judicial assistant

State of North Carolina

<div>Agency
District Court
Division
DISTRICT COURT 33
Job Classification Title
Court Assistant (S)
Position Number
65036038
Grade
JB12
About Us
DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.
Description of Work
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
SALARY RANGE: $39,511.00 - $57,438.00
District Court 33, serving Davidson County, seeks a qualified candidate to perform a variety of secretarial and administrative tasks for the Chief District Court Judge and other District Court judges in the 33rd judicial district.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
<ul><li>Employee is one of the public-facing officials in the office and will facilitate communication to, from, within, and between judicial offices, attorneys and the public.
</li><li>Employee will assist in obtaining signatures on orders and judgments from court as well as running reports related to management of cases.
</li><li>This position also requires the employee to order and distribute office supplies.
</li><li>On some occasions this employee may provide support to the Court Coordinator, the Court Manager and the Custody Mediator in the programs managed by the District Court Judges office.
</li><li>Responding to inquiries received by the Judges' office and supporting the judges in the administration of justice will be one of the main duties of this position.
</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of: court rules and procedures; general office procedures; grammar and punctuation; word processing; commonly used rules, procedures, or methods, to perform assignments.
 
 
Skills in: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
 
 
Ability to: screen communications and based on content, handle independently or route to proper destination; apply grammar and punctuation rules; type with accuracy and speed; spell accurately; use judgment in organizing and establishing document format; give basic information and instructions regarding programs or office based on inquires; operate office equipment such as copier, calculator, fax machine, computer, and telephones.
SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
 
 
Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.
 
 
It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. R&eacute;sum&eacute;s are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications. 
 
*NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.
 All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
Charmaine J. Leeks
 
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
 
Human Resources Division
 
https://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers 
 
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an &ldquo;equivalent combination of education and experience.&rdquo; If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from high school and two (2) years of experience as a legal secretary or paralegal; or an associate degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
 
Attach cover letter and r&eacute;sum&eacute;.
EEO Statement
T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Charmaine James Leeks
Email:
HumanResources@nccourts.org</div>

Court Assistant

Superior Court of California, County of Alameda

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Salary Range</h1>
$28.58 - $34.09<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description</h1>
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is accepting applications for the position of Court Attendant. Under general supervision, Court Attendants monitor the courtroom to ensure that order and silence are maintained in and near the courtroom; ensures the security of the courtroom and the integrity of the jury; provides assistance to judicial officer, court staff, attorneys, jurors, litigants and members of the public; and performs other related duties as assigned. Vacancies will be filled at various court locations throughout Alameda County.
A Court Attendant is a full-time, non-management position, with benefits. Employees are paid an hourly rate within the prescribed salary range noted above.
Vacancies will be filled at various court locations throughout Alameda County. Employees appointed to a position of Court Attendant must be willing to travel and work throughout any of the court locations within the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES 
A Court Attendant is a non-sworn classification that provides courtroom support to judicial officers and courtroom clerks. This position is also responsible for performing general and routine security-related duties in and near a courtroom including advising the public of acceptable courtroom decorum. This classification is distinguished from Deputy Sheriffs in that the latter have direct responsibility for physical restraint of prisoners and disruptive persons protecting life and property and apprehending criminal violators.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Example of Duties</h1>
NOTE: The following are duties performed by employees in this classification; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all listed duties. 
 
1. Monitors the courtroom to ensure that the order and silence are maintained in and near the courtroom; monitors persons in the courtroom to ensure non-disruptive behaviors; serves as courtroom crier; and prevents persons from entering or leaving courtroom as required by procedure or as instructed by a judicial officer. 
 
2. Secures and inspects courtroom; and alerts the judicial officer and/or sheriff personnel to any possible security problems in or near the courtroom. 
 
3. Takes custody of jurors during deliberations and lunch; acts as a liaison between jurors and judicial officer; and ensures integrity of the jury by maintaining order and isolation from the public and compromising situations. 
 
4. Performs general clerical duties; answers telephones and assists callers; sorts and distributes mail, including jury mail; schedules appointments; runs official errands; makes copies; transports documents between courtroom and clerks' office; scans, sorts and files documents; records statistics; updates judges' libraries, as needed; and moves furniture, files and other objects as instructed. 
 
