Court Operations Clerk & Administrative Secretary

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 57,939,000 - 59,375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays (11-13 per year)

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Unified Judicial System in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a capable clerical assistant to support judicial operations and case management. The role handles filing, data entry, calendar coordination, and courtroom support to ensure smooth proceedings.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) with 1 year of clerical or court-related experience. A criminal background check is required, and the organization emphasizes professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional secretarial/typing training desirable.
• At least 1 year clerical or court-related or general office support experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Criminal background check required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a receptionist and provides customer service to maintain an efficient flow of work through the office.
• Develops, prepares, and maintains case files and documents to meet legal timelines and guidelines.
• Assists in maintaining court calendars and scheduling hearings information (type, urgency, time needed).
• Assists during courtroom proceedings and judicial hearings.
• Performs administrative work to maintain the office and provide staff support.
• Performs other work as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Customer service

Proofreading

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Postsecondary secretarial/computer/transcription training desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Unified Judicial System in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a capable clerical assistant to support judicial operations and case management. The role handles filing, data entry, calendar coordination, and courtroom support to ensure smooth proceedings.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) with 1 year of clerical or court-related experience. A criminal background check is required, and the organization emphasizes professionalism and confidentiality.