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Judicial Support Specialist 1 - Domestic Violence Division (County Funded)
The essential function of the Judicial Support Specialist 1 position within the Domestic Violence Division is to provide clerical aid and support to the judges, court staff and visitors to the court in the conduct of official court hearings. This position involves public contact and is responsible for a variety of duties in connection with official proceedings conducted in courtrooms, chambers or virtually, such as managing calendars, coordinating with parties arriving for court hearings, making and providing copies of court orders, and other court hearing related matters. This position works with all the Judges in the Domestic Violence Division at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center.
Responsibilities include:
Providing daily clerical support and coverage for all 8 Judges and judicial staff
Assisting with the management of civil compliance, civil contempt and criminal contempt calendars
Running all respondents' background checks for the civil compliance, civil contempt and criminal contempt
Providing coverage of all Court Specialist responsibilities to ensure the smooth operation of court proceedings
Monitoring respondents' adherence to submitting the Firearms Affidavit
Assisting with the Division's Drug Court and Mental Health Court
Providing information, answering questions and assisting in problem solving issues for judges, attorneys, court staff and the public
Distributing Firearm Affidavits to all respondents at in-person Permanent Injunction hearings
Assisting with preparation for division meetings and training
Performing a variety of administrative duties and activities as needed
Qualifications include:
High school diploma or GED
One (1) year of experience in customer service or working with the public
Experience working in an administrative capacity
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment, and systems
Ability to organize work, establish priorities, and multitask to manage high volumes of requests and assignments efficiently
Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy, including documentation and reporting
Ability to use independent judgement and discretion concerning confidential and sensitive information
Ability to address jurors, witnesses, attorneys and the general public with necessary tact and courtesy
Knowledge of established procedures for conducting judicial proceedings in courtroom and chambers
Ability to remain alert and observant with attention to necessary detail during court sessions
Ability to react quickly in following judge's directives and in emergencies
Willingness to follow requirements of official conduct as a representative of the court
Location: Miami, FL, US, 33128
Worksite address
miami, FL, 33222, US
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