5. Provides general information and assistance to the members of the public and attorneys in person and by telephone; assist attorneys with exhibits; and serves as liaison between judicial officers, court staff, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, litigants and members of the public. 
 
6. Prepares the courtroom; conducts inventories of equipment; obtains and prepares equipment, including audio visual, video recording and listening devices; orders and distributes supplies. 
 
7. Operates a computer for checking cases, accessing email, printing department calendars, maintaining files and forms, providing daily status reports and completing electronic timesheet; reviews accuracy of scanned documents; assists the court by gathering case related information from litigants, victims and witnesses. 
 
8. Locates, retrieves and assists in organizing materials in files. 
 
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Minimum Qualifications</h1>
(May meet one of two options.) 
OPTION I
Experience:
Equivalent to two years of full-time clerical and security services experience in a courtroom, corrections, public safety, probation and/or private security company that includes heavy and direct contact in person with customers or the public. 
Or OPTION II 
Education: 
Successful completion of 30 semester units or 45 quarter units of course work in criminal justice administration, law enforcement administration or legal studies from an accredited college or university. 
And 
Experience:
Equivalent to one year of full-time clerical and security services experience in a courtroom, corrections, public safety, probation and/or private security company that includes heavy and direct contact in person with customers or the public.
This position includes a one-year probationary period. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of fingerprint check and the provision of appropriately identifying documents to certify eligibility to work in the United States.
The position is:
SEIU Rep'd - 75 Hour Classification<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Hiring Process</h1>
The hiring process will include the following components:<ul><li>
An initial screening of all application materials received including a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. A resume does not substitute for completing the application. An incomplete or partial application or supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification.</li><li>
A review of the completed application and supplemental questionnaire to select the best-qualified candidates for the oral panel interview process.
</li><li>An oral interview that will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises.</li></ul>
The Court reserves the right to change the components of the examination process and may limit the number of candidates invited to the oral interview process to include only the best-qualified candidates should there be a large applicant pool. 
 
The application and supplemental questionnaire are used to evaluate the candidate's qualifications. If you are interested in the opportunity, it is recommended that you submit your application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible since this recruitment may be closed at any time should the Court receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
If you require accommodation in the examination process because of disability, please call (510) 891-6021 to discuss.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Posting End Date</h1>
May 4, 2026</div>

Court Attendant

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo

JOB
 DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, attends sessions of the Superior Court, performs a variety of Courtroom, Judicial and/or program support duties related to Court hearings and Courtroom proceedings, and performs other related work as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis position is distinguished from the Legal Process Clerk series in that the assigned duties emphasize the Courtroom and Judicial support. The primary focus of the assignment is to independently perform the more difficult and complex clerical and administrative Courtroom legal process work. May be responsible for mentoring and peer to peer training.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
 Provide specialized clerical support for various functions during Criminal Courtroom proceedingsReceive, examine, review, prepare, process and maintain a variety of Criminal legal documents in the CourtroomVerify, enter, track, and retrieve information from automated and manual record-keeping systems; i.e., recalling of warrants, entering and filing Superior Court Informations, protective orders, consolidation of cases, etcInitiate, update, maintain and process Court calendars and Odyssey case files for Courtroom proceedingsPrepare and process remands and referrals during Court sessionsPrepare correspondence related to legal filings, legal processes, Court procedures, Court calendars, as well as respond to any inquiries regarding specific casesExamine legal documents for correctness of form and format, sufficiency of information and conformance with legal procedures for criminal matters both in and out of the Courtroom settingComplete forms according to reporting regulationsProvide case notifications on all felonies and misdemeanor formal Probation cases to appropriate agencies, including Mental Health, Parole, Probation and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
 EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONOne year of experience as a Legal Process Clerk or California Traffic Safety Institute (CTSI) Clerk OROne year of responsible clerical experience which must have involved the filing, indexing, and processing of legal documents, forms or records used for CourtOTHER REQUIREMENTSA valid California driver’s license may be required. Incumbents are required to remain available to work in a Courtroom setting outside of normal business hours on an as needed basis.

