Judicial Admin Assistant I
• A criminal background check is required.
• An employee new to the Judicial Branch will serve a one-year probationary period.
POSITION DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is the primary assistant and staff person for the District Court Judge Kathrine Bidegaray. The assistant is responsible for performing all administrative support functions in a professional manner. The assistant will manage the court calendar by scheduling a variety of matters in consultation with the judge and other parties. The successful applicant must have the ability to multi-task and manage a number of activities in a fast paced environment. Excellent customer service skills are required as well as solid knowledge of the legal system and legal terminology. Duties also include managing the efficient functioning of the office. Conflict is an inherent part of the position and the successful candidate must be adept at handling different people and issues. Experience with Microsoft Word or Word Perfect is required.
A full job description and application are available from Human Resources at shgrandy@mt.gov.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
The position requires an associate’s degree in business, clerical studies or a similar field and at least two (2) years of progressively responsible legal experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience in a legal setting is required and can substitute for the associate’s degree. Experience as a high-level assistant is preferred.
Application Procedures:
Please apply on line at statecareers.mt.gov or forward a state application to the following address: Montana Supreme Court, Court Administrator’s Office HR, P.O. Box 203005, Helena, Montana 59620, or fax to (406) 841-2955 or email via the file transfer service see (https://transfer.mt.gov/Home/Instructions) for instructions, to shgrandy@mt.gov. The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants may obtain a copy of the Montana Judicial Branch’s EEOP Utilization Report by make their request to the Judicial Branch Human Resources office.
Eligible Training Assignment:
16.07
