General Magistrate Assistant

Ninthcircuit; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vision, dental and other insurance

Life insurance

Deferred compensation options

Tax-advantaged spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court in Central Florida seeks an Administrative Assistant to support two General Magistrates in the Domestic Division. The position is based at the Orange County Courthouse in Orlando and involves preparing notices, reports, court orders, and managing the docket.

Strong computer skills and excellent business English are essential. A bachelor’s degree is preferred; relevant experience may substitute.

Qualifications

• Excellent computer skills and the ability to rapidly acquire proficiency in various software programs.
• Strong business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Superior organizational skills and professional interaction with judges, coworkers and the public.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; substitute with relevant experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare form notices, reports and court orders.
• Draft legal correspondence for signature and maintain the docket calendar.
• Enter case disposition information and manage appointments.
• Screen and direct telephone calls and communicate with attorneys and litigants.

Skills

Computer skills

Business English

Discretion

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is a progressive trial court in Central Florida where employees make a difference. Our team of court professionals is richly diverse, with unique perspectives and ideas. We encourage teamwork and individual contribution and pride ourselves on changing attitudes and doing things better. We’re always interested in dynamic individuals who enjoy innovation, new ideas and the opportunity to serve others while leading the way to the court of tomorrow.

This position involves responsible administrative and secretarial duties in support of the daily operations of the General Magistrate’s Office. The role is assigned to provide dedicated support to two General Magistrates serving in the Domestic Division. The position is located at the Orange County Courthouse, 425 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32801.

Primary responsibilities include preparing form notices, reports and court orders; drafting legal correspondence for signature; maintaining the docket calendar for the General Magistrates; preparing and entering legal documents and forms from rough drafts; entering case disposition information; managing appointments; screening and directing telephone calls; and communicating with attorneys, litigants, and other stakeholders regarding case-related matters.

The selected candidate will operate under the direction of the General Magistrates and must demonstrate a high level of judgment, tact, and diplomacy. The candidate must be capable of working independently while remaining within supervisory guidelines; be self‑motivated; and work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners. Strict confidentiality is required. Candidates must possess excellent computer skills and be able to rapidly acquire proficiency in various software programs, including the clerk’s case management system. Proficiency in business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, is essential. Superior organizational skills and the ability to interact professionally with judges, coworkers, government officials, law enforcement personnel, clerk’s office staff, and members of the public are also required.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year‑for‑year basis. Salary: $3,555.08 monthly. This is a state‑funded position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Persons with a disability needing an accommodation for the application/selection process should notify Human Resources (407) 836‑2261 prior to the application deadline. If you arehearing or voice impaired, call 711.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Type: Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Shift: Day

Relocation: Not Available

The Ninth Circuit is a unique organization, rich with diversity and unlimited opportunity where all fulltime employees have access to:

• Paid Holidays
• Optional Vision, Dental and Supplemental Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Multiple Deferred Compensation Options
• Tax Favored Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Support
• Ongoing Training and Growth Opportunities