Administrative Specialist I (Budget and Facilities)

Judicial Branch of California; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

13-14 paid holidays per year

Annual leave or sick/vacation leave

Transit commuting stipend up to $130/月

CalPERS Retirement Plan

401(k) and 457 plans

Employee Assistance Program

Pre-tax Parking

Job summary

Judicial Branch of California in San Diego seeks an Administrative Specialist I to organize, direct, and coordinate various judicial administrative support services, including the court's budget, business services, security, and facility functions.

The successful candidate will be a resourceful problem-solver with strong attention to detail and a team-player mindset, working as an integral member of the administrative team and engaging professionally with court staff, vendors, and partners.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree, preferably with coursework in court/public/business administration.
• Two years of experience performing administrative work.
• Experience with facilities operations, budgeting or financial record keeping is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and coordinate administrative support services including budget, business services, security and facility functions.
• Collaborate with court staff, outside vendors, and court partners in a professional manner.
• Maintain attention to detail and ensure timely, accurate administrative operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One, located in downtown San Diego is recruiting for a talented Administrative Specialist I who will organize, direct, and coordinate various judicial administrative support services including the court's budget, business services, security, and facility functions.

The successful candidate will be a resourceful problem-solver, possess a high level of attention to detail, be a team player working as an integral part of the administrative team, and committed to interacting professionally and courteously with court staff, outside vendors, and court partners.

The Court strives for employee work-life balance and includes substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, $130 monthly stipend towards public transit commuting costs, and retirement savings plans.

This is an in-person position that reports to the Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer. Hybrid work options may be considered after an initial training period, with ongoing supervisor approval, and when court business needs allow.

Highlights of our benefits package include:

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Pretax Parking
• Public Services Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants must have at least the following:

Administrative Specialist I: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree, preferably with major course work in court, public or business administration, and two years of experience performing administrative work.

Additional directly related experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. Additional directly related college-level education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience in facilities operations, accounting/financial record keeping, and knowledge of governmental accounting principles and procedures. Knowledge of automated accounting systems and PC applications including MS Word and Excel. Should possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a team environment, initiative, and dependability.