Judicial Specialist 2 (141733 112045 Johnson Co)

Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you have a positive, service-oriented attitude and can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the perfect addition to our team!

Sixth Judicial District Court Administration (Johnson County) has an immediate opening for a Judicial Specialist 2.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All 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:

• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Ability to assist Judges, Attorneys, and Pro Se Litigants
• Basic computer skills
• The ability to maintain confidentiality
• Critical thinking skills
• Detail oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public

Under the direct supervision of court administration, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may involve travel to other counties in the district, including Linn, Iowa, Jones, Benton, and Tama Counties.

What’s In It For YOU

• Collaborative, positive work environment
• Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
• Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
• Employee discount program
• Excellent benefits package

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.