Administrative Assistants

(Archived Job Descriptions Pre 2006)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen Vicinage. Duties: Under the direction of a Court Executive, this customer service and detail-oriented individual will provide clerical and administrative support to any umber of functions within the vicinage’s divisions. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: types confidential and/or statistical, financial or technical reports and spreadsheets using computer software; collects, analyzes, enters and maintains statistical and financial data; takes and transcribes minutes at meetings; handles customers’ inquiries and requests; explains Judiciary policies and procedures to internal and external customers; prioritizes customer service issues; composes routine and non-routine correspondence; schedules meetings; coordinates workflow between locations; provides information to the public; handles confidential and/or sensitive material; reviews contents of correspondence and reports for completeness, clarity and accuracy; routes correspondence or files to appropriate office or position; maintains files; processes invoices and travel reimbursement; regulates work flow in accordance with established time frames; provides quality customer service; and performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Three 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: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Candidates selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 wpm or faster or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below: The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the NJ Department of Personnel. Judiciary staff who have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Judiciary staff in unclassified title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Salary: $32,946.23 - $51,931.67. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1: Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (General Operations Manager) and other supervisory personnel, this individual will act as lead worker to team members or other groups of non-subordinates in assigned tasks. Provide information to judges, attorneys, or community organizations. Screen confidential materials for release to the public or other authorized person/agency. Give advice or assist staff or team members with work in progress. Analyze statistical or financial data. Provide training or cross-training to coworkers. Implement operating procedures or systems. Edit letters, document or articles. Explain judiciary policies or procedures to clients or customers. Analyze reports for distribution or action. Compose non-routine correspondence. Maintain personnel records. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Three 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: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administrative examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 wpm or have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below. The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants who have been deemed to possess keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 wpm. All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certificate issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Judiciary staff, who have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Knowledge of automated systems such as Word and Excel is helpful. Salary: $32,652.15 - $51,468.45. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Human Resources Division Manager), or other high level supervisor, informs managers, supervisors and employees about Human Resources related issues; interviews clients or customers; gives advice or assists staff or team members with work in progress; acts as lead worker to team members; provides training to coworkers; prioritizes work. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Three 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: document for information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments or coordinating the office work flow. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate typing skills of at least 25 wpm or possess proof of having taken the required skills test (i.e., New Jersey Department of Personnel typing proficiency certificate). Experience in Human Resources is helpful. Word processing and/or database experience is also helpful. Salary: $32,652 - $51,468.45. (2005)

JUDICIARY CLERK 3: New Jersey Judiciary, AOC, HR Division. Summary: The Human Resources division, Placement Section, is seeking an individual with strong customer service and organizational skills to perform clerical tasks associated with the recruitment and selection process. Duties: The selected individual will prepare and distribute notices of vacancy; schedule interviews; administer typing and stenographic tests for job applicants; maintain recruitment data; type correspondence for professional staff; prepare new hire orientation material; and assist the unit supervisor with other related duties. Time management skills also are needed to meet workload demands and deadlines. Other related duties as required. Qualifications: One year experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments or fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments, or coordinating the office workflow. Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 wpm, or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below. The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants who have been deemed to possess keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 wpm: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Judiciary staff who have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Note: Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel, would be helpful. Salary: $29,979 - $45,405. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage. Summary: The Human Resources Division of the Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage is seeking a professional self-starter who is committed to quality, excellence and great customer service to join our team. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to work independently or as part of a team, adhere to deadlines, show attention to detail and accuracy, maintain confidentiality and possess integrity. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive (Human Resources Division Manager) or other supervisory personnel performs generalist administrative support and assistance as it relates to benefits, compensation, training, recruitment and other areas of Human Resources. Performs other related duties as require. Travel within tri-county vicinage is necessary. Qualifications: Three 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: document or information processing, handling payment for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments or coordinating the office work flow. Candidates selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 wpm or faster or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below: The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Judiciary staff who have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Experience in Human Resources is helpful. Word processing and/or database experience is also helpful. Salary: $32,946.02 - $51,931.67. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1 (CONFIDENTIAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 3b (Trial Court Administrator) and other supervisory personnel, this customer service and detail-oriented individual will provide administrative support for the Trial Court Administrator, EEO/AA Officer, and Ombudsman. Duties: Specific duties include, but are not limited to: assisting in the implementation of policies and procedures; composing routine and non-routine correspondence, reports and manuals, etc.; establishing and maintaining records; managing the gathering and reporting of monthly statistics; preparing, analyzing, and reviewing statistical reports; answering inquiries from the public, employees and clients, etc.; scheduling and attending meetings; providing quality service to internal and external customers; and performing other related duties as assigned. Travel within the tri-county vicinage may be required. Qualifications: Three 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: document or information processing handling payment for fees, recording monies received, transcribing information, reconciling balances or accounts, scheduling meetings or appointments or coordinating the office work flow. Candidates selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 wpm or faster or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below: The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants: All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Judiciary staff who have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test. Salary: $32,946.02 - $51,931.67. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union County. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (General Operations Division Manager) provides technical, specialized functions related to Pro Bono assignments to attorneys and fee-generating matters for the Union vicinage. Coordinates activities for interpreters unit as well as maintenance of the Pro Bono database. Compiles statistical reports on programs assigned. Answers questions from both internal as well as external customers. Prepares vendor payment vouchers and maintains accurate account payments. Serves on committee or task forces as necessary. Suggests improvement in work unit operations. Checks reports for completeness and accuracy. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. One year of technical experience in one or more of the following areas: program development, research, analysis, communication, training, administration, finance, purchasing/procurement, facilities or conducting investigations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $35,319.23 - $57,864.66. (2005)