Court Process Clerk

State of Alaska

<div><div><div>Personnel rules will be applied to determine step placement for the successful internal candidate. 
THIS POSITION
You will provide leadership and support to employees; prepare time and attendance reports; performance evaluations and development plans; plan, assign, and direct the work of division staff; prepare recruitment requisitions, screening criteria, and interview questions in consultation with HR; review job bulletins, schedule and conduct interviews, perform reference checks, and provide offers to applicants. You will also develop training and orientation tools for employees to ensure proficiency, monitor and document the progress of employees, and conduct regular meetings with employees.
Additionally, you will provide guidance and training to employees regarding technical work within the department. You will oversee the management of criminal case files, including opening and closing cases, docketing, routing paperwork to files, distribution, deficiency notices, and data entry quality.
You will ensure Administrative Codes, Statutes, Court Rules, and court procedures are correctly followed by department staff; oversee the transfer of bail money and distribution of funds; work with the public, state agencies, attorneys, judges, and other court personnel on criminal related questions; and occasional back up for in-courting; other duties as assigned by the Clerk of Court. 
Work Hours
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for these positions are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break. 
Exceptional Benefits for Full-Time Employees
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and optional vision coverage, and employer-paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.
Enjoy peace of mind and long-term security while serving your community. 
See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/index.html for additional information. 
IMPORTANT: Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. Failure to submit a letter may disqualify you from consideration for an interview. 
 For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: 
http://www.courts.alaska.gov 
For information about what state courts do, please watch the following short video: 
VIDEO: The who, what, when, where and how of state courts 
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.</div> 

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Minimum Qualifications</h2></div>
<div>Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate AND two years of legal office clerical work experience. 
OR 
Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate AND four years of office clerical work experience. 
OR 
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in any field from an accredited college.
Substitution: 
Additional office clerical work experience will substitute for the high school diploma or GED certificate on a month-for-month basis.
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course of study such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for the required office clerical work experience on a month-for-month basis.
NOTE: 
Legal office clerical work experience includes service such as a Court Case Manager 1, Court Case Manager 2, or Chambers Judicial Assistant with the Alaska Court System, or work in a public or private sector law office requiring the review and processing of legal documents.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Additional Required Information</h2></div>
<div>This applies to your application submission. 
 
 Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):<ul><li>
A letter of interest, completed per the instructions below.</li><li>
Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.</li><li>
A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you, including your most recent supervisor, along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.</li></ul> 
LETTER OF INTEREST 
Please attach a professional letter of interest to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to recruitment@akcourts.gov. 
 
 Your letter of interest should: 
 1) Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 
 2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. 
 3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. 
 
The letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. 
LEGAL EMPLOYMENT 
The State&rsquo;s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The Alaska Court System does not sponsor visas.
WORK EXPERIENCE 
If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer&rsquo;s name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. 
 
EDUCATION 
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications for the position and are required with each application.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION 
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
SELECTION PROCEDURE 
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered &quot;not qualified,&quot; you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES NOTICE 
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to sixty (60) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. 
 
NEPOTISM REVIEW 
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director. 
 
BACKGROUND CHECK 
A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer &quot;no&quot; to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Contact Information</h2></div>
<div>Contact Title: Recruitment 
E-Mail: recruitment@akcourts.gov
Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 
Phone Number: (907) 264-8242</div></div></div>
 <div><div><div><div>The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work. 
 <ul><li>Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) </li><li>Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security </li><li>Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents </li><li>Vision plan (optional) </li><li>Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available </li><li>12 paid holidays per year </li><li>Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service </li><li>Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan</li></ul> 
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: http://www.courts.alaska.gov</div></div></div></div>

