Secretary I - 11th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Judicial Branch is seeking a Clerk/Secretary I for the 11th Judicial District in Cherokee County. The role involves greeting clients, managing front-desk inquiries, data entry, and maintaining court records with professional communication to internal and external parties.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of clerical experience, with strong organization and confidentiality skills. Fingerprint background check is required after hire.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 duties may change to meet agency and court needs.

Skills

Data entry

Phone skills

Customer service

Professional communication

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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