Secretary I - 11th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Council; Columbus (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Judicial Branch is seeking a Secretary I for the 11th Judicial District in Cherokee County, Kansas. The position requires greeting clients, data entry, and managing court records with professional communication to staff and external agencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, six months of clerical office experience with data entry, and strong organizational skills. A fingerprint background check is required after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Six months of clerical office experience with data entry.
• Excellent organization and documentation skills; ability to learn new systems.
• Professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Strong organization

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.

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