Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Schedule Development
LOCATION
Topeka, KS
POSTED
2 days ago
Position number: K0217710 Position Title and Salary: Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, $43,650 annually ($44,756 after six months; $48,177 annually after 12 months) Location of Employment: 3rd Judicial District, Topeka, Kansas 66603
Job duties: This is a highly responsible, complex, confidential administrative position assisting two judges of the district court. Professionalism is required in all aspects of this position. Work requires competence, independent judgment, discretion, a high degree of initiative balanced with common sense, and courteous interaction with court stakeholders. Applicants should be detail-oriented, understand court proceedings and/or legal terminology, and be able to prioritize and communicate well. This position requires flexibility and a good attitude.
Required education and experience: High School Graduation, minimum of three years’ experience in secretarial and general clerical work. Legal and/or court experience preferred.
Preferred qualifications: Experienced Administrative Assistant or legal secretary; skilled with computer technology (Microsoft applications) and drafting correspondence, word processing; multitasking essential, willingness to work beyond normal hours if required; excellent organizational skills, filing, scheduling, communicating effectively and experience in general office administration.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact ada@kscourts.gov or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.
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