SENIOR COURT ASSISTANTWashington County, located in West Bend Wisconsin has an excellent opportunity as full time Senior Court Assistant working Monday-Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm within the Clerk of Courts office.Qualified candidates must possess:* High School Diploma or GED.* Four years of office experience or two years post high school education.* Some experience in a legal setting preferred.* Two years of computer experience with knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.The starting hourly rate is $20.05. Washington County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Health, Dental, and Life Insurance; Short and Long Term Disability; Wisconsin Retirement System and Wisconsin Deferred Compensation (IRS 457); Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).Our Mission at Washington County is to create an environment for residents and businesses to enjoy our authentic quality of life through a well-governed and administered county dedicated to safe and secure communities; economic growth and vitality; effective mobility and reliable infrastructure; and access to basic needs. Please visit our website at www.co.washington.wi.us to complete our online application. Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Department are met. If you have any questions, please call (262) ###-####. Thank you for considering Washington County.Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with DisabilitiesPosition Summary:* Under the general supervision of the Court Specialist, and responsible for assisting the Clerk of Courts in the discharge of the duties of said office by providing support services for the Circuit Court system.Duties/Responsibilities:The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.* Establishes and maintains files for court proceedings.* Schedules court hearings and makes jury arrangements if necessary, prepares court notices, and orders for the court as required.* Clerks court proceedings as required.* Receives, processes and files a variety of court related and other legal documents; dispenses information to the general public, other County Departments and attorneys in response to telephone inquiries or personal visits.* Maintains records management by entering information and data into computer system.* Prepares letters or documents of general, technical, and confidential nature.* Maintains accurate records and prepares reports, when necessary.* Performs minor bookkeeping duties.* Provides general court assistance as required.* Performs other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event.\Work Direction Received:* Works under the routine supervision of the Court Specialist.Supervision Exercised:* None.Decision Making:* Decisions are made independently concerning scheduling of court hearings, responding to inquiries concerning the court system, processing and drafting of orders.Interaction:* There is significant interaction with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, state, county, and local agencies, other County employees, judges and the general public.Essential Knowledge and Abilities:* Knowledge of court practices and procedures, specific needs of court officials, statutes, rules and regulations affecting the office and general office practice and procedures. Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions, draft accurate documents and reports, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and interact effectively with co workers and the general public. Ability to fulfill physical demands of job, sensory demands (seeing and hearing), and cognitive demands (concentration, conceptualization, memorization).Training and Experience:* High School Diploma or GED and four years of previous office experience or two years post high school education and one year experience preferably within a legal setting. A minimum of two years of computer experience with knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to keyboard at 50 words per minute. Associated topics: accuse, county clerk, crime, criminal, constitutional, judiciary, legal, legislative, public defender, regulatory