Judicial Assistant Floater

Posting Date

11/19/24

Application Deadline

11/26/24

Pay Range

Min - Mid - Max
$22.25 - $28.63 - $35.00

The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $22.35 to $26.00.

This position is eligible for the $1.00 floater differential.

This position is a non-exempt position under the FLSA.

What We Offer

We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Click here to learn more!

Job Type

Unclassified - Judicial

Department

D800 Superior Court

About the Position

The Judicial Assistant – Floater works directly with Superior Court Commissioners and Superior Court Judges as their administrative right hand to provide essential support in the pursuit of our dedication to providing a safe, fair, and impartial forum for resolving disputes.

Assignments are based on the needs of the Judicial Branch and assignments will be at one of our 4 Superior Court regions across the valley. We offer a $1.00 per hour differential in addition to the hourly wage for any hours worked for this floater position.

About The Superior Court:

The Superior Court of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidenced-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law...every person, every day, every time.  We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education:  

• High school diploma or GED 

Experience:  

• Three (3) years of administrative experience 

OR  

Combined Education And Experience Qualifications:  

• Experience as a Courtroom Assistant or Judicial Clerk Senior within the Maricopa County Superior Court may substitute for the experience requirement. 
• Completion of an accredited legal secretary or paralegal training program or certification, may substitute for two (2) years of experience.  
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license at the time of hire.

Our Preferred Candidate Has:

• Experience working in a court system, law office, or other legal setting.  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Knowledge Of:

• Office procedures and practices 
• Principles and processes for customer service standards and procedures.

Skill In:

• Verbally communicating with others to convey information effectively.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• The use of computer applications and software such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, iCIS, and OnBase. 

Ability To:

• Learn, understand and properly apply Court policies and procedures, legal terminology and practices, and the legal requirements for processing court documents. 
• Utilize a multi-line telephone system, For the Record, and copy machines.
• Understand and follow brief oral and written instructions in a concise and accurate manner.
• Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a court calendar
• Work effectively with judges, commissioners, attorneys, court personnel, and t