Judicial Assistant - Superior Court id-9564

May 26, 2025

About the position

The Judicial Assistant position at the Superior Court in Decatur, GA, is a non-merit role that serves at the discretion of the appointing authority. This position is crucial for providing administrative support within the office or chambers of an assigned judge. The Judicial Assistant will be responsible for a variety of essential functions that ensure the smooth operation of the court's administrative tasks. This includes supervising and evaluating assigned staff, managing daily

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Responsibilities

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

Processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate.

Assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; acts as a liaison between employees and management.

Organizes, prioritizes, assigns, and/or coordinates work; ensures that staff members have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work.

Manages daily operations of assigned judge's office to facilitate proper administration of court.

Coordinates the judge's schedule; creates, maintains and distributes calendar; verifies holidays and includes trials, motions and hearings.

Prepares and mails notices for calendars to all involved parties; interacts with parties regarding scheduling issues/conflicts.

Maintains membership dues, organization affiliations, and continuing education activities; reviews requirements for compliance.

Conducts research and makes training, travel and lodging arrangements; reviews invoices and submits payment vouchers.

Performs personnel and payroll duties for assigned staff; serves as a liaison to human resources and payroll departments.

Monitors and implements office budget; administers purchasing processes and payments for equipment, supplies, maintenance, and judicial resources.

Acts as liaison between judge and attorneys, staff, litigants, other agencies, and the general public.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Business Administration or a related field required.

Two years of office management experience in a legal setting.

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

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