court System.
- Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies and regulations, with minimal supervision.
Characteristic Duties : (The following duties are representative of this position, not comprehensive.)
- Performs case processing in updating docket, creating documents and contacting legal agencies.
- Retrieve new cases/motions from action queue and present to judge for ruling
· Supervision Received : Supervision received from Unit Supervisor or Coordinator, Court Manager, Chief Court Operations Manager, Judge or Appointing Authority
· Supervision Exercised : None
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis provided a high school diploma or GED has been obtained)
EDUCATION: High School diploma or recognized equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: One year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must submit to and pass criminal background check as prescribed by Courts
· Interview victims of Domestic Violence
· Data entry and creation of Orders of Protection
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority)
- Typing 30 wpm
· Basic knowledge of organization operations, functions and scope of authority of the court
· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and high stress
· Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives
· Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in a tactful and courteous manner with diverse parties
· Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and follow oral and written instructions
· Requires strong time management and organization skills with the ability to be detail oriented
EMPLOYEES MAY BE EXPOSED TO : Evidence and testimony in or outside of the courtroom that may be disturbing, such as photographs of violent scenes and victims and or sexually explicit material; evidence that may include syringes, drugs, weapons and blood; the public who may potentially be verbally or physically abusive, allergens, such as perfumes and dust; and unpleasant odors, such as unwashed clothing or chemicals offered into evidence.
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