Administrative Assistant - 7th Judicial District

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

Job summary

The Douglas County District Court is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support Judge Blake Glover in Division 2. This on-site role handles calendar management, case paperwork, scheduling, drafting/proofreading documents, and e-filing.

Requirements include excellent written and verbal communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office and Zoom, strong organization, and the ability to prioritize tasks. High school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Zoom.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the judge's calendar, organize and manage case paperwork, schedule proceedings, draft and proofreading correspondence and other documents, and e-filing.
• Communicate with the public, attorneys, court staff, and law-enforcement agencies; provide confidential administrative support.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Calendar management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Zoom

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position number:

K0049281

Position Title and Salary:

Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, $44,086.97 annually; $45,203.89 with six months of satisfactory performance and $48,658.68 with one year of satisfactory performance.

Location of Employment:

7th Judicial District, Douglas County, KS

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

The Douglas County District Court is accepting applications for an administrative assistant to Judge Blake Glover, District Court Judge for Division 2.

Job duties:

• Provide varied, complex, and often confidential administrative assistance to the judge, including maintaining the calendar, organizing and managing case paperwork, scheduling proceedings, drafting and proofreading correspondence and other documents, and e-filing. Communicate with the public, attorneys, other court staff, and occasionally law-enforcement agencies. Perform other related duties.

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills (Microsoft applications and Zoom), organizational skills, and interpersonal skills are required. Applicant must also be able to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines. The position requires attention to detail, discretion, and teamwork. Knowledge of legal proceedings and prior administrative experience are preferred but not required. Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED.

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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