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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Juvenile Court Administrative Assistant 1 (D1 111682) in Waterloo, Iowa
Juvenile Court Administrative Assistant 1 (D1 111682)
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Juvenile Court Administrative Assistant 1 (D1 111682)
Salary
$47,008.00 Annually
Location
Waterloo - 50701 - Black Hawk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00750
Agency
444 Judicial
Opening Date
09/27/2024
Closing Date
10/7/2024 4:30 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Terrance.Campbell@iowacourts.gov
To Apply
Please attach a cover letter and resume (.pdf format) along with the completed online application. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
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Job Description
Have you ever considered the Iowa Judicial Branch as a career path? Now is the time! The First Judicial District has an immediate opening for an Administrative Assistant 1 to join our team in the Black Hawk County Juvenile Court Services office in Waterloo, Iowa.
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 $47,008.00 annually, $22.60 hourly. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant legal experience.
Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P
To 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 EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. To view a copy of the branches EEOP Utilization Report, please visit www.iowacourts.gov/career-opportunties.
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:
Excellent communication skills
Basic computer skills
Assist with interpreting and implementing administrative directives
Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
Critical thinking skills
The ability to maintain confidentiality
Detailed-oriented
Under the direct supervision of the Supervisors and Chief Juvenile Court Officer, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may occasionally involve travel to other counties in the district.
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 including health, dental and life insurance
7 Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan and 457/401(a) options
Employee discount program
Position may be eligible for the federal Personal Student Loan Forgiveness, please visit site for eligibility. https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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
The JCS Administrative Assistant 1 will be assigned a limited number of functions and will be
trained to gradually obtain the knowledge and capability of performing more complex duties.
Applicants must meet the requirements in section 1 or 2 to be considered for the position.
An applicant must meet the requirements of a, b, and c to qualify for section 1:
a. Graduation from an accredited high school (or high school equivalency).
b. Successful completion of two (2) years of accredited post-high school education in
business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant, social work, criminology, or a related
program.
c. Two (2) years of professional office experience in business, court, or legal work, or a
related area with a minimum of one (1) year of experience involving customer service.
A combination of education and full-time experience equal to four (4) years:
a. Education: thirty semester hours of an accredited college or university coursework in
business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant, social work, criminology, or a related
area of study equals one year of full-time experience.
b. Experience must be full-time in the areas of business, court, or legal work, or a related
area.
c. Additional education cannot be substituted for the required one (1) year of customer
service experience.
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
444 Judicial
Address
Iowa Judicial Branch Building
1111 E Court Ave
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
http://www.iowacourts.gov/
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