Court Operations Associate, Judgments, Hennepin County

The Fourth Judicial District is now accepting applications for a Court Operations Associate in the Civil Division – Judgments. 

Judgments Unit: Responsible for processing and docketing both monetary and non-monetary judgments. This includes entering judgments based on judicial orders as well as defaults filed by plaintiffs in administrative cases. 

This AFSCME-represented position is classified as Court Operations Associates. The Civil Division works individually and together as a team to provide excellent customer service to court users, many of whom are self-represented litigants, while using available resources to perform a variety of administrative assignments that require strong attention to detail and technological skills to match our fast-paced, high-volume, electronic environment. The Civil Division is located on the third floor of the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487. Core business hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday; but may vary depending on business need. Staff in this position are currently working both on-site and remotely, which may change depending on assignments and/or business need. A reliable internet connection will be required if working remotely. Training is done on-site.  

The Minnesota Judicial Branch offers a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more about benefits, click here. 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: 

• Performs a variety of administrative tasks, such as managing case information, entering data, and recording financial transactions using specialized court software. This role supports accurate and timely processing of information in a team-oriented office environment 

• Provide information regarding cases, court procedures, forms and documents, and court information over the phone, at the public counter, in writing and in the courtroom. 

• Review legal documents submitted for timeliness, completeness, accuracy, and statutory compliance. Determine processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules and procedures. 

• Review documents for appropriate security classification. Maintain court record confidentiality in compliance with statutes and court rules. 

• Provide courtroom support by working and corresponding with judicial officers, court reporters, and other court users to effectively manage court calendars and meet the business needs of the court. 

• Conduct administrative hearings regarding cost applications and financial disclosure forms. 

• Coordinate, communicate, and collaborate on work with team members to ensure efficient and accurate case processing. 

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