Administrative Assistant - 18th Judicial District

Kansas Office of Judicial Administration; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Office of Judicial Administration seeks an Administrative Assistant in Wichita, KS. The role supports a District Court Judge with confidential administrative duties and requires discretion, initiative, and strong communication skills.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma and at least three years of secretarial experience; preferred is legal/court exposure and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This is a full‑time, on‑site position with competitive state benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, minimum of three years' experience in secretarial and general clerical work.
• Legal and/or court experience preferred.
• Experience with drafting correspondence and word processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist a Judge of the District Court with confidential administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and discretion in interactions with court stakeholders.
• Prioritize and communicate effectively, manage scheduling and filing as required.

Skills

Secretarial experience

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Position number: K0121936

Location of Employment: 18th Judicial District, Wichita, Kansas

Position Title and Salary: Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, $44,086.97 annually;

$45,203.89 with six months of satisfactory performance $48,658.68 with one year of satisfactory performance

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Job duties:

This is a highly responsible, complex, confidential administrative position assisting a Judge of the District Court. Professionalism is required in all aspects of this position. Work requires competence, independent judgment, discretion, a high degree of initiative balanced with common sense, and courteous interaction with court stakeholders. Applicants should be detail-oriented, understand court proceedings and/or legal terminology, and be able to prioritize and communicate well. This position requires flexibility and a good attitude.

Required education and experience:

High School Diploma, minimum of three years' experience in secretarial and general clerical work. Legal and/or court experience preferred.

Preferred qualifications:

Experienced Administrative Assistant or legal secretary; skilled with computer technology (Microsoft applications) and drafting correspondence, word processing; multitasking essential, willingness to work beyond normal hours if required; excellent organizational skills, filing, scheduling, communicating effectively and experience in general office administration.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. It is your responsibility to make your needs known to the Judicial Branch by calling 316-660-5803 or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER