Judicial Specialist 2 (112104 Clinton Co)

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　　Judicial Specialist 2 (112104 Clinton Co)

　　Salary

　　$37,544.00 - $54,932.80 Annually

　　Location

　　Clinton - 52732 - Clinton County, IA

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Job Number

　　24-02415

　　Agency

　　444 Judicial

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/1/2024 11:59 PM Central

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　　Point of Contact

　　[email protected]

　　To Apply

　　Please attach a cover letter and resume (PDF format) along with the completed online application. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

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　　Job Description

　　The Seventh Judicial District has an immediate opening for a Judicial Specialist 2 to join our team in the Clinton County office in Clinton, Iowa. Internal candidate may be hired at his or her current classification, e.g. Judicial Specialist 3 or 4.

　　The starting salary for new State employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The starting pay for this position is $18.05 – 26.41/hour

　　Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

　　To Apply: Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

　　To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:

　　Excellent communication skills

　　Basic computer skills

　　The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public

　　Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service

　　Critical thinking skills

　　The ability to maintain confidentiality

　　Detailed-oriented

　　Ability to assist Judges, Attorneys, and Pro Se Litigants

　　Under direct supervision of Assistant District Court Administrator, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case management and processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may occasionally involve travel to other counties in the district.

　　What’s in it for YOU:

　　Collaborative, positive work environment

　　Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

　　Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

　　Excellent benefits package including health, dental and life insurance

　　7 Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave

　　Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan and 457/401(a) options

　　Employee discount program

　　Duties:

　　Under the supervision of the District Court Administrator or designee, this position provides important customer service, clerical, paralegal and/or administrative assistance for the efficient operation of the courts. Performs a variety of tasks supporting the efficient operations of a high-volume court, maintains court schedules, arranges court interpreter services and assists court users. Performs related work as directed by the District Court Administrator or designee. The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform:

　　Schedule court proceedings with attorneys, self-represented parties and judicial officers.

　　Draft and file routine scheduling orders.

　　Provide court users with accurate procedural information.

　　Direct court filings to judicial officers using a case management system.

　　Performs clerical duties for the assigned judicial officer, which includes orders, correspondence and other court-related documents.

　　Assist judicial officers inside and outside of the courtroom.

　　Assists judges by securing witnesses, opening court, organizing and listing exhibits, maintaining court decorum; provides assistance for jurors; works closely with judges, attorneys, jurors and the general public.

　　Under general supervision, performs a variety of structured clerical/secretarial tasks supporting the efficient operation of a high-volume court; performs other clerical work as required.

　　Although the position is primarily assigned to the Scott County courthouse in Davenport, occasional travel may be required anywhere within the Seventh Judicial District (courthouses in Clinton, Davenport, Maquoketa, Muscatine and Tipton).

　　This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

　　Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

　　Minimum Qualification Requirements

　　Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and two (2) years of successful completion of accredited post high school education in business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant or related program. Two (2) years of professional office experience in business, court or legal work or a related area with one (1) year of the experience involving customer service. At the discretion of the appointing authority additional years of experience may be substituted for the required post high school education.

　　Or, the successful completion of additional years of education (i.e., Bachelor’s Degree) may be substituted for years of experience on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience. Education cannot be substituted for customer service experience.

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　　IJB 1 - Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

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　　IJB 2 - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

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　　IJB 4 - Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

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　　IJB 5 - Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

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　　IJB 6 - What is your current salary?

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　　IJB 7 - What is your minimum salary requirement?

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　　IJB 3 - List any professional licenses you hold:

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　　IJB 8 - Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

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　　State of Iowa

　　Agency

　　444 Judicial

　　Address

　　Iowa Judicial Branch Building

　　1111 E Court Ave

　　Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

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