Judicial Assistant III (may underfill)

About the role

The position serves as a Judicial Assistant III in the Salt Lake City Justice Court, operating under a hybrid work model. It involves directing and scheduling court hearings, preparing and filing criminal matters, and assisting with various court processes.

Responsibilities

• Issues, directs, and schedules court hearings via virtual hosting systems.
• Prepares and verifies documents for court use by judges and attorneys.
• Maintains and electronically files all charging documents from outside agencies.
• Monitors and closes cases based on standing orders and policies.
• Manages court calendars for criminal, traffic, and small claims cases.
• Operates court data management systems to input and retrieve case information.
• Responds to questions about court processes and provides information on city codes and state statutes.
• Resolves discrepancies in court records and determines penalties for traffic, criminal, and small claims cases.
• Processes financial obligations and manages collections.
• Represents the court at community outreach events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience as stipulated for each level (JAI, JAI II, JAI III).
• Ability to obtain Utah BCI systems certification within 30 days upon request.
• Proficiency in computers, Microsoft Office, and electronic filing systems.
• Confidentiality and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to follow complex directions and prioritize tasks.
• Hybrid work schedule from home.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of experience in a customer-oriented or hybrid office environment, including two years of legal experience as a Judicial Assistant, Paralegal, or Legal Assistant.
• Three years of experience in a customer-oriented or hybrid office environment, including one year of legal experience as a Judicial Assistant, Paralegal, or Legal Assistant.
• Two years of experience in a customer-oriented or hybrid office environment.

Skills

• Knowledge of the judicial system, court procedures, and legal processes.
• Broad knowledge of due process and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service skills, especially under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to operate court data management systems.
• Proficiency in multiple specialties and courtroom capabilities.

Benefits

• Full city benefits including health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and personal leave, six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave, retirement contributions, and a robust Employee Assistance Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement, discounted supplemental benefits, and up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually.

Pay

The salary range for this position is as follows:

• Judicial Assistant I: $20.68 - $31.09
• Judicial Assistant II: $21.99 - $33.06
• Judicial Assistant III: $22.75 - $34.20

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a scheduled work hour of 40 hours per week.