CLERICAL ASSISTANT: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary: The Monmouth Vicinage is seeking a dynamic customer service oriented individual to provide a variety of administrative and clerical services related to the vicinage EEO/AA program. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 1b (EEO/AA Officer), the selected candidate will assist with organizing recruitment and community outreach efforts and special projects; develop a calendar of events; provide support to committees; perform customer services duties to include interacting with judges, court personnel and the public at large; assist with preparing statistical data and research reports; assist in the creation of a web page. Other functions include answering the telephone, copying, preparing training packets, conducting mailings, updating data cards, mailing lists and contact listings; answering the telephone; assisting with distribution of information materials to court divisions and other offices and will perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Experience in an office environment and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is helpful. Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are also helpful. Salary: $12 per hour. (2005)

OFFICE SPECIALIST – OPTION B (LEGAL PROCESS): Mohave County Superior Court, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Performs a full range of supervisory and advanced level legal office work for the Clerk of the Superior Court’s office. Qualifications: Requires any acceptable combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or GED and four years of progressively responsible administrative support experience. Desire a minimum of 3 years experience in the Clerk of Superior Court’s office or related work environment. Top candidates must successfully complete computer-based skills testing through Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC) testing. Salary: $13.19 - $13.84/hour. (2005)

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OFFICE ASSISTANT SENIOR – OPTION A (GENERAL): Mohave County Probation, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Advanced journey level position providing specialized office support for the Mohave County Probation department. Qualifications: Successful candidate should possess high school diploma or equivalent, three years of progressively responsible office clerical experience, and the ability to keyboard at 60 wpm. The successful candidate should possess excellent customer service and organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail, and maintain confidentiality. Top candidates must successfully complete computer-based skills testing through Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC). Salary: $11.40/hour. (2005)

OFFICE ASSISTANT – OPT B (LEGAL PROCESS): Mohave County Superior Court, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Performs general and specialized journey level clerical work for the Clerk of Superior Court. Qualifications: Position requires high school diploma or equivalent, two plus years of clerical/office experience with at least one year experience in a court-related work environment, keyboarding at 50 wpm, excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills. Top candidates must successfully complete the Mohave County Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC) testing. Salary: $10.34 - $10.86/hr. (2005)

SENIOR CLERICAL ASSISTANT: Superior Court of New Jersey, Mercer Vicinage. Duties: Under the direction of the Division Manager or other high level supervisory officer, performs specialized court functions relating to the management of the judge’s calendar and the procedural stages of case processing, including but not limited to attendance at Court. Performs a variety of clerical, administrative, and support tasks in connection with proceedings instituted before the courts of justice or programs administered under the supervision of the courts. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Applicants for appointment to the band must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of twenty-five wpm. Salary: $16.41 per hour. (2005)

OFFICE ASSISTANT: Court Services, Alachua County, FL. Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Excellent customer service skills and ability to operate a multi-line telephone desirable. Salary: $8.53 - $13.23 hourly. (2005)

ACCOUNT CLERK: Billings Municipal Court, MT. Summary: Billings Municipal Court is seeking a friendly, dynamic, customer service-oriented individual to provide administrative support in the Court Clerk’s Office. Duties: Duties will include assisting court customers, handling incoming telephone inquiries, accepting and posting payments, facilitating enrollment in court-ordered programs, scheduling, courtroom support, filing and docket maintenance. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent education and minimum of two years customer service-related experience required. Clerical, cash-handling and multi-phone line experience preferred. Professional appearance and demeanor; ability to type 50 wpm (proof of typing required with application); ability to enter data with accuracy and perform a wide variety of clerical duties in a fast-paced environment. Salary: $10.14/hour. (2005)

RECORDS TECHNICIAN: Court Services, Alachua County, FL. Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent, and one year general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. This position requires a net passing speed of 35 wpm on the County’s typing test and the completion of the Microsoft Word standard skills check. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. FCIC Certification must be obtained within six months of hire date. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Salary: $9.88 - $15.31 hourly. (2005)

