Administrative Assistant - 22nd Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Judicial Council seeks an Administrative Assistant (Grade 23) for the 22nd Judicial District in Brown County, KS. This highly responsible role handles case paperwork, calendar management, and confidential communications with the public, attorneys, and agencies.

Salary starts at $44,086.96 yearly, with increases after six months and one year based on performance. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, strong Microsoft Office and Zoom skills, and excellent written and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail, discretion and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and managing case paperwork.
• Maintaining the court’s calendar, scheduling proceedings and Zoom meetings.
• Drafting and proofreading correspondence and other documents, and e-filing.
• Courteously communicate with the public, attorneys, other court staff, and law-enforcement agencies.
• Perform other related duties; professionalism and confidentiality are required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritize tasks

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Zoom

Job description

Position number: K0073064

Position Title and Salary: Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, $44,086.96 annually $45,203.89 after six months of successful performance $48,658.68 after 1-year of satisfactory performance.

Location of Employment: 22nd Judicial District, Brown County, KS

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

The Brown County District Court is accepting applications for an administrative assistant (AA) to the District Court Judge. This is a highly responsible, complex, confidential administrative position. This division currently handles felony criminal cases and a limited number of child in need of care (CINC) cases.

Job duties

• Organizing and managing case paperwork
• Maintaining the court’s calendar, scheduling proceedings and Zoom meetings
• Drafting and proofreading correspondence and other documents, and e-filing.
• Courteously communicate with the public, attorneys, other court staff, and law-enforcement agencies. Perform other related duties.
• Professionalism and confidentiality are required in all aspects of this position.

Required education and experience

• Skilled with computer technology (Microsoft applications and Zoom)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail, discretion, and teamwork. High school diploma or GED.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience as an Administrative Assistant or legal secretary.

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. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [e-mail] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER