Job Description
Organization: Montana Judicial Branch Department: 13th Judicial District Court Job Title: Judicial Administrative Assistant I Experience: At least 2 years of legal experience Salary: $23.78 per hour Location: Billings, Montana
H1: Join Our Team as a Judicial Administrative Assistant in Billings, Montana! H2: Legal and Administrative Support for District Court Judge
Position Overview: The Montana Judicial Branch is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Judicial Administrative Assistant I in Billings, Montana. In this role, you will provide legal and administrative support to the Honorable Mary Jane Knisely, District Court Judge for the 13th Judicial District. This is a full-time position with a salary of $23.78 per hour and offers a variety of benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Responsibilities: • Provide legal and court document support, including typing, editing, and proofreading • Compose letters and correspondence for review and approval by the judge • Schedule meetings and conferences, make travel arrangements, and assist with follow-up tasks • Maintain calendars, filing systems, and the judge's law library • Answer and screen phone calls, take messages, and provide information as authorized • Attend and record court proceedings as needed
Qualifications: • Associate degree in business or clerical studies, or equivalent experience • At least 2 years of legal experience, preferably in a trial court setting • Experience as a high-level assistant preferred • Strong knowledge of legal terminology, business English, and court procedures • Proficiency in Zoom and ability to coordinate and operate Zoom for hearings • Ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks, and work well under pressure • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing • Proficiency in using office equipment and computer software
Working Conditions: This position involves sitting for long periods, standing, bending, and operating office equipment. It is primarily performed in an office environment with typical everyday risks.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Montana Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.
Join Our Team: If you are interested in joining our team as a Judicial Administrative Assistant I in Billings, Montana, please submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website. Be sure to include your resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Applications without all required documents will not be considered. The first review of applications will be on March 27, 2025.
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