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Required Documents
Resume – include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
Applications with missing required documents will not be reviewed.
The Montana Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Montana Judicial Branch offers a variety of opportunities to help you make a difference in your community, and further your career. As a service-oriented employer, we seek employees with a passion for customer service to help us fulfill our mission to provide an independent, accessible, responsive, impartial, and timely forum to resolve disputes; to preserve the rule of law; and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and Montana.
Benefits
Work/life balance
Family friendly policies
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you for student loan forgiveness under the PSLF
Location: Missoula, MT. Missoula is known as the “Garden City” and is home to the University of Montana.
Job Overview Part‑time position providing legal and administrative office support and judicial process coordination for the District Court Standing Master for the 4th Judicial District in Missoula, MT. Work includes supporting one or more judges in a multi‑judge court or board of judges, and potentially assisting court administrators or other court departments.
Job Duties
Type, edit, and proofread a variety of legal and court documents for grammar, style, punctuation, sentence structure, spelling, and format; serve as personal and confidential assistant to the judge.
Compose letters and other correspondence and proposed legal documents; review pleadings, correspondence, and telephone messages for proper action; draft orders for the judge’s review; communicate with counsel, parties, jurors, law enforcement, and other agencies as authorized.
Arrange meetings and conferences by notifying participants, preparing and distributing agenda and materials, assisting with follow‑up of decision items, and coordinating travel arrangements.
Organize and coordinate incoming paperwork to keep relevant individuals informed and to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Maintain hard copy and electronic calendars of case status, conferences, and other events; schedule cases for the judge; remind judge and others of dates and events; pull files and obtain other information required for court, conferences, and meetings; maintain filing systems; order office supplies; maintain the judge’s law library.
Receive, screen, and route incoming telephone calls and provide information as authorized; screen mail, schedule matters for hearing, and maintain judge’s personal calendar.
Answer telephone calls in a professional, confidential, and courteous manner; take messages and provide information as authorized.
Arrange for, attend, and electronically record court proceedings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of legal terminology and format.
Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation.
Thorough knowledge of legal office practices, procedures, equipment, and standard office assistant techniques.
Considerable knowledge of court procedures, preferably in a trial court setting.
Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn Zoom and routinely coordinate, set up, and operate Zoom for hearings.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex verbal and written instructions.
Ability to recognize and maintain the need for confidentiality in work assignments.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to operate a computer with word processing software.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Ability to accurately maintain extensive file systems.
Ability to work well in cooperation with others, execute tasks promptly, be self‑directed and well‑organized, and work well under pressure.
Ability to deal with irate or upset people in a calm manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county attorney staff, public defenders, attorneys, other judges, district court employees, and the public.
Skill in the operation of office equipment.
Working Conditions Position requires activities such as sitting for long periods, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing stairs, lifting, moving, and carrying light to medium objects, and operating office equipment.
Physical Demands The work is performed primarily in an office environment and involves normal everyday risks that require standard safety precautions typical of offices.
Licensure and Certification Requirements Possession of a valid Montana driver’s license may be required for some positions; proof of insurance if using a personal vehicle on state business.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)
Associate degree in business or clerical studies or a similar field.
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible legal experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience in a legal setting can substitute for an associate degree.
Experience as a high‑level assistant is preferred.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Salary: $24.78 per hour (Hourly).
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible.
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.
Number of Openings: 1. Employee Status: Regular. Schedule: Full-Time. Job Type: Standard. Shift: Day Job. Travel: Yes, 5% of the time. Primary Location: Missoula.
Agency: Judicial Branch. Union: 000 – None. Posting Date: Nov 4, 2025. Closing Date: Ongoing.
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References.
Contact Name: Mandi Edlin. Contact Email: mandi.edlin@mt.gov. Contact Phone: 406-841-2965.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff or dial the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Required Documents
Resume – include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
Applications with missing required documents will not be reviewed.
The Montana Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Montana Judicial Branch offers a variety of opportunities to help you make a difference in your community, and further your career. As a service-oriented employer, we seek employees with a passion for customer service to help us fulfill our mission to provide an independent, accessible, responsive, impartial, and timely forum to resolve disputes; to preserve the rule of law; and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and Montana.
Benefits
Work/life balance
Family friendly policies
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you for student loan forgiveness under the PSLF
Location: Missoula, MT. Missoula is known as the “Garden City” and is home to the University of Montana.
Job Overview Part‑time position providing legal and administrative office support and judicial process coordination for the District Court Standing Master for the 4th Judicial District in Missoula, MT. Work includes supporting one or more judges in a multi‑judge court or board of judges, and potentially assisting court administrators or other court departments.
Job Duties
Type, edit, and proofread a variety of legal and court documents for grammar, style, punctuation, sentence structure, spelling, and format; serve as personal and confidential assistant to the judge.
Compose letters and other correspondence and proposed legal documents; review pleadings, correspondence, and telephone messages for proper action; draft orders for the judge’s review; communicate with counsel, parties, jurors, law enforcement, and other agencies as authorized.
Arrange meetings and conferences by notifying participants, preparing and distributing agenda and materials, assisting with follow‑up of decision items, and coordinating travel arrangements.
Organize and coordinate incoming paperwork to keep relevant individuals informed and to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Maintain hard copy and electronic calendars of case status, conferences, and other events; schedule cases for the judge; remind judge and others of dates and events; pull files and obtain other information required for court, conferences, and meetings; maintain filing systems; order office supplies; maintain the judge’s law library.
Receive, screen, and route incoming telephone calls and provide information as authorized; screen mail, schedule matters for hearing, and maintain judge’s personal calendar.
Answer telephone calls in a professional, confidential, and courteous manner; take messages and provide information as authorized.
Arrange for, attend, and electronically record court proceedings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of legal terminology and format.
Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation.
Thorough knowledge of legal office practices, procedures, equipment, and standard office assistant techniques.
Considerable knowledge of court procedures, preferably in a trial court setting.
Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn Zoom and routinely coordinate, set up, and operate Zoom for hearings.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex verbal and written instructions.
Ability to recognize and maintain the need for confidentiality in work assignments.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to operate a computer with word processing software.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Ability to accurately maintain extensive file systems.
Ability to work well in cooperation with others, execute tasks promptly, be self‑directed and well‑organized, and work well under pressure.
Ability to deal with irate or upset people in a calm manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county attorney staff, public defenders, attorneys, other judges, district court employees, and the public.
Skill in the operation of office equipment.
Working Conditions Position requires activities such as sitting for long periods, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing stairs, lifting, moving, and carrying light to medium objects, and operating office equipment.
Physical Demands The work is performed primarily in an office environment and involves normal everyday risks that require standard safety precautions typical of offices.
Licensure and Certification Requirements Possession of a valid Montana driver’s license may be required for some positions; proof of insurance if using a personal vehicle on state business.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)
Associate degree in business or clerical studies or a similar field.
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible legal experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience in a legal setting can substitute for an associate degree.
Experience as a high‑level assistant is preferred.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Salary: $24.78 per hour (Hourly).
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible.
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.
Number of Openings: 1. Employee Status: Regular. Schedule: Full-Time. Job Type: Standard. Shift: Day Job. Travel: Yes, 5% of the time. Primary Location: Missoula.
Agency: Judicial Branch. Union: 000 – None. Posting Date: Nov 4, 2025. Closing Date: Ongoing.
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References.
Contact Name: Mandi Edlin. Contact Email: mandi.edlin@mt.gov. Contact Phone: 406-841-2965.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff or dial the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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