Administrative Assistant

Position number: K

Position Title and Salary: Administrative Assistant, Grade 23, $42,585 annually.
$43,664 with six months of satisfactory performance
and $47,001 with one year of satisfactory performance

Location of Employment: 7th Judicial District, Douglas County, KS

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits:State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

The Douglas County District Court is accepting applications for an administrative assistant to the District Court Judge in Division 6. This division handles one third of the Felony Criminal caseload in Douglas County.

Job duties: Provide varied, complex, and often confidential administrative assistance to the judge, including maintaining the calendar, organizing and managing case paperwork, scheduling proceedings, drafting and proofreading correspondence and other documents, and e-filing. Communicate with the public, attorneys, other court staff, and occasionally law-enforcement agencies. Perform other related duties.

Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills (Microsoft applications and Zoom), organizational skills, and interpersonal skills are required. Applicant must also be able to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines. The position requires attention to detail, discretion, and teamwork. Knowledge of legal proceedings and prior administrative experience are preferred but not required. Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER