Current Job Opportunity

The essential function of the position within the organization is to provide administrative, organizational and clerical support for the Trial Court Technology Officer and Court Technology Department. This position is responsible for administrative and clerical tasks within Court Administration which includes (but not limited to): assisting court technology personnel, handling telephone calls, facilitating customer service activities, distributing mail, typing and copying documents.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

•    Provide administrative support to the Trial Court Technology Officer and Court Technology Department  
•    Assist with the day to day operations of the department 
•    Prepare spreadsheets and presentations
•    Compile statistical data using Microsoft Office
•    Book travel arrangements
•    Manage procurement process and related record keeping
•    Coordinate vendor contacts, contracts, quotes and invoices
•    Compose reports, agendas, correspondences and business letters using proper format
•    Screen phone calls/visitors and provide them information, direction, and resolve issues
•    Assist with planning of training sessions and other programs for court technology personnel 
•    Record accurate meeting minutes.  
•    Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of established administrative procedures.  
•    Establish a working relationship with judges, court personnel, attorneys, law enforcement, social services, witnesses and the general public

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. 

Bachelor’s degree and one year of related work experience.
 
PREFERRED:  One year experience in Information Technology related administrative work.

Additional relevant experience may substitute for college education on a year-for-year basis. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

•    Organization
•    Close attention to details 
•    Telephone skills
•    Ability to type 40 w.p.m
•    Detailed oriented
•    Excellent communication skills
•    Accurate use of the English language and grammar
•    Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel – proficient in formatting data for reports and charts; 
•    Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint 
•    Ability to produce presentations. 
•    Ability to work independently and interact with a range of people in an open, friendly, customer-oriented manner

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications must be received until the position is filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any of the protected classes.
 
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (561) 355-4380 at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711.”

For additional information and to apply visit the [15th Judicial Circuit] Judicial Circuit Court of Florida Employment website [http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/15thcircuit?page=1].