Judicial Assistant (Judicial Secretary I)/Project Manager

Office of the Child Advocate Delaware; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Judicial Branch seeks a Judicial Secretary I to provide administrative support to the Chancellor, focusing on court projects and event planning. The role requires strong writing, organizational skills, and discretion handling confidential matters.

Preferred qualifications include a college degree, experience with File & ServeXpress, prior work as a legal secretary or paralegal, and familiarity with generative AI. Accommodations are available during the application process.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating administrative projects and event planning.
• Experience using standard computer software programs for word formatting, spreadsheets, or databases.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chancellor in all areas with emphasis on court projects and event planning.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Generative AI

Legal document handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

File & ServeXpress

Job description

Summary Statement This employee works directly for the Chancellor of the Court of Chancery providing administrative support in all areas with special emphasis on Court projects and event planning. This is a confidential position within the Delaware Judicial Branch, and the employee serves at the pleasure of the assigned Judge.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualifications will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requisites are met. Although not required, preference will be given to the applicants who possess the following qualifications:

• A college degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with File & ServeXpress.
• Experience as a full-time Legal Secretary or Paralegal.
• Experience using generative AI.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class seriesand are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• To provide administrative support to the Chancellor in all areas with special emphasis on Court projects and event planning.

Job Requirements For Judicial Secretary I

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Experience coordinating administrative projects and event planning.
• Experience using standard computer software programs for word formatting, spreadsheets, or databases.
• Experience creating reports and various documents.
• Experience in the principles, practices, and procedures of office administration and management.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating legal/court documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively to a diverse audience and on sensitive/confidential issues.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills.

Conditions of Hire

• A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
• Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
• Valid State Issued ID or Driver's license.

Benefits

• Full time employees are eligible for free parking.
• To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.