Administrative Assistant - Juvenile Office

16th Judicial Circuit Court of Jackson County Missouri

Jackson, Missouri, US
Base: $17.10 - $21.36 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
Not specified (assumed to be onsite based on the nature of the role).
High school diploma or ged required
Three years administrative clerical experience
Knowledge of court procedures and legal documents
The 16th Judicial Circuit Court of Jackson County Missouri is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its Juvenile Office. The role involves providing administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, handling legal documents, and interacting with the public while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to legal procedures

Job Summary

  • This position provides responsible, detail-oriented administrative support to attorneys and paralegals within the Juvenile Office.
  • The role involves preparing pleadings, subpoenas, and maintaining both paper and electronic case files using specialized software.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strict observance of ethics and maintain confidentiality while interacting with the public and agency partners.

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The 16th Judicial Circuit Court of Jackson County Missouri is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its Juvenile Office. The role involves providing administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, handling legal documents, and interacting with the public while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to legal procedures.

Salary

Base: $17.10 - $21.36 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Three years administrative clerical experience
  • Knowledge of court procedures and legal documents
  • Proficiency in case management software
  • Strong business English grammar skills

Nice-to-have

  • Legal administrative assistant experience preferred
  • Ability to attend court for service of process
  • Experience with electronic filing systems
  • Diplomatic interaction with diverse public

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 3 years administrative or general clerical experience
  • Background screening clearance
  • Child abuse and neglect clearance if applicable

Work Rights

Not specified

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