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New Jersey Courts lists this Judge's Secretary opportunity in new brunswick, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleThe Middlesex Vicinage is seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented secretary to provide support to a Superior Court Judge.Job DescriptionIf another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment's closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies. When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public's trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth. The selected candidate will operate a personal computer or computer terminal for processing information; typing correspondence, documents, and form letters; transcribing dictation; preparing required reports; sorting and viewing mail, letters, and other documents and following up as appropriate; facilitating movement of case related matters. Performs other related duties as required. Note: Knowledge of legal terminology and working knowledge of Microsoft Office is helpful.Example of DutiesRegular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. Processing information. Typing correspondence, documents, and form letters. Transcribing dictation. Preparing required reports. Sorting and viewing mail, letters, and other documents. Facilitating movement of case related matters. Additional duties as assigned.QualificationsThree (3) years of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: preparing and analyzing legal documents, processing legal or other documents, transcribing information, and scheduling meetings or appointments. Substitution: Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science may be substituted for one (1) year of experience indicated above. Course work must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but are not limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English. Testing: Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills of at least 40 words per minute or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (for example, the New Jersey Civil Service Commission or New Jersey Judiciary typing proficiency certificate). Note: Knowledge of legal terminology and working knowledge of Microsoft Office is helpful.Supplemental InformationDriver's License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. Residency Law: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need. HOW TO APPLY: The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.BenefitsNew Jersey Courts offers an exciting and rewarding public service career with incredible employee benefits for full-time employees only and their eligible dependents such as:State Health Benefits Program including options for medical, dental and prescription coveragePublic Employee's Retirement System pension programFederal Student Loan Forgiveness for employees with 10 years or more of serviceGenerous leave program which includes vacation, personal and sick leave and 13 annual paid holidaysVoluntary investment programs separate from and in addition to the pension plan through the Deferred Compensation Plan and the Supplemental Annuity Trust of New Jersey (SACT)Comprehensive training offerings including LinkedIn Learning.Tax Savings Programs including the Premium Option Plan, Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and Commuter TaxSaveNJBest 529 College Savings PlanMember Term Life Coverage including basic and optional plans
Worksite address
new brunswick, NJ, 08901, US
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