COURT SUPERVISOR: Winchester, Colorado. Summary: This position is responsible for supervisory and technical work with primary duties in the reporting of the Court financial and collections records. In conjunction with the supervisory team this position is responsible for directing day-to-day activities of the Municipal Court staff. Duties include but are not limited to cashiering, coordinating and overseeing computer operations and procedures of NCIC/CCIC records through CBI, assisting with the development and maintenance of the Court records management system, public contact and assistance with the daily operations of the Municipal Court. Duties include all financial aspects of the court including investigating defendants for eligibility for payment plans on monies assessed by the Court and balancing all daily receipts and preparing daily transmittals for the Finance Department. Work involves responsibility for organizing, directing and coordinating, under the direction of the Court Administrator, the activities of staff engaged in processing all Municipal Court cases. Work is performed independently and requires considerable use of initiative and judgment. Work is reviewed by the Court Administrator through conferences, observations and evaluation of results obtained. Duties: In conjunction with the Deputy Court Administrator and Probation Services Coordinator, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of staff employed in the operation of the Municipal Court under the direction of the Court Administrator. Oversee that policies and procedures set by Municipal Court Judge, Court Administrator, state statutes and local ordinances are adhered to in the daily operation of court. Interview and recommend hiring of personnel that the position supervises. Supervise, instruct and train in policy and procedure, evaluate staff and initiate disciplinary action. Approve and schedule vacations and other leave time for staff. Schedule work hours of staff considering work requirements and special Court schedules. Approve time sheets for staff. Prepare financial reports and daily accounting transmittals and forward to Finance Department all reports associated with the business of the Municipal Court. Prepare daily bank deposits. Receive incoming calls or people as referred by staff to provide information, respond to inquiries, and attempt to resolve citizen complaints. Interview defendants, investigate, evaluate, and verify applications for stays of execution; after review, grants or deny stays of execution based on a defendant's financial resources. Determine terms of stay of execution payment schedules. Oversee and maintain the system for reviewing accounts for delinquency; contact defendants regarding delinquent accounts. Review procedures and operations and make recommendations for modification and/or improvements. Serve as back up for Deputy Court Administrator including supervision of staff. Act as NCIC/CCIC coordinator for Municipal Court according to the guidelines of the Colorado Bureau of Investigations. Oversee training of staff and operations of CBI/NCIC/CCIC. Prepares and maintains related reports, files and records as necessary. Performs related work as required. Qualificatons: Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Accounting, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Court Management or an equivalent of related education and experience is required. Minimum 2 years supervisory experience and considerable experience in work involving familiarity with the procedures, policies, law and operations of the Municipal Court is necessary. Salary:$42,869 - $53,586/yr. (2005)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: City of San Antonio, Texas. Summary: Under direction, is responsible for performing a wide variety of professional administrative duties in support of the activities and services of an assigned department; coordinates office services and provides information and assistance to the public regarding the assigned department or division. May exercise direct supervision over clerical support staff. Duties: Prepares correspondence for communication with other City departments as well as the public; Assists in providing a variety of responsible duties involved in coordinating the administrative operations of the assigned department or division; Assists in the formulation of policies and procedures for the assigned department; ensures compliance with current City and department rules and regulations; Participates in the preparation of the department budget; assists with monitoring and reviewing expenditures; provides information to appropriate department staff; Monitors inventory of office supplies; reviews purchase requisitions and requests for payments; Assists in coordinating personnel management administration; assists in initiating personnel requisitions; monitors overtime and attendance records; assists in preparing and monitoring employees payroll; Researches, compiles and analyzes data for special projects and various reports; prepares reports outlining progress of projects; documents, problems and issues; Oversees operations of a warehouse including inventory control, purchasing materials and tools and ensuring inventory procedures are implemented; Supervises clerical and administrative staff in general office operations; Prepares public relations data, brochures and handouts; Organizes and maintains filing systems; maintains records related to specific areas of assignment; Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required. Qualifications: Two years of college from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business or Public Administration or related field; Two years of general office or administrative experience; This position requires a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License or obtain a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License within thirty (30) days after becoming a resident of the State of Texas; Substitution Ratio: Two years of related experience may be substituted for one year of higher education. Salary: $12.64-$18.98/hourly. (2004)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I (Unclassified) - New Jersey Judiciary - Middlesex Vicinage, New Brunswick, NJ. Duties: Under direction of the Vicinage Finance Manager, acts as principal assistant to ensure effective and efficient financial operations within several court divisions. Oversees the collection of court revenues and escrow funds, assists in the development of financial policies and procedures, prepares periodic financial reports and reconciliations, assists in preparing the annual budget and spending plans, and performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree. Experience: Three years of professional experience involving the development, implementation, coordination, analysis and evaluation of fiscal, personnel, organizational and/or administrative support systems. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree in business administration, public administration, management or other closely related field may be substituted for one year of non-supervisory experience. Annual salary range: $37,000 - $62,000. (1998)

