Courtroom Judicial Assistant - Traveling/Weekend (41-1087)
Salary:
$25.
29 HourlyLocation :
Ketchikan, AKJob Type:
Full TimeJob Number:
41342Department:
Alaska Court SystemDivision:
Trial Courts - 1st Judicial DistrictOpening Date:
08/03/2023Closing Date:
8/17/2023 5:
00 PM AlaskaPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsBargaining Unit:
Exempt JudicialRange:
12Job Description The First Judicial District of the Alaska Court System (ACS) seeks a highly dependable individual to be a Courtroom Judicial Assistant (salary range 12).
This is a traveling position based in Ketchikan and will be required to work Saturdays and Sundays along with three week days.
The selected applicant will produce electronic recordings, written and typed log note indexes of court hearings, and process court documents.
CLICK HERE FOR A MESSAGE FROM ONE OF OUR RETIRED CHIEF JUSTICES! The PositionThe Courtroom JA will maintain all aspects of court filings which include:
accept and process filings, set up case files, and enter data into the case management system for criminal, civil, probate, minor offense, delinquency and CINA files; they will calendar dates for hearings and notify all parties, as well as prepare judgments, distribute orders, and close cases.
The selected applicant will serve as Courtroom JA for judicial officers conducting hearings on Saturday and Sunday, including holidays.
They will set up the courtroom, call court to order, operate and maintain recording equipment and ensure an accurate record is made of the proceedings.
Other tasks will include:
keep the courtroom stocked with forms; create complete and thorough log notes of the proceedings; prepare and distribute paperwork; mark, secure and keep a log of exhibits; administer oaths to jurors, witnesses, bailiffs, interpreters, and other persons.
Finally, the Courtroom JA will travel to First District court locations as necessary to perform similar duties as detailed above.
Work HoursFull-time court employees are scheduled to work 37.
5 hours per week.
The hours for this position are Saturday and Sunday, plus three other week days, from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees 11 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual up to four weeks per year at full-time Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional) Personal leave accrual Personal leave accrual is based on years of creditable state service.
Those new to state service will accrue 4 weeks of paid leave (with cash value) over the course of their first year of service.
That accrual rate will increase after 2 years of service.
See for additional information.
IMPORTANT:
Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
Failure to submit a letter may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http:
//www.
courts.
alaska.
govFor information about what state courts do, please watch the following short video:
VIDEO:
The who, what, when, where and how of state courtsThe Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate AND one year of office clerical experience AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net).
Substitution:
Additional office clerical work experience will substitute for the high school diploma or GED certificate on a month-for-month basis.
Completion of 36 semester credit hours or 48 quarter credit hours of coursework from an accredited college will substitute for the year of required office clerical experience.
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course of study such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for the required office clerical experience on a month-for-month basis.
Additional Required Information This applies to your application submission.
Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):
A professional letter of interest, completed per the instructions below.
Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):
Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations, if available.
A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
LETTER OF INTERESTPlease attach a professional letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to gov.
Your letter should:
1) Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
Your letter will be used to help determine which applicants advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
KEYBOARDING CERTIFICATION REQUIREDAttach a recent keyboarding certification (dated within one year) to your application that verifies your keyboarding speed of 40 wpm or higher (net).
Online keyboarding tests are accepted with a valid website address noted on the document.
Acceptable websites include:
www.
ratatype.
com and www.
typingtest.
com.
In addition, typing tests are given at any Alaska Job Center location.
A list of locations is available at:
http:
//www.
jobs.
state.
ak.
us/offices.
WORK HISTORYIf using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time.
Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met.
If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATIONIf post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application.
If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field.
Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDUREApplicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above.
Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants.
If your application is considered not qualified, you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment.
If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you.
Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEWTo avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECKA background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made.
Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer no to these questions.
If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242.
The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information Contact Title:
RecruitmentE-Mail:
govMailing Address:
820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501Fax Number:
(907) 264-8262Phone Number:
(907) 264-8242The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package.
The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees.
Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available 11 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http:
//www.
courts.
alaska.
gov01 Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application.
Failure to follow instructions represented in these questions may result in removal of your application from consideration.
oI acknowledge I understand.
Yes No 02 Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated?Attaching a resume is NOT an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.
Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job opening.
Yes No 03 Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description?Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
Yes No 04 Have you attached (or submitted) the required keyboarding certification (dated within one year) showing a speed of at least 40 words per minute (net) that follows the directions listed in the job announcement? Yes No 05 Are you proficient at speaking another language besides English? If Yes - which language? 06 Were you referred to this vacancy by a current Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please provide their name and court location.
07 The work schedule for this position is Saturday, Sunday, and three other week days from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
Occasional travel is required.
Do you understand this requirement? Yes No 08 Are you comfortable traveling to other court locations by sea or by small aircraft? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Case Management Systems Computer Keyboards Administration Law Enforcement Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$25.
