Executive Judicial Assistant to the President Judge

Franklin County, PA; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County Government seeks an Executive Judicial Assistant to support the President Judge with secretarial and administrative duties in a department handling complex litigation, policies and procedures. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and a service-driven mindset to benefit the community.

The position involves managing calendars, scheduling hearings, preparing orders and letters, taking dictation, and coordinating confidential meetings with court staff and attorneys.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with business/legal secretarial training.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and preparation of legal documents.
• 2–4 years of law office experience or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the judicial schedule; provide calendar and hearing materials.
• Schedule hearings, trials, meetings and related functions.
• Set up virtual links for hearings and meetings; notify changes to schedule.

Skills

English language proficiency

Communication skills

Organization

Discretion / confidentiality

Independent decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent plus secretarial training

Job description

Franklin County Government seeks an Executive Judicial Assistant to support the President Judge with secretarial and administrative duties in a department handling complex litigation, policies and procedures. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and a service-driven mindset to benefit the community.

The position involves managing calendars, scheduling hearings, preparing orders and letters, taking dictation, and coordinating confidential meetings with court staff and attorneys.