Judicial Technician III
- Summary
The responsibilities of this classification include performing a variety of job-related positions as temporary replacement in support of the daily operations of the Court. Work assignments may require specialized or technical knowledge in several areas of court operations. The incumbent provides analytical support on operational issues, maintains databases, and performs a wide range of support duties where needed within the department. When covering in a court, the incumbent acts as the contact person for the judges and communicates technical and sensitive information to attorneys, litigants, jurors, court personnel, agencies, law enforcement, media and the public regarding case information, court procedures, and other matters related to the operations of the department.
Who may apply: This position is open only to regular and temporary employees who are currently on the King County payroll Applications may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments.
Work location: This position is based in the King County Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue, Seattle. The incumbent may be required to work at other Superior Court locations as assigned, including the Children and Family Justice Center, Involuntary Treatment Court at Harborview Medical Center, and other locations
Work schedule and terms: This is a full-time position working a 35-hour work week. The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Variations from these hours may occur based on the needs of the Court. This position is non-exempt (hourly) from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and overtime-eligible.
Additional materials required: Please include a resume and cover letter describing how you meet or exceed the requirements for 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 the 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 the application.
2) Attach multiple documents/files in the resume 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:
- Responsible for management of caseloads and determine trial readiness of cases set for trial. Prepare and distribute reports, and notify attorneys, litigants, court personnel and other parties on reassignment of cases for trial. Inform attorneys and parties of case status and provide legal resources, policies and procedures for non-compliance per court policy.
- Monitor cases; schedule hearings, track motions and conferences. Prepare and distribute calendars for judge and other court personnel for inter-department purposes; maintain a judge’s calendar. Coordinate with courts regarding reassignment of cases, transmit documents to appropriate court, and synchronize notice to all parties of trial setting details. Assemble records, reference materials for cases for review.
- Direct and assist jurors during trials by acting as the Court’s liaison for questions and concerns while complying with and applying appropriate statutes, court rules, policies and procedures. This may involve multiple jury panels and videoconferenced jury selection.
- Assess the need for extra security measures and advise the appropriate law enforcement agency.
- May be required to perform legal research and analysis, and prepare legal correspondence, memoranda, court orders, and jury instructions. This includes drafting, preparing, proofreading, and editing of those legal documents.
- Use the court’s civil and criminal case management system and domestic case reports and applications to manage all pending cases in the judge’s individual caseload. Update and maintain accurate databases. Use a wide variety of software programs to manage a judge’s department.
- Research, interpret, and comprehend policies, procedures, state and local court rules, statutes and other relevant sources to provide information relating to specialized or technical services for internal and/or external customers over the phone, in writing and/or in person.
- Process mail, email, voicemail, motions, legal pleadings and submissions, legal files, and requests from the judge. Provide copies of court orders to parties and counsel.
- May be requested to train new bailiffs.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
A high school diploma and three or more years of experience in legal or public administration related field, or a combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Independent judgment and confidentiality are required.
Working knowledge of the court system, including roles and responsibilities of court departments and related agencies, key players and case flow. Knowledge of case flow as it relates to the court’s case management, including requirements of case readiness for civil and criminal matters. Ability to interpret court procedures, civil and criminal law, legal terminology, Washington Administrative Codes, Revised Codes of Washington, and the Code of Judicial Conduct.
Knowledge of human behavior and conflict resolution techniques. Familiar with basic safety, emergency and first aid procedures. High level of skill in maintaining confidential information; oral and written communications, including public speaking; technical writing; interpersonal and human relations and ability to work with a diverse client population, including internal staff and other stakeholders, and external customers. Must be willing and able to work in a team environment. Must be proficient with various computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs and database management. Must have knowledge of and ability to learn specialized software applications.
- Supplemental Information
Necessary special requirements: The ability to reliably travel throughout the county is required. Finalists are subject to the Washington State Patrol criminal background check and a reference check. Criminal background records are not automatically disqualifying.
As of December 6, 2021, King County Superior Court employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your response to questions regarding your vaccination status will be reviewed as part of Superior Court's hiring process.
Union membership: This position is not represented by a labor union.
Selection process: Application materials will be screened for qualifications and the most competitive candidates will be invited for interviews.
Please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at 206-477-1536 if you have questions regarding this position.
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:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- 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: King County employees are eligible to 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
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and 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. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
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.
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01This application requires a resume and cover letter, in addition to a completed application form. If you do not attach a resume and cover letter your application will be incomplete and will not be considered. Have you attached a resume and cover letter?
- Yes
- No
02This position is only open to regular and temporary employees who are currently on the King County payroll. Are you a regular or temporary employee currently on the King County payroll?- Yes
- No
03If you answered "Yes" to Question 2, for which King County department do you work?04Please indicate your highest level of educational attainment- Did not graduate from high school or obtain GED
- High School diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's or technical degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
05How many years of experience do you have working in a legal or public administration field?- None
- Less than one year
- At least one year but less than three years
- At least three years but less than five years
- At least five years but less than ten years
- Ten or more years
Required Question