Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
	Vacant Position
	Date: 01/13/2023 Posting No.: 2023020
	Posted Until Filled

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: $19.08 - Hourly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY; INTERNAL APPLICANTS GO TO EPICOR ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: . Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.

POSITION PURPOSE: To provide administrative support to an assigned unit.

MAJOR TASK STATEMENTS AND REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES (Percentage of Time): (The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job; other tasks/duties may be assigned. The area to which the job is assigned will govern which duties apply. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities, work shift/schedule, facility, or department to meet business and organizational needs as necessary, including but not limited to the re-assignment of employees and positions, elimination of positions, and opening, moving, or closing of facilities and units.)

• Type/draft reports, letters, memos, correspondence, forms, contact journals, legal documents (Pleadings, subpoenas, summons, etc.), and other documents.
• May open cases, assign mediator, and/or fees, and prepare mediation orders.
• Process referrals, prepare files, compile packets, open/close-out cases, enroll clients in programs, or other duties specific to area of assignment.
• Perform photocopying, and open/distribute mail.
• Maintain unit time sheets, and maintain/order office supplies.
• Prepare and maintain various logs, reports, and filing system.
• Scan documents and perform related duties specific to area of assignment.

• Serve as receptionist; answer telephone, screen and direct calls, take messages, provide information, and answer questions.

• Enter and update data into the computer/system, and generate various lists/letters, and/or reports from computer.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Education above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required general experience; experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.)

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year related Administrative Assistant, and/or clerical experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have valid driver’s license from state of residence, and provide proof of such.
• Must have auto liability insurance and properly licensed/reliable vehicle, and provide proof of such.
• Must submit to and pass criminal background check as prescribed by the Court.
• Must submit to and pass sex offender registry check, and MO/KS child abuse & neglect checks.
• All applicants for this position are subject to testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing for illegal drug use.

• Knowledge of the operation of computer word processing, spreadsheets, and related software.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to work and relate in a positive fashion toward individuals from diverse backgrounds, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent telephone skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare clear, complete and logical reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate various office equipment i.e. telephone, copier/fax, printer, shredder, etc.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with interruptions while completing work within deadlines.
• Skill in typing 40 wpm.