Courtroom Operations Specialist

City of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Indianapolis is seeking a court operations support role to assist in the administration of court functions. The position handles pleadings, monitors files, and supports judicial officers during sessions, including remote hearings.

Responsibilities include updating the case management system, coordinating jurors, and answering calls from attorneys and the public. A high school diploma is required; paralegal training and college coursework are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework and paralegal training preferred.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and civil/criminal procedures.
• Proven computer skills and accurate data entry are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepares pleadings and monitors court files for sessions or rulings.
• Assists judicial officers and staff during court proceedings, in-person or remote hearings.
• Coordinates and assists with jurors during jury trials.
• Updates cases in the case management system and completes work in queues.
• Answers court telephones and responds to questions from attorneys and the public.
• Assists with managing the court calendar and hearings.

Skills

Computer skills

Legal terminology

Deadline adherence

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal training

College coursework

Job description

City of Indianapolis is seeking a court operations support role to assist in the administration of court functions. The position handles pleadings, monitors files, and supports judicial officers during sessions, including remote hearings.

Responsibilities include updating the case management system, coordinating jurors, and answering calls from attorneys and the public. A high school diploma is required; paralegal training and college coursework are preferred.