Secretary I - 11th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Council; Columbus (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Judicial Council is seeking a clerical Secretary I to support the 11th Judicial District in Cherokee County, Kansas. The role involves front-desk reception, data entry, filing, and coordinating records with court staff and the public.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of clerical experience, strong organization, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Fingerprint background checks will be required after hiring.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in clerical office work with data entry experience.
• Excellent organization and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients at the front window and answer the phone.
• Handle data entry, file preparation, and record maintenance.
• Communicate professionally with internal/external personnel and other agencies.

Skills

Typing skills

Data entry

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position number: K0047746

Location of Employment: 11th Judicial District Cherokee County, Kansas

Position/Salary and Benefits: Secretary I Grade 18, $18.75 hourly $19.23 after 6 months of successful performance $20.68 after 1-year of successful performance

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

This is a clerical position involving skilled operation of office equipment and general office management in the Court Services Office of the Eleventh Judicial District. Work involves independent performance of moderately complex and varied clerical duties and requires contact with the public as well as other professionals.

Job Duties:

• Greeting clients at the front window and answering the phone
• Data entry, file preparation, gathering court records, copying, filing and maintaining records
• Professional communication and collaboration with internal and external personnel and other agencies.
• Position description and duties are subject to change to meet the needs of the agency and court.

Required education and experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Six-months experience in clerical office with experience in computer data entry.
• Exceptional organization and documentation skills, and the ability to become proficient in new technology systems.
• Professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in working with computers and excellent typing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• General knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Experience with court procedures and policies
• Customer service skills and the ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Other:

Once hired, the successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

Application deadline:

open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [e-mail] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER