Administrative Assistant

Posting Date

06/10/25

Application Deadline

06/23/25

Pay Range

Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max
$20.50 - $23.38 - $26.25 - $32.00

The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $21.23 to $23.38.

This position is non-exempt 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. Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program. Click here to learn more!

Job Type

Classified – Judicial CPR

Department

D800 Superior Court

About the Position

The Administrative Assistant provides complex administrative support to the Civil department’s Justice System Administrator and Justice System Manager. The Administrative Assistant delivers outstanding customer service, manages calendars, coordinates projects and assignments, and provides overall administrative support to the Civil department.

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 responsible clerical and administrative experience

OR

Combined education and experience qualifications:

• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education may substitute on a year-for-year basis

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Microsoft Office, managing files and records, designing forms and other office procedures and terminology
• The structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar

Skill in:

• Advanced features of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Operation of office equipment including, but not limited to, calculator, fax machine, printer/copier, scanner, and computer terminal
• Communicating verbally and in writing with others to convey information professionally and effectively
• Establishing and maintaining constructive and cooperative working relationships with individuals from the public, all levels of the organization, and with stakeholders
• Identifying problems, reviewing related information and recommending solutions
• Excellent proofreading skills with an exceptional attention to detail

Ability to:

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Department’s role in supporting the Court’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Maintain high levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions
• Analyze, interpret, and apply complex information
• Accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports
• Prioritize, organize, plan, and manage multiple assignments efficiently and effectively emphasizing on attention to detail.
• Learn and master core business and support applications
• Process and handle confidential information with discretion
• Learn new skills necessary to support the needs