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Judicial Attendant - Scott (D7 141638, 112111)

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Judicial Attendant - Scott (D7 141638, 112111)

Salary

$48,110.40 Annually

Location

Davenport - 52801 - Scott County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-00059

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

07/09/2025

Closing Date

7/20/2025 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

[email protected]

To Apply

Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

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Job Description

The 7thJudicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch has an immediate opening for a Judicial Attendant position in the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa. This position will support the daily operations of a courtroom, courtroom preparations, and Judicial Officers for efficient court operations.

The starting salary for new State employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The starting pay for this position is $23.13/hour. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience. This position is a contract-covered, FLSA non-exempt position.

Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

What’s in it for YOU:

+ Collaborative, positive work environment

+ Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

+ Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

+ Excellent benefits package including health, dental and life insurance

+ Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave

+ Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan and 457/401(a) options

+ Employee discount program

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

+ Administer daily courtroom operations, courtroom preparation services, Judicial Officers supports, jury management, and trial preparation services.

+ Ensure resources, equipment, services, and ADA accommodations are arranged, recorded, and

+ delivered.

+ Conduct courtroom preparations, including electronic device setup and digital recording

+ management software use.

+ Assist judicial officers during proceedings or other court-related sessions.

+ Assist judicial officers by preparing orders, rulings, memoranda, correspondence, etc., as

+ needed.

+ Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from judicial officers, court employees,

+ attorneys, and the general public.

+ Assist with documentation, filing, and record-keeping services.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge and understanding of court operations and case flow management.

+ Ability to provide support for a judge, such as calling parties into the courtroom for the next proceeding, assisting with exhibits, and drafting correspondence and orders.

+ Ability to communicate with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner.

+ Ability to maintain order in the courtroom and interact with upset or uncooperative people.

+ Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in policies, procedures, directives, and amendments to laws and rules.

+ Ability to secure confidential information and maintain confidentiality.

+ Ability to proofread materials for grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.

+ Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

+ Verbal and written communication skills.

+ Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

+ Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch . Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise

Minimum Qualification Requirements

The incumbent must meet the minimum requirements to qualify for the position.

+ High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma)

+ One (1) year of professional office experience in business support, court, legal support, or a related area.

+ One (1) year of experience in customer service.

Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience.

Education cannot be substituted for customer service experience.

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

+ Yes

+ No

02

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

04

Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

05

What is your minimum salary requirement?

06

Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

+ Yes, I consent

+ No

07

List any professional licenses you hold:

08

Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowacourts.gov/

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