Superior Court of San Benito County
Judicial Courtroom Assistant
Superior Court of San Benito County, Hollister, California, United States, 95023
Judicial Courtroom Assistant - Superior Court of California, County of San Benito
Definition
Under general supervision, this specialized clerical level position performs complex courtroom, judicial and program support duties including legal processing, calendaring, courtroom customer service, public counter as needed and related court functions as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished from the Legal Processing Clerk by the responsibility of courtroom and judicial support duties and may have a role in mentoring and training.
Reports to
Court Executive Officer and other court staff as directed
Examples of Duties
Attend court sessions and take eMinutes of actions and proceedings. Courtroom clerk for all case types, including hearings for complex court cases and jury trials
Prepares and maintains documents and exhibits; maintains court records and files confidential reports and documents
Updates case records in eCourt which may include reporting information to DOJ, DMV and other agencies
Prepares and maintains court calendars and court dates
Assist public with court procedural questions and assists in locating material to help explain fines, fees and procedures to public
Prepares and issues legal orders such as warrants, writs, orders, subpoenas, abstracts and other official documents on behalf of the court, recalls warrants, exonerates bail, prepares judgments and dismisses or seals cases in accordance with established codes and court procedures
Performs difficult and complex duties assigned to the work unit including receiving and examining legal documents for accuracy, completeness and conformity to requirements, returns unacceptable documents, files and certifies documents as required
Accepts fines and fees and makes appropriate journal or computer entries
Collects, complies and verifies data for statistical studies and reports
Enter and retrieve data from computer systems
May train and instruct other staff in work procedures
Any and all other duties as required or assigned
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of:
General functions and organization of the judicial system, including the various divisions of the court
California and local statutes and Rules of Court that govern general court operations, as applicable to areas of assigned responsibility
Establishment and maintenance of files and information retrieval systems
Office administrative practices and procedures, including recordkeeping practices and filing
Use and operations of automated case management systems and procedures
Preparation and maintenance of court calendars
Regulations and procedures governing the disclosure of Court records and documents
Principles and practices of customer service and telephone etiquette
Arithmetic and cashiering
Proper English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
Ability to:
Understand, Interpret, explain and apply detailed, specialized information, including codes, rules, policies, procedures, forms and legal terms in carrying out job assignments accurately and efficiently
Perform full range of clerical and court support work involving judgment and accuracy
Understand and follow written and oral instructions
Carry out duties in accordance with policy, procedure and scope of responsibility
Maintain flexibility and confidentiality
Work independently and with initiative
Work with the public and other court staff in a professional and courteous manner
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Research, understand, interpret, utilize and explain California law as it relates to court procedures
Training and Experience:
Any combination of training, experience and education, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Educational level equivalent to a high school diploma or GED AND
Experience equivalent to 2 or more years of court experience
Typical Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including but not limited to computer, telephone, calculator, copiers and FAX
Typical Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with the public and other court staff.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Legal
Industries Courts of Law
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Definition
Under general supervision, this specialized clerical level position performs complex courtroom, judicial and program support duties including legal processing, calendaring, courtroom customer service, public counter as needed and related court functions as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished from the Legal Processing Clerk by the responsibility of courtroom and judicial support duties and may have a role in mentoring and training.
Reports to
Court Executive Officer and other court staff as directed
Examples of Duties
Attend court sessions and take eMinutes of actions and proceedings. Courtroom clerk for all case types, including hearings for complex court cases and jury trials
Prepares and maintains documents and exhibits; maintains court records and files confidential reports and documents
Updates case records in eCourt which may include reporting information to DOJ, DMV and other agencies
Prepares and maintains court calendars and court dates
Assist public with court procedural questions and assists in locating material to help explain fines, fees and procedures to public
Prepares and issues legal orders such as warrants, writs, orders, subpoenas, abstracts and other official documents on behalf of the court, recalls warrants, exonerates bail, prepares judgments and dismisses or seals cases in accordance with established codes and court procedures
Performs difficult and complex duties assigned to the work unit including receiving and examining legal documents for accuracy, completeness and conformity to requirements, returns unacceptable documents, files and certifies documents as required
Accepts fines and fees and makes appropriate journal or computer entries
Collects, complies and verifies data for statistical studies and reports
Enter and retrieve data from computer systems
May train and instruct other staff in work procedures
Any and all other duties as required or assigned
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of:
General functions and organization of the judicial system, including the various divisions of the court
California and local statutes and Rules of Court that govern general court operations, as applicable to areas of assigned responsibility
Establishment and maintenance of files and information retrieval systems
Office administrative practices and procedures, including recordkeeping practices and filing
Use and operations of automated case management systems and procedures
Preparation and maintenance of court calendars
Regulations and procedures governing the disclosure of Court records and documents
Principles and practices of customer service and telephone etiquette
Arithmetic and cashiering
Proper English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
Ability to:
Understand, Interpret, explain and apply detailed, specialized information, including codes, rules, policies, procedures, forms and legal terms in carrying out job assignments accurately and efficiently
Perform full range of clerical and court support work involving judgment and accuracy
Understand and follow written and oral instructions
Carry out duties in accordance with policy, procedure and scope of responsibility
Maintain flexibility and confidentiality
Work independently and with initiative
Work with the public and other court staff in a professional and courteous manner
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Research, understand, interpret, utilize and explain California law as it relates to court procedures
Training and Experience:
Any combination of training, experience and education, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Educational level equivalent to a high school diploma or GED AND
Experience equivalent to 2 or more years of court experience
Typical Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including but not limited to computer, telephone, calculator, copiers and FAX
Typical Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with the public and other court staff.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Legal
Industries Courts of Law
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