Court Supervisor 3

Minnesota Judicial Branch

<div>Judge Michelle L. Clark, who is chambered in the Douglas County Courthouse, Alexandria, Minnesota, seeks qualified candidates for a Court Reporter position, preferably Stenographic. The ability to travel is a requirement for this position as the court reporter will occasionally work in other counties within the Seventh Judicial District.
This position is responsible for the verbatim recording and transcription of testimony from judicial proceedings, hearings, and conferences, in compliance with all applicable statutes and court rules or as directed by the appointing authority. Additionally, the court reporter serves as the judicial officer's confidential assistant.
Alexandria is a beautiful, vibrant community of approximately 15,000 located midway between Fargo and the Twin Cities along Interstate 94. Alexandria is in the heart of lake country and anyone with an interest in outdoor activities will be satisfied with the diversity of things to do. The community is family and pet friendly. Alexandria will appeal to anyone who is looking to be outside of a metropolitan area without sacrificing all the benefits of a big city.
Prior to assuming the bench, Judge Clark worked as a law clerk for one year before joining a private practice in Alexandria. After 10 years, she moved to the Douglas County Attorney's Office, where she worked for eight years before taking the bench. She enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her family. 
Example of Duties:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
<ul><li>Capture a verbatim record of court proceedings.
</li><li>Reads or plays back testimony upon request.
</li><li>Prepare and distribute transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, opinions, State Statutes, legal guidelines and policies.
</li><li>Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
</li><li>Maintain awareness of Rules, Statutes, and policy changes/additions/deletions.
</li><li>Serve as the Judge's confidential assistant.
</li><li>Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the Judge.
</li><li>Some travel is required. 
</li></ul>Minimum Qualification
 
Stenographic Court Reporter : A person seeking employment with the Branch for the position of official stenographic court reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent; and Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years; or Compliance with one of the following: Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA; or Received an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States, or professional court reporter association; or Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two (2) years and within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript with 95% accuracy as described in (d) below; or Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must, within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript. The participating RPR certified stenographer will determine that Ninety-five (95) percent accuracy is achieved to successfully complete this requirement.
 
Stenographic court reporters who do not meet requirements as noted above must become certified by the Minnesota Judicial Branch or the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT) as an Electronic Court Reporter within three months of hire and take the record electronically until they are in compliance with a, b, c, or d above.
Electronic Court Reporter : A person seeking employment with the Branch for the position of official electronic court reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities, and skills listed in the classification specification; and Compliance with one of the following within three months of hire:
Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certificate from the State Court Administrator, or Receive an Electronic Court Reporter Certification and an Electronic Transcriber Certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT); or Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certification from an accredited court reporter school. Court Reporters are at-will employees, and the work is performed under the supervision of a District Court Judge.
Supplemental Information:
<ul><li>Please apply for this position online by clicking the Apply link near the bottom of this page.
</li><li>In addition to completing the online application, please upload and attach a cover letter and resume.
</li><li>Current judicial branch employees must have satisfactory performance in all competencies in their most recent performance evaluation and no discipline above an oral reprimand in the preceding 6 months.
</li><li>Successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check.
</li><li>This position will remain opened until filled.
</li><li>If you have questions about this position, please contact us at: 7th8th.HumanResources@courts.state.mn.us</li></ul></div>
 <div><div>Why Work for Us?
</div><div>Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another&rsquo;s growth. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Employee Benefits
</div><div>The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family&rsquo;s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Equal Employment Opportunity
</div><div>It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 7th8th.HumanResources@courts.state.mn.us . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. 
</div><div></div> 
<div><div>Internal Applicants
</div><div>If you are a current employee of the Minnesota Judicial Branch, please apply to open positions conveniently through your Oracle account by visiting Opportunity Marketplace - Browse Opportunities .</div></div></div>

