Court Services Assistant III

Job Description

Court Services Assistant III | Superior Court of Los Angeles County

The Tone:
This is an advanced journey-level position at the Superior Court of Los Angeles County, the largest unified trial court in the United States, operating with 582 judicial officers and over 4,600 employees across 36 facilities. The Court is dedicated to its mission of providing equal access to justice for all residents of Los Angeles County. This role is central to that mission, ensuring cases proceed smoothly and fairly through the court system and directly impacting the efficiency and integrity of daily court operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Court Services Assistant III
• Location: Hybrid, Los Angeles, CA

• Mission: Ensure cases move smoothly and fairly through the courts, impacting the efficiency and integrity of court operations.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Assignment Management: Take ownership of complex assignments across diverse legal areas, including criminal, civil, probate, juvenile, and appeals, collaborating with judges, attorneys, and the public.
• Document Processing: Review and accurately process critical legal documents, ensuring adherence to established procedures and legal requirements.
• Calendar Management: Prepare and meticulously manage court calendars, ensuring timely scheduling and efficient flow of court proceedings.
• Legal Issuance: Issue writs and warrants as required, contributing to the legal enforcement and administrative processes of the court.
• Courtroom Support: Provide essential support for courtroom operations during hearings and trials, including coordinating jury services and handling specialized filings, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Advanced journey-level career requiring United States citizenship. Candidates must possess either a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, OR an Associate’s degree (or equivalent 60 semester/90 quarter units) from an accredited college.
• Experience: Requires either three years of experience in a business environment (if possessing a high school diploma/GED) or one year of experience in a business environment (if possessing an Associate’s degree). This experience must include general administrative, clerical, or retail duties, providing customer service, handling cash, and utilizing basic computer skills.
• Skills: Customer service, cash handling, basic computer proficiency, strong detail orientation, and problem-solving abilities.