Judicial Assistant

Court Administration is seeking applicants for a Full-time Judicial Assistant in Key West, Florida. The essential function of the position within the organization is to provide responsible administrative, secretarial, and clerical support to the assigned circuit court judge’s office. The position is responsible for administrative, secretarial, and clerical tasks of high responsibility. The position works independently under general supervision according to some procedures developing work methods and sequences.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Education

Refers to job specific training and education that is recommended for entry into the position. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

High school diploma or GED and two years of college or vocational school education in paralegal, secretarial skills, computer operations, or a closely related field.

Experience

Refers to the amount of related work experience that is recommended for entry into the position that would result in reasonable expectation that the person can perform the required tasks. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis, excluding supervisory experience.

Four years of related work experience.

See complete job description at www.Keyscourts. net.

How to Apply:

Application Packet Must Include the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Florida Application (applications may be found on our website at www.keyscourts.net, click on the employment page)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an application packet through Indeed or to Personnel@Keyscourts. net. State of Florida applications and complete job descriptions can be found at www.Keyscourts. net. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.

To apply for position openings, please review and comply with the stated instructions included in the specific job posting. All applicants are required to submit a cover letter, State of Florida Application and resume.

Please be advised that applying for a vacancy does not guarantee an interview or employment with the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit.

Additionally, the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background investigation as well as verification of the information contained within the application, including a minimum of two professional (past employment) reference checks.

16th Judicial Circuit total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• State of Florida Insurance Coverage Options, Including Health, Dental & Vision (Health Insurance for Traditional PPO plan is $50 for the Employee or $180 for Family)
• Retirement Package (Membership with Florida State Retirement System) - Including Employer Contributions. For more information on the FRS, please go to www.myfrs.com
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• State of Florida Tuition Wavier Program
• FREE Parking
• Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

EOE: The court encourages a diverse staff and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, disabilities, or sexual orientations. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status or disability.

ADA: If you need accommodations to participate in the application / selection process, please notify us in advance at (305)295-3652; to make a call through the Florida Relay Service you can dial 7-1-1

This Organization Participates in E-Verify: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The 16th Judicial Circuit participates in the U.S. Government’s Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify) to assist in this required verification process. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) upon hire within the first 3 days of employment. For information about E-Verify, please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

In accordance with Section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (judicial branch) are not covered under the Career Service System. All employees of the Florida State Courts System are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,746.68 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person