Judicial Assistant

The Vermont Judiciary is recruiting a full-time Judicial Assistant to provide specialized customer support, clerical, and data entry work involving one or more docket areas within a court's jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Performs case-flow functions across the full case-cycle including docket entry, entering new electronic and paper filings, sending notice, reviewing case documents for accuracy/completeness, preparing orders & motions, scheduling events on court calendar.
• Operates various tools to support both in-person and remote virtual court hearings.
• Provides operator function during court hearings by providing high-speed docket entry and real-time processing in medium and high-volume settings such as the criminal docket.
• Ensures standardized business practices are followed through attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Responds to customer inquiries to assist with filling-out forms, using court kiosks, preparing for court appearances, and providing case information.
• Maintains excellent customer interaction by providing prompt information and assistance.
• Collects fines and fees according to established procedure; closes, balances, and reconciles tills.
• Maintains working knowledge and adherence to court rules and statutes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical, secretarial, or data entry experience.
• Prior experience in a legal setting or mastery of office technology preferred.
• College training may substitute for the work experience on a year-for-year basis.

Benefits

• 12 days of vacation and sick leave per year.
• 14 holidays paid per year.
• Group life and medical insurance available.
• Dental coverage effective after six months.
• Membership in the Vermont State Employees Retirement System.
• Long-term retirement investment plan available (457 Plans).

Compensation

Starting salary is $25.08 per hour. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature.