Judicial Assistant to Comm. Nadzieja

Posting Date

10/23/24

Application Deadline

10/29/24

Pay Range

Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max
$21.45 - $24.47 - $27.48 - $33.50

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 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

Commissioner Tracy Nadzieja seeks a Judicial Assistant who is a highly-skilled problem solver who can juggle competing priorities, demonstrate exceptional organization skills, and navigate sensitive issues with diplomacy all in support of the day-to-day activities of the Criminal Court department.  The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the Judicial Branch.

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 Bailiff/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 substitute on a year-for-year basis.

Our Preferred Candidate Has:

• Experience working in a court system, law office, or other legal setting. 
• Experience with court procedures, legal terminology, and the legal requirements for processing court documents.
• Experience interacting with judges, commissioners, or attorneys.
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and Go-To Meetings virtual platforms. 

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Knowledge Of:

• Court policies and procedures, legal terminology, office procedures and practices, and the legal requirements for processing court documents. 
• 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, iCIS, OnBase, and eFile., OneDrive, SharePoint
• Standard office equipment such as: multi-line telephone system, fax machine, and copier.

Ability To:

• Understand and follow quickly and accurately brief oral and written instructions.
• Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain a court calendar and work effectively with judges, commissioners, attorneys, court personnel, and the public.

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)