Administrative Assistant - 3rd Judicial District

Kansas Office of Judicial Administration; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Judicial Branch in Topeka, KS, is seeking an Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, with a starting salary of $44,086.97 per year. The role supports two district court judges and requires high school diploma with at least three years of secretarial and clerical experience.

Preferred candidates have legal or court familiarity, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to multitask, prioritize, communicate clearly, and exercise discretion and initiative in a confidential environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with minimum of three years' secretarial and general clerical work.
• Legal and/or court experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist two judges of the district court.
• Prioritize tasks and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Skills

Court procedures understanding

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Multitasking

Initiative

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word processing

Job description

Position number: K0073077

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

$45,203.89 after six months of successful performance

$48,658.68 after 12 month of successful performance

Location of Employment: 3rd Judicial District, Topeka, Kansas

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

Job duties: This is a highly responsible, complex, confidential administrative position assisting two judges 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 with 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. 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.

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