Court Reporter Elect, Judge Michelle Clark, Douglas County

<div>The Seventh Judicial District is accepting applications for a full-time Court Reporter for the Honorable Nathaniel Welte, who is chambered in the Stearns County Courthouse located in St. Cloud, MN.
As a Court Reporter, you are responsible for capturing the official court record in a variety of proceedings, using in-person or remote methods. You are responsible for the verbatim recording and transcription of testimony of judicial proceedings, hearings, and conferences in compliance with all applicable statutes and court rules or as directed by the appointing authority.
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. 
Example of Duties:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
<ul><li>Capture a verbatim record of court proceedings.
</li><li>Reads or plays back testimony upon request.
</li><li>Prepare and distribute transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, opinions, State Statutes, legal guidelines and policies.
</li><li>Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
</li><li>Maintain awareness of Rules, Statutes, and policy changes/additions/deletions.
</li><li>Serve as the Judge's confidential assistant.
</li><li>Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the Judge.
</li><li>Some travel is required. 
</li></ul>Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 Stenographic Court Reporter : A person seeking employment with the Branch for the position of official stenographic court reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
<ul><li>Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
</li><li>Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years; or
</li><li>Compliance with one of the following: Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA; or
</li><li>Received an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States, or professional court reporter association; or
</li><li>Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two (2) years and within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b) , and then produce a transcript with 95% accuracy as described in (d) below; or
</li>Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must, within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript. The participating RPR certified stenographer will determine that Ninety-five (95) percent accuracy is achieved to successfully complete this requirement. 
<li>
</li></ul>Electronic Court Reporter : A person seeking employment with the Branch for the position of official electronic court reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
<ul><li>Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities, and skills listed in the classification specification; and Compliance with one of the following within three months of hire:
</li><li>Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certificate from the State Court Administrator, or Receive an Electronic Court Reporter Certification and an Electronic Transcriber Certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT); or Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certification from an accredited court reporter school. Court Reporters are at-will employees, and the work is performed under the supervision of a District Court Judge. 
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
<ul><li>Proficient in multiple computer hardware and software applications; interest in and ability to learn new technology and computer programs.
</li><li>Ability to learn, interpret, retain and apply policies, procedures and statutes, specifically relating to establishing the office court record.
</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced professional environment.
</li><li>Ability to enter clear, detailed log notes regarding significant occurrences or do trial work with the potential of high-volume, complex transcript work. The ability to type a minimum of 60 words per minute is preferred.
</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing.
</li><li>Flexible and willing to work with other judges.
</li><li>Professional and courteous while in chambers and towards the general public.
</li>Ability to maintain confidentiality 
<li>
</li></ul>Supplemental Information
<ul><li>Successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check.
</li><li>Please apply for this position online by clicking the Apply link near the bottom of this page.
</li><li>In addition to completing the online application, please upload and attach a cover letter and resume.
</li><li>Current judicial branch employees must have satisfactory performance in all competencies in their most recent performance evaluation and no discipline above an oral reprimand in the preceding 6 months.
</li><li>Successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check.
</li><li>This position will remain opened until filled. 
</li></ul>The Minnesota Judicial Branch (MJB) is committed to providing fair and equal access to justice. If you share this same commitment, desire a meaningful career serving the public, and want the opportunity to make a difference for your community, consider a career with us. 
In addition to completing the online application, please upload and attach a cover letter and resume.
If you have questions about this position, please contact us at: 7th8th.humanresources@courts.state.mn.us It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability.
Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting HR at 7th8th.humanresources@courts.state.mn.us .</div>
 <div><div>Why Work for Us?
</div><div>Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another&rsquo;s growth. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Employee Benefits
</div><div>The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family&rsquo;s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Equal Employment Opportunity
</div><div>It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 7th8th.HumanResources@courts.state.mn.us . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. 
</div><div></div> 
<div><div>Internal Applicants
</div><div>If you are a current employee of the Minnesota Judicial Branch, please apply to open positions conveniently through your Oracle account by visiting Opportunity Marketplace - Browse Opportunities .</div></div></div>

