Administrative Assistant - Jury Commission

About the Department

Carry out administrative and general office duties for the Court. Becoming an Administrative Assistant would allow you to be involved with the Circuit Court within local government, ranging from customer service/reception and clerical work to demonstrating knowledge of division and administrative processes. Your day will consist of varied work supporting the operations of the court.  

Administrative Assistant – Jury

• Communicates with prospective jurors, court staff, judges and the public.
• Oversee juror intake and attendance functions, including check-ins, issuance of payment cards, coordination of courtroom escorts, and maintenance of accurate attendance and service documentation.
• Administer all jury-related processes within the jury management system such as questionnaires, deferrals, excusals, disqualifications, panel preparation, and case outcome updates and prepare all required documentation for the courts.
• Support daily jury operations by maintaining effective communication with court personnel, and ensuring the jury assembly area remains orderly and properly supplied.
• Requires attention to detail, confidentiality

Hours of Work

• Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position Duties

• Answer correspondence pertaining to the division or department; compile various reports as requested
• Process incoming/outgoing correspondence for urgency and distribute correspondence to appropriate person(s)
• Assist customers with basic and complex questions over the phone, in person or by mail
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment when it is not working properly
• Maintaining Office supplies
• Proficient in data entry
• Route phone calls to appropriate personnel or department, return calls and take messages as needed

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, programs, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal communication skills to be able to communicate with internal and external customer
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Knowledge of computer software programs i.e. word processing, spread sheets, custom applications and office machines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of general office work
• Ability to multi-task

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements (Ed and/or Other Requirements)

• Completion of high school education 

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. 

Other Qualifications

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Visit our  page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!   
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.

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