General Magistrate Assistant (OPS)

Ninthcircuit; Kissimmee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,308,000 - 3,288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental 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 Kissimmee, FL, is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the General Magistrate in daily operations. The role includes preparing reports, drafting court orders, and maintaining the docket calendar at the Osceola County Courthouse.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and strong computer skills. The position is Full-Time, with state OPS status and eligibility for state group health insurance; relocation is not

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to quickly acquire proficiency with various software programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare form reports and court orders; draft and input legal documents and forms from rough drafts.
• Maintain docket calendar for the General Magistrate and input case dispositions.
• Screen calls, contact attorneys and litigants regarding cases; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Discretion/Confidentiality

Judgment

Organization

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Clerk Case Management System

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 is responsible work performing a variety of administrative and secretarial duties assisting in managing the daily operations and support functions of the General Magistrate office. This position will be located at the Jon B. Morgan Osceola County Courthouse, 2 Courthouse Square, Kissimmee, FL 34741.

Duties include preparing form reports and court orders; preparing legal correspondence for signature; preparing and maintaining docket calendar for the General Magistrate; preparing and inputting legal documents and forms from rough draft; inputting case disposition information; preparing notices of hearing; maintaining appointments; screening calls; and contacting attorneys and litigants concerning cases.

The chosen candidate will work at the direction of the General Magistrate; must exercise a high degree of judgment, tact and diplomacy; must be able to work independently but under the supervision of the General Magistrate; must be self-motivated and be able to work closely with others; must maintain confidentiality; must have excellent computer skills; must have the ability to quickly acquire proficiency with a variety of computer programs, including clerk case management system; must have effective use of business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation; must have superior organizational skills; and must have the capability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with others, including judges, coworkers, government officials, law enforcement, clerk’s office and the public.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. $20.51 hourly as State funded OPS (Other Personnel Services) position. This position is eligible for state group health insurance coverage. OPS positions are not eligible for holiday pay, do not accrue sick or vacation leave and are not eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS).

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

Location: Kissimmee, FL

Relocation: Not Available

The Ninth Circuit is a unique organization, rich with diversity and unlimited opportunity. Depending on certain circumstances, OPS employees may also be eligible for:

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