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Judicial Assistant - Various Locations
State of Utah
020 Judicial Branch
Job Description
Summary
This job involves supporting judges and court staff by handling administrative tasks in the courtroom, such as guiding people through court processes, managing records, and ensuring fair access to justice.
A good fit would be someone who is organized, patient, and enjoys helping others navigate legal systems without getting overwhelmed by details.
It's ideal for those with administrative experience who value public service in a structured environment.
Key Requirements
- Strong organizational skills to manage court records, minutes, and filings accurately
- Excellent communication abilities to listen patiently and guide court patrons compassionately
- Knowledge of courthouse procedures and processes to provide timely assistance
- Attention to detail to align records with judicial intentions, like sentencing or financial obligations
- Proactive problem-solving to remove barriers for court users and support judicial officers
- Administrative experience in a legal or public service setting preferred
- Education and experience commensurate with compensation, typically high school diploma or equivalent with relevant background
Full Job Description
The judicial assistant plays a crucial role in providing the people with an open, fair, efficient, and independent system for the advancement of justice under the law. Judicial officers (judges, justices, and commissioners) deliver justice under the law to court patrons. The judicial assistant facilitates and guides administrative courtroom interactions and transactions for judicial officers as authorized by their line of management. Typically, the judicial assistant provides guidance on courthouse processes/procedures; listens to court patron questions and concerns with patience and compassion; timely and accurately produces court records such as minutes, filing of court orders, and sentencing; ensures court records and accomplishment of tasks for court patrons are aligned with the intent of the judicial officer (such as release from custody, sentencing details, financial obligations, etc.); proactively finds ways to remove barriers to the justice system for court patrons appropriately; and in many other appropriate ways assists judicial officers by taking on appropriate administrative functions so that courtroom decisions may be guided by uncluttered, principled analysis.
To apply, please visit the Utah State Courts job page to view current job listings.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
Requirements
To apply, please visit the Utah State Courts job page to view current job listings.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
Qualifications
To apply, please visit the Utah State Courts job page to view current job listings.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
Additional Information
To apply, please visit the Utah State Courts job page to view current job listings.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
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