Court Reporter Elect, Honorable Judge Nathaniel Welte - Stearns County

<div>Interested in finding ways to improve court systems through your strengths in problem solving and customer service? Exploring the next step to lead others through your organizational and training skills? If you answered &lsquo;yes&rsquo;, the Minnesota Judicial Branch is looking for you!
This position acts as a liaison between the State Court of Appeals Unit, judicial staff, attorneys, and other stakeholders about cases being appealed. Court Operations Associates use a daily report to process exhibits for appeals cases by verifying all the necessary information and exhibits are ready before sending to the Court of Appeals within the specified deadlines. The position also provides backup to the Contact Center by answering phones for a minimum of two hours per day and assisting with additional tasks if needed.
This AFSCME-represented position is assigned to the Centralized Services Division located in downtown Minneapolis at the Hennepin County Government Center on C-453. The core hours for these positions are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday. This hybrid position requires a minimum of two days per week on-site, with remote work flexibility based on organizational needs.
Example of Duties:
The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform.
<ul><li>Manage court records for all case types, assuring completeness and accuracy of the record before sending the record and accompanying exhibits to the Appellate Court.
</li><li>Accurately complete administrative work in the office by performing high-level case processing and data entry work in all case types by utilizing multiple court technology systems.
</li><li>Communication via email with judicial staff and stakeholders to effectively manage appeal requests and meet the business needs of the court to assure equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
</li><li>Perform other related work duties as directed, including scanning, imaging, photocopying and transferring videos from CD/flash drive and uploading them onto the computer.
</li><li>Assist the Centralized Contact Center by answering questions regarding all divisions from the public, attorneys, and stakeholders via phone for a minimum two hours per day.
</li><li>Effectively use technological tools, such as:
<div><ul><li>Minnesota Court Information System (MNCIS)
</li></ul><ul><li>Minnesota Judicial Branch website and Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO)
</li></ul><ul><li>Online chat solution
</li></ul><ul><li>Mitel Phone System
</li></ul></div></li></ul>Typical Qualifications:
Below are the past experiences that will lead to success in the role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.
Minimum Education and Experience:
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent
</li><li>One (1) year of relevant job experience or greater, which may include but is not limited to customer service, administrative work, office, and clerical work. (For example: bank teller, cashier, court clerk, legal assistant, medical billing specialist).
<ul><li>OR equivalent education and experience
</li></ul></li>Access to reliable internet connection is required. 
<li>
</li></ul>Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
<ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside of the Judicial Branch.
</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure in a high volume, fast-paced work environment with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in maintaining and following confidentiality requirements
</li><li>Ability to listen and interpret the nature of a problem and the relevant context in order to apply knowledge of court practices and processes to address individual court customer&rsquo;s problems.
</li><li>Ability to show a high degree of respect for all customers and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, needs and experiences through courtesy and sensitivity.
</li><li>Ability to multi-task, independently prioritize work, and provide superior customer service.
</li><li>Ability to learn, adapt and utilize new technology.
</li>Ability to work in an inclusive, multicultural, and multigenerational environment that values diversity and promotes respectful and effective relationships. 
<li>
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Experience working in a district court, criminal justice, or legal environment.
</li><li>Associate, paralegal, or bachelor&rsquo;s degree
</li><li>Experience applying strong analytical skills in a detail-oriented environment.
</li>Knowledge of court procedures, policies, relevant laws, and legal documents, with working knowledge of using case management systems such as MNCIS (Minnesota Court Information System) and MNDES (Minnesota Digital Exhibit System) 
<li>
</li></ul>Supplemental Information:
The expected starting salary for external candidates is at least $23.50 per hour. The offer will take into consideration other equivalent qualifications.
The full classification earning potential is $21.45 - $35.44 per hour, $44,787.60 - $73,998.72 annually, with the top end of the range being what someone could be making after years of service in the role of Court Operations Associate. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of Minnesota employee benefits. 
Instructions to Apply:
This AFSCME-represented position is posted for bidding, internal, and external application simultaneously and will be filled in accordance with the AFSCME contract.
All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check. An employment offer may be rescinded if the background check identifies job-related convictions.
Please submit your resume, application, and references by 11:59pm on April 23, 2026.</div>
 <div><div>Why Work for Us?
</div><div>Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another&rsquo;s growth. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Employee Benefits
</div><div>The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family&rsquo;s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Equal Employment Opportunity
</div><div>It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 4th.Human.Resources@courts.state.mn.us . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. 
</div><div></div> 
<div><div>Internal Applicants
</div><div>If you are a current employee of the Minnesota Judicial Branch, please apply to open positions conveniently through your Oracle account by visiting Opportunity Marketplace - Browse Opportunities .</div></div></div>

Court Operations Associate, Hennepin County, Centralized Services Division, Appeals Unit

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