Judicial Assistant I/II

Job Description

Judicial Assistant I | Fresno Superior Court

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Fresno Superior Court, located in Fresno, CA. The Fresno Superior Court is responsible for administering justice and providing essential court services to the community. This Judicial Assistant I position is crucial for supporting courtroom and other court operations, ensuring the accurate processing of legal documents and adherence to established legal requirements. The role directly contributes to the smooth functioning of judicial processes and provides vital assistance to judges, attorneys, and the public.

The TL;DR
• Role: Judicial Assistant I
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Fresno, CA
• Pay: $47278–$67018 yearly
• Mission: Perform a full range of clerical and administrative duties to support courtroom and court operations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Tech Stack: Automated case management systems, word processors, copiers, scanners, fax machines, computer terminals, microfiche readers

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Processing: Receive, examine, and process legal documents for accuracy, legal conformity, and validity, including certification and issuance.
• Courtroom Clerk: Attend court sessions to record minutes, administer oaths to witnesses and jurors, participate in proceedings by reading charges, and announcing verdicts.
• Evidence Management: Secure, record, mark, and maintain custody of exhibits and evidence, including sensitive materials, during court proceedings.
• Legal Order Preparation: Prepare and issue legal orders, such as warrants, writs, subpoenas, abstracts, judgments, and dismissals, under judicial discretion.
• Public Assistance: Provide complex procedural information and assistance to the public, attorneys, and justice partners regarding case status, legal filings, and court rules without offering legal advice.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Graduation from High School or G.E.D. equivalent, with knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, legal forms, and terminology across all court divisions.
• Experience: Minimum of two years full-time clerical experience in a Court or legal office, preparing or processing legal documents. Up to one year of business training can substitute for a maximum of one year of experience. Must possess a valid typing certificate, dated within 12 months, demonstrating 35 net words per minute or higher over a 5-minute test.
• Skills: Ability to type accurately at a minimum of 35 words per minute, strong oral and written communication skills, proficiency in cash handling and basic arithmetic, knowledge of office organization and record-keeping principles, and effective customer service.
• Other: A valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when required for job functions.