Court Administrative Assistant

Benton County, WA; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton County District Court in Washington state is seeking a District Court Assistant to provide entry-level accounting duties and general administrative support to the District Court and public.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, processing payments, maintaining records, and supporting court operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma; bilingual Spanish preferred; driving license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of administrative support experience preferred or any combination of education and experience
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, screen inquiries, and route calls.
• Process and code entries in accordance with court procedures and accounting system.
• Post and balance entries; maintain accounting records and reconciliations.
• Receive and safeguard cash or checks; issue receipts and maintain petty cash.
• File documents, set court dates, and prepare routine correspondence and reports.
• Enter, scan, index, and maintain information in spreadsheets and databases.
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems and assist during peak periods.

Skills

Basic bookkeeping

Legal terminology

Administrative policies

Office procedures

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benton County District Court in Washington state is seeking a District Court Assistant to provide entry-level accounting duties and general administrative support to the District Court and public.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, processing payments, maintaining records, and supporting court operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma; bilingual Spanish preferred; driving license may be required.