Judicial Assistant

MONROE COUNTY PERSONNEL - Sparta, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

Sparta, WI

About the position

The Judicial Assistant position at Monroe County's Circuit Court involves providing essential administrative support to the Circuit Court Branch II Judge. This role is crucial for maintaining the court's operations, ensuring that all proceedings are scheduled and managed effectively while adhering to legal guidelines and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative support to the Circuit Court Branch II Judge.
• Schedule court proceedings according to guidelines established by the Judge.
• Prepare notices and notify counsel and parties involved in court cases.
• Contact prisons and jails to arrange for inmate appearances via phone or video-conferencing.
• Maintain the court calendar for the Circuit Court.
• Perform case management duties while adhering to case processing guidelines.
• Monitor case deadlines to ensure timelines are met.
• Draft orders and amendments in court cases.
• Perform file management while maintaining strict confidentiality for various case types.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in paralegal, criminal justice, legal assistant, or closely related field with three years of clerical work experience.
• High school diploma/equivalent with five years of clerical or office support work experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may also be considered.

Benefits

• Full-time position with stable employment in the judicial system.