Job Description

Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you hold a positive, service- oriented attitude who can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the person we are looking to add to our team!The Second Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch has an immediate opening for a Judicial Specialist 2 position in the Sac County Clerk of Court office in Sac City, Iowa. The position performs clerical tasks in maintaining and processing court records and materials, as well as assisting customers with court-related matters. Travel to other counties in Iowa may be required.The starting salary for new State employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The starting pay for this position is $18.59 hourly / $1,487.20 bi-weekly. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience.Location: Sac County, Sac City, IAHours: Monday - Friday 8:00A - 4:30PTo Apply: Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.What's in it for YOU:

• Collaborative, positive work environment
• Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
• Iowa Public Employees' retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
• Employee discount program
• Position may be eligible for the federal Personal Student Loan Forgiveness program.

The following skills and experience will enable your success in this role:

• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public
• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Critical thinking skills
• The ability to maintain confidentiality
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to assist Judges, Attorneys, and Pro Se Litigants

Desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS)This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and two (2) years of successful completion of accredited post high school education in business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant or related program.
• Two (2) years of professional office experience in business, court or legal work or a related area with one (1) year of the experience involving customer service. At the discretion of the appointing authority additional years of experience may be substituted for the required post high school education.
• Or, the successful completion of additional years of education (i.e., Bachelor's Degree) may be substituted for years of experience on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience. Education cannot be substituted for customer service experience.

01Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

• Yes
• No

02PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

• Yes
• No

03List any professional licenses you hold:04If you are an Internal Iowa Judicial Branch Candidate: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch Leadership and Professional Development Certificate?

• Yes
• No

05Please explain any gaps in your employment history?06Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.07What is your current salary?08What is your minimum salary requirement?09Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

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