Judicial Executive Assistant - Minnesota Supreme Court - Minnesota Judicial Branch

Saint Paul, MN

About the Job

We are pleased to announce that the Minnesota Supreme Court is seeking a full-time Judicial Executive Assistant to provide executive and legal administrative support to two Justices of the Minnesota Supreme Court. The successful candidate should be comfortable in a professional environment and must be highly organized and detail oriented.

Example of Duties

The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform:

Type and proofread bench memoranda, correspondence, and opinions.
Maintain files and track cases with follow-up as needed.
Coordinate the circulation of case-related materials.
Maintain the Justice’s calendar and make appropriate arrangements.
Assist with preparations for court conferences and/or meetings as assigned.
Open and distribute mail.
Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.
Work in a team atmosphere to provide backup for other Judicial Administrative Assistants when needed.

Typical Qualifications

Below are the past experiences that will enable success in the role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from accredited high school or equivalent supplemented by a college degree and/or post high school legal/paralegal training.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal support position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, with knowledge of file conversion to PDF for editing in Adobe Acrobat.
Must have excellent skills in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, editing and proofreading.
Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
Must be comfortable scanning and working with electronic documents.
Ability to communicate with the public as well as court and judicial personnel effectively and respectfully.
Ability to learn and willingness to work with varying hardware and software programs.
Resourceful individual with Internet researching skills.

Salary

The expected starting salary range for external candidates is $29.13 – $37.18 per hour ($60,823 - $77,632 annually). The full salary range for this position is $29.13- $45.22 per hour ($60,823 - $94,419 annually). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.

Position Logistics

The position is classified as an Executive Assistant and will work normal business hours, Monday through Friday. Work will be conducted both remotely and in an office setting at the Minnesota Judicial Center in downtown St. Paul, MN.

To Apply

Apply online at www.mncourts.gov/careers. Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by July 21, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Employment offers may be rescinded if the required criminal background check identifies job related convictions.

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at Nicole.Zappa@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Internal Applicants

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Source : Minnesota Judicial Branch