29 HourlyLocation :
Ketchikan, AKJob Type:
Full TimeJob Number:
41342Department:
Alaska Court SystemDivision:
Trial Courts - 1st Judicial DistrictOpening Date:
08/03/2023Closing Date:
8/17/2023 5:
00 PM AlaskaPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsBargaining Unit:
Exempt JudicialRange:
12Job Description The First Judicial District of the Alaska Court System (ACS) seeks a highly dependable individual to be a Courtroom Judicial Assistant (salary range 12).
This is a traveling position based in Ketchikan and will be required to work Saturdays and Sundays along with three week days.
The selected applicant will produce electronic recordings, written and typed log note indexes of court hearings, and process court documents.
CLICK HERE FOR A MESSAGE FROM ONE OF OUR RETIRED CHIEF JUSTICES! The PositionThe Courtroom JA will maintain all aspects of court filings which include:
accept and process filings, set up case files, and enter data into the case management system for criminal, civil, probate, minor offense, delinquency and CINA files; they will calendar dates for hearings and notify all parties, as well as prepare judgments, distribute orders, and close cases.
The selected applicant will serve as Courtroom JA for judicial officers conducting hearings on Saturday and Sunday, including holidays.
They will set up the courtroom, call court to order, operate and maintain recording equipment and ensure an accurate record is made of the proceedings.
Other tasks will include:
keep the courtroom stocked with forms; create complete and thorough log notes of the proceedings; prepare and distribute paperwork; mark, secure and keep a log of exhibits; administer oaths to jurors, witnesses, bailiffs, interpreters, and other persons.
Finally, the Courtroom JA will travel to First District court locations as necessary to perform similar duties as detailed above.
Work HoursFull-time court employees are scheduled to work 37.
5 hours per week.
The hours for this position are Saturday and Sunday, plus three other week days, from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees 11 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual up to four weeks per year at full-time Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional) Personal leave accrual Personal leave accrual is based on years of creditable state service.
Those new to state service will accrue 4 weeks of paid leave (with cash value) over the course of their first year of service.
That accrual rate will increase after 2 years of service.
See for additional information.
IMPORTANT:
Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
Failure to submit a letter may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http:
//www.
courts.
alaska.
govFor information about what state courts do, please watch the following short video:
VIDEO:
The who, what, when, where and how of state courtsThe Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate AND one year of office clerical experience AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net).
Substitution:
Additional office clerical work experience will substitute for the high school diploma or GED certificate on a month-for-month basis.
Completion of 36 semester credit hours or 48 quarter credit hours of coursework from an accredited college will substitute for the year of required office clerical experience.
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course of study such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for the required office clerical experience on a month-for-month basis.
Additional Required Information This applies to your application submission.
Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):
A professional letter of interest, completed per the instructions below.
Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):
Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations, if available.
A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
LETTER OF INTERESTPlease attach a professional letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to gov.
Your letter should:
1) Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
Your letter will be used to help determine which applicants advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
KEYBOARDING CERTIFICATION REQUIREDAttach a recent keyboarding certification (dated within one year) to your application that verifies your keyboarding speed of 40 wpm or higher (net).
Online keyboarding tests are accepted with a valid website address noted on the document.
Acceptable websites include:
www.
ratatype.
com and www.
typingtest.
com.
In addition, typing tests are given at any Alaska Job Center location.
A list of locations is available at:
http:
//www.
jobs.
state.
ak.
us/offices.
WORK HISTORYIf using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time.
Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met.
If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATIONIf post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application.
If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field.
Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDUREApplicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above.
Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants.
If your application is considered not qualified, you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment.
If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you.
Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEWTo avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECKA background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made.
Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer no to these questions.
If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242.
The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information Contact Title:
RecruitmentE-Mail:
govMailing Address:
820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501Fax Number:
(907) 264-8262Phone Number:
(907) 264-8242The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package.
The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees.
Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available 11 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http:
//www.
courts.
alaska.
gov01 Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application.
Failure to follow instructions represented in these questions may result in removal of your application from consideration.
oI acknowledge I understand.
Yes No 02 Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated?Attaching a resume is NOT an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.
Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job opening.
Yes No 03 Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description?Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
Yes No 04 Have you attached (or submitted) the required keyboarding certification (dated within one year) showing a speed of at least 40 words per minute (net) that follows the directions listed in the job announcement? Yes No 05 Are you proficient at speaking another language besides English? If Yes - which language? 06 Were you referred to this vacancy by a current Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please provide their name and court location.
07 The work schedule for this position is Saturday, Sunday, and three other week days from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
Occasional travel is required.
Do you understand this requirement? Yes No 08 Are you comfortable traveling to other court locations by sea or by small aircraft? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Case Management Systems Computer Keyboards Administration Law Enforcement Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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