What are the responsibilities and job description for the Judicial Administrative Specialist position at Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services?
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to provide specialized administrative and clerical support to an assigned judicial office.
Essential Functions
Develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate courtroom coverage and control; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
Manages daily operations of assigned judge's office to facilitate proper court administration: assists judge with legal documents and research; prepares and maintains calendars; coordinates with Jury Administrator for the calling of required jurors; coordinates with Sheriff's office for the attendance of inmates; makes accommodations for media when necessary; and assists judge, attorneys, internal and external customers with courtroom proceedings as needed.
Coordinates the judge's schedule: schedules cases for trial; creates, maintains and distributes calendar; verifies holidays and includes trials, motions and hearings; e-mails notices for calendar changes to all involved parties; interacts with parties regarding scheduling issues or conflicts; and appears in court for arraignment and calendar call.
Serves as liaison between judge and attorneys, staff, litigants, other departments/agencies, and the general public: provides information regarding court calendars and proceedings; responds to mail, email and phone calls; and maintains high visibility and confidentiality.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED is required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in administrative technology; supplemented by five years of experience providing administrative and clerical support in a legal environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience in a court environment, particularly with criminal cases, is strongly preferred.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.