COURT ADMINISTRATION TRAINEE (ASSISTANT MANAGER) -- Civil Trial Division, Court of Common Pleas, First Judicial District of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Summary: Provides administrative, clerical and secretarial support to the Civil Trial Division's Manager at the Complex Litigation Center. Duties: include scheduling of court events, reviewing, processing, docketing and/or indexing of legal documents and other related data entry, as well as general office duties associated with Civil Administration. Prepares, reviews and, as appropriate, responds to correspondence. Requires two years of court administration experience, or paralegal civil trial experience, or equivalent experience. Annual salary range: $28,293 - $31,008. (1998)

DEPARTMENTAL ASSISTANT - COURT -- Santa Barbara Superior Court, Santa Maria, California, with occasional travel to courts in Santa Barbara, Lompoc, and Solvang, CA. Duties: Provides clerical and/or technical support to Court administrative functions; coordinates operations or administrative support activities such as personnel services; responds to public inquiries; drafts written procedures; handles special projects. Qualifications: 1) Three years of advanced clerical experience, including data compilation and evaluation; or, 2) three years of experience equivalent to Judicial Assistant I/II, with Santa Barbara County ; or, 3) equivalent combination of training, education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills. Position is at-will. Monthly salary range: $2,632 - $3,213. (1998)

DISTRICT ATTORNEY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – Summary: The Gaston County District Attorney's Office, Gastonia , NC , is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to provide caseflow management, analysis and statistical reporting and general office management. Will also supervise an 11-member legal support staff and oversees caseloads of 12 attorneys. Qualifications: Master's degree in judicial administration, or completion of a four-year college program with major course work in criminal justice, political science, or public administration, or related fields and one year of related experience; or six years of progressively responsible legal secretarial or administrative office management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and supervisory experience in a legal environment that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be proficient in the use of Windows 95, Microsoft Word and Excel. (1998)

COURT EXECUTIVE I -- New Jersey Judiciary - Middlesex Vicinage, New Brunswick, NJ. Duties: Under the direction of the Assistant Trial Court Administrator or other high level supervisor, implements and coordinates records management functions for the vicinage, reviews records management activities for compliance with laws, court rules or administrative directives; establishes record keeping systems; recommends improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; suggests improvements in work unit operation: recommends changes to organizational structure or work process; does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Experience: Three years of administrative experience, one (1) of which shall have included experience in records management. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience as indicated above. Annual Salary Range : $37,000 - $62,000. (1998)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III -- Superior Court of New Jersey - Essex Vicinage, Family Division, Newark, NJ. Summary: Working within the Family Division and under the direction of the Family Division Manager, assists management to ensure effective and efficient court operation and administration by providing professional administrative support in the areas of personnel administration, budget allocation, facilities management, data processing and purchasing, and does related work as required. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with one year of professional administration experience assisting in the coordination of personnel, fiscal, office administration and/or other support services. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. Annual salary range: $26,460 - $38,588. (1997)

COURTS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-- Kings County Consolidated Courts, Hanford, California. Summary: Responsible for a variety of technical and highly responsible court administrative support duties for the Court Executive Officer and judges, in addition to performing confidential secretarial work. Duties: performs administrative and judicial support projects for the department head and judges; serves as the court arbitration administrator; assists in Grand Jury selection process and serves as liaison to Grand Jury; supervises and reviews work of subordinate clerical staff; and serves as confidential secretary to department head. Qualifications: completion of 2 years of college course work in legal office procedures and terminology, public administration or related field, plus three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience including at least two years of clerical or technical legal experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Monthly salary range: $1,962 - $2,167 DOQ. (1995)

DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT--Northeast Judicial District, North Dakota. Summary: The incumbent assists the presiding judge in coordinating and monitoring court administrative activities, including the development and recommendation of reports relating to policies and procedures and the monitoring of fiscal, docket caseflow, jury, court records, and other district court functions. Duties: include preparing initial judicial district budget; approving and monitoring expenditures to ensure proper management and distribution of funds; procuring equipment and supplies; and preparing financial reports at the direction of the presiding judge. The incumbent also regularly contacts officials with the courts, justices, and related state and county agencies, and serves as an information resource on particular aspects of the court system, answering the inquiries of judges, court personnel, media, and the public. Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in judicial administration, business administration, public administration, or a related area; one year of administrative experience in a court or related setting. Starting salary: $2,096 monthly. (1994)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I--Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex Vicinage, Newark. Duties: assist management in court operation and administration in the finance unit; provide recommendations in the development, coordination, implementation, and administration of procