Job Summary
This is highly responsible, independent and varied clerical and technical work in support of a Superior Court Judicial Officer. Employees in this class are responsible for performing clerical and technical work which requires independent judgment within policy guidelines and considerable knowledge of legal terminology, processes and procedures. Work requires a high degree of reliability, accuracy, speed and ability to prioritize.
Qualifications:
CLASSIFICATION DISTINCTIONS
The Judicial Assistant is differentiated from the Court Assistant classification series in that it provides support specifically to an assigned Judicial Officer. A thorough knowledge of the court department's goals, objectives, and operation is required, as is a detailed knowledge of the judge's preferences, schedule and work style. Judicial Assistants work under broad guidelines and must demonstrate considerable judgment and initiative.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of.... criminal, civil, domestic relations, dependency, juvenile offender, termination of parental rights, competency proceedings, sexually violent predator, civil commitments for incapacitated citizens, probate and guardianships proceedings; technical and confidential aspects of all areas of the law and essential county, state and court functions; Revised Codes of Washington, local and state court rules necessary to provide legal support in the Superior Court, state and local appeals process; legal terminology, forms, policies and procedures; general office practices and procedures; technical and specialized functions, policies and procedures of the work unit, including filing systems and data recording methods; procedures, documents and procedural law related to conduct of legal practice in county court systems; legal terminology and diction; standard formats for legal and business correspondence, court orders and jury instructions; business English, spelling, punctuation, diction and grammar; commonly used office machines and equipment, including various personal computer applications and software programs.
Ability to....communicate with the media as required; exercise tact and mature judgment in all personal contacts as a representative of the elected judicial officer; manage matters in confidential and sensitive manner; supervise staff and volunteers; compose legal correspondence and statistical information and prepare periodic reports; understand and render clear explanation of legal procedures and policies; understand and execute complex oral and written instructions; apply extensive guidelines to a variety of work situations; maintain or supervise the keeping of complex records; develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors
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https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.