Judicial Assistant Floater

Posting Date 09/16/26 Application Deadline 09/23/26 Pay Range Min - Mid - Max $23.00 - $30.25 - $37.50 The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $24.07 to $26.50 per hour. This position is eligible for the $1.00 floater differential. This position is Non-Exempt under the FLSA. What We Offer We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program. Click here to learn more! Job Type Unclassified - Judicial Department D800 Superior Court About the Position The Judicial Assistant - Floater provides administrative assistant/executive assistant work of average difficulty in support of a Civil Court commissioner or Judge and/or departmental administrative areas as assigned. About The Superior Court:   The Superior Court of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidenced-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of  excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law...every person, every day, every time .  We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety. Position Qualifications We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications : Education: High School diploma or GED Experience: Three (3) years of administrative experience OR Combined Education And Experience Qualifications: Experience as a Bailiff/Courtroom Assistant or Judicial Clerk Senior within the Maricopa County Superior Court may substitute for the experience requirement. Completion of an accredited legal secretary or paralegal training program or certification, may substitute for two years of experience. An equivalent combination of post-secondary education may substitute on a year-for-year basis. Other Requirements: Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license at the time of hire. Our Preferred Candidate Has: Bilingual skills in Spanish/English Knowledge and experience with Civil Court procedures, legal terminology, and the legal requirements for processing court documents Experience working in a court system, law office or other legal setting Experience interacting with judges, commissioners, and attorneys Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Knowledge Of: Court policies and procedures, legal terminology, office procedures and practices, and the legal requirements for processing court documents.  Principles and processes for customer service standards and procedures. Skill In: Verbally communicating with others to convey information effectively. Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. The use of computer applications and software such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, iCIS, OnBase, and GoToMeeting.  The following equipment: multi-telephone system, For the Record, and copy machine. Ability To: Understand and follow quickly and accurately brief written and oral instructions. Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. Maintain a court calendar and work effectively with judges, commissioners, attorneys, court personnel, and the public. Essential Job Tasks (This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.) Provides all administrative support of Civil Court Judge or Commissioner as a Judicial Assistant and/or Courtroom Assistant.  Prepares, maintains, and revises daily court calendars, including setting hearings/trial dates and processing motions.  Arranges for interpreters, court reporters, and special assignments as necessary.  Reviews case files for completeness; contacts interested parties for missing information.  Prepares information for Judge's or Commissioner's review prior to hearings.  Prepares courtroom, gathers all parties for hearings, directs when cases will proceed to courtroom, and manages calendar flow.  Assists in case flow management with daily input of hearing outcomes into the court database.  Answers questions in person and by telephone from self-represented litigants, attorneys, and court staff.  Reviews mail daily and processes all in-box and out-box correspondence for Judge or Commissioner.  Works collaboratively with other Judge or Commissioner divisions to offer assistance in time of need by posting minute entries, processing incoming division mail or updating division calendar activity reports.  Provides administrative support for Civil Court Administration, including providing assistance at the Civil Customer Service Window, answering phone calls, reviewing Cal-Acti reports and other duties as needed. Assists others or divisions as needed. Working Conditions :   While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to communicate clearly, perceive details of objects tha