Court Administrative Assistant II — Criminal Division Support

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois is seeking an Administrative Assistant II in the Criminal Division to support the Presiding Judge and assigned judges.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to handle court procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Odyssey Case Management System. This on-site position includes routine clerical duties, mail distribution, and backup coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate, college degree preferred.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Works well with others.
• Computer literate in email, Microsoft Office, and an ability to learn the Clerk’s Case Management System (Odyssey).
• Good typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Presiding Judge and judges assigned to the Criminal Division.
• Answer the main phone line during court hours.
• Email lawyers and litigants for orders and other procedural matters; maintain timely email communications.
• Answer basic questions about Zoom and remote proceedings and provide meeting IDs/instructions.
• Communicate with the Clerk’s Office regarding orders and other court matters.
• Pick up and distribute mail.
• Maintain office supplies, copy machines, and related maintenance.
• Maintain paper files as needed.
• Assist judges, law clerks, and other staff as needed.
• Provide backup for other staff as required.

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Odyssey CMS

Job description

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois is seeking an Administrative Assistant II in the Criminal Division to support the Presiding Judge and assigned judges.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to handle court procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Odyssey Case Management System. This on-site position includes routine clerical duties, mail distribution, and backup coverage as needed.