Judicial Technician II - Ex Parte
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Mechanics & Technicians
Posted on November 28, 2024
Salary
$35.97 - $45.70 Hourly
Location
Multiple locations in King County, WA
Job Type
Regular, Full time, 35 hrs/week
Job Number
2024-23321
Department
KCSC - Superior Court
Division
Court Ops Support Services
Opening Date
11/27/2024
Closing Date
12/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z5 : Superior Ct Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
These positions are open only to employees, including temporary employees, who are currently on the King County payroll
King County Superior Court is accepting applications for two full-time Judicial Technician II positions.
The responsibilities of this classification include performing a variety of different tasks in support of the daily operations of the Court. The primary work assignment will be in the Ex Parte department providing administrative support on operational issues. This position manages the daily calendars and assists Commissioners and court customers. Work assignments may require specialized or technical knowledge in several areas of court operations. The incumbent will provide analytical support on operational issues, maintain databases and perform a wide range of support duties where needed within the department.
Who may apply: This position is open to employees, including temporary employees, who are currently on the King County payroll . Candidates for this position may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments.
Work location: This position is located at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent and King County Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue in Seattle, Washington. Incumbent may be required to work at other court facilities.
Work schedule and terms: This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week. The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position is FLSA non-exempt (hourly) and overtime-eligible.
Additional materials required: Please include a resume and cover letter describing how you meet or exceed the requirements of this position. These materials are supplemental to your application. You must still completely fill out the on-line application with your relevant education and work experience. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you include relevant information only on your resume or cover letter, or if you reference "see resume" on your application.
Please note that you can attach multiple documents to your application. Your options are:
1) Copy and paste one or more documents into the text resume section of your application.
2) Attach multiple documents/files in the attachment section.
This classification encompasses assignments in various divisions of Court Operations. No one position is responsible for all listed duties, nor are the duties listed representative of the entire functional capacity of the position at the task level.
Minimum Qualifications:
Special requirements: The ability to reliably travel throughout the County is required. Finalists are subject to the Washington State Patrol criminal background check and reference check. Criminal background records are not automatically disqualifying.
King County Superior Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Selection process: Application materials will be screened for qualifications and the most competitive candidates will be invited for interviews.
Union membership: This position is not represented by a union.
If you have questions regarding this position, please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at 206-477-1536.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$35.97 - $45.70 Hourly
Location
Multiple locations in King County, WA
Job Type
Regular, Full time, 35 hrs/week
Job Number
2024-23321
Department
KCSC - Superior Court
Division
Court Ops Support Services
Opening Date
11/27/2024
Closing Date
12/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z5 : Superior Ct Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Summary
These positions are open only to employees, including temporary employees, who are currently on the King County payroll
King County Superior Court is accepting applications for two full-time Judicial Technician II positions.
The responsibilities of this classification include performing a variety of different tasks in support of the daily operations of the Court. The primary work assignment will be in the Ex Parte department providing administrative support on operational issues. This position manages the daily calendars and assists Commissioners and court customers. Work assignments may require specialized or technical knowledge in several areas of court operations. The incumbent will provide analytical support on operational issues, maintain databases and perform a wide range of support duties where needed within the department.
Who may apply: This position is open to employees, including temporary employees, who are currently on the King County payroll . Candidates for this position may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments.
Work location: This position is located at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent and King County Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue in Seattle, Washington. Incumbent may be required to work at other court facilities.
Work schedule and terms: This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week. The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position is FLSA non-exempt (hourly) and overtime-eligible.
Additional materials required: Please include a resume and cover letter describing how you meet or exceed the requirements of this position. These materials are supplemental to your application. You must still completely fill out the on-line application with your relevant education and work experience. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you include relevant information only on your resume or cover letter, or if you reference "see resume" on your application.
Please note that you can attach multiple documents to your application. Your options are:
1) Copy and paste one or more documents into the text resume section of your application.
2) Attach multiple documents/files in the attachment section.
Job Duties
This classification encompasses assignments in various divisions of Court Operations. No one position is responsible for all listed duties, nor are the duties listed representative of the entire functional capacity of the position at the task level.
- May provide support and facilitation with various operational units within Court Operations, however, the primary assignment is within the Ex Parte department.
- Prepare and maintain calendars of court events to determine prioritization of events, efficient use of courtroom space, and time usage of courtroom personnel.
- Interact with court divisions and the legal community via emails and written notices to coordinate case-related activities and maintain the flow of case processing.
- Attend court hearings, notate significant actions taken in courtroom, and enter pertinent information into the court's database.
- Review case files and individual legal documents to ensure completeness for the Guardianship and Probate Review Calendar. Use discretion to draft court orders in guardianship, probate, trust, and minor settlement cases for Ex Parte Commissioners' review.
- Research, analyze and respond to all inquiries from the public, clients and jurors made in person, by telephone, email, or in writing regarding the court records and processes.
- Research specialized or technical information, providing general and detailed information to internal and external customers. May provide training on procedural matters, and may make formal presentations in support of the Ex Parte and Arbitration section.
- Notify parties of cases status; explain various legal programs, policies and procedures, and ramifications for non-compliance. Research and interpret policies, procedures, state and local court rules, statutes and other relevant sources to provide program-specific information relating to technical services to customers.
- Provide virtual and on-site technical assistance to judicial officers conducting remote and/or in-person hearings. Act as virtual hearing "host," direct participants and manage the virtual meeting space for multiple courtrooms simultaneously.
- Perform administrative duties as assigned. Identify priority and/or time-sensitive matters.
- Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate's degree and three (3) years' experience in court procedures and processes; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with various computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and priorities and remain attentive to detail, while meeting multiple deadlines.
- Working knowledge of court systems, including roles and responsibilities of court departments and related agencies, key personnel, and case flow.
- Knowledge of statutes, Court Rules, court procedures and practices in probate and guardianship proceedings.
- Advanced knowledge of remote meeting platforms.
Supplemental Information
Special requirements: The ability to reliably travel throughout the County is required. Finalists are subject to the Washington State Patrol criminal background check and reference check. Criminal background records are not automatically disqualifying.
King County Superior Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Selection process: Application materials will be screened for qualifications and the most competitive candidates will be invited for interviews.
Union membership: This position is not represented by a union.
If you have questions regarding this position, please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at 206-477-1536.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
