Secretary for Family Court

Secretary for Family Court 15th Judicial District Court - 4.0 Lafayette, LA Job Details Full-time $30,000 - $35,000 a year 8 days ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Writing skills Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Data entry Clerical experience Technical Proficiency Full Job Description

JOB TITLE

Secretary for Family Court

SUPERVISION

Works under the direction of the Administrative Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Answers phones and questions and/or direct calling party to correct department
• Data Entry - Process ImageFlo documents from the clerk's office. This data entry schedules the Hearing Officer Conferences
• Maintains Hearing Officer's calendars
• Gives available dates to attorneys' office staff to reset matters
• Log in HOC submissions
• Prepare Drug Testing Orders as requested by Hearing Officers
• Direct persons who come to our office window to the proper location for their hearing
• Confirm HOC appointments by phone as needed for the next week
• Scan recommendations to the proper file on the computer
• Prepare reset notices as needed
• Make copies of recommendations and give or mail to attorneys, their clients, and self-represented litigants
• Filing as needed
• Communicate with Bailiffs regarding HOC as needed
• Assist with getting the Payors designation forms signed (when needed)
• Assist DA staff in completing HOC Recommendations for non-support (when needed)
• Get mail from the court receptionist
• Complete weekly reports and route to family court judges and all hearing officers
• Maintain a list of outstanding reports for each hearing officer
• Other duties as needed

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with judges and general public.
• Proficient in the usage of computers and related technology.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent required. Previous clerical experience preferred.

MISCELLANEOUS

This is a full-time position that will work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday with the Fifteenth JDC Family Court. The Court is an equal-opportunity employer.

Resumes should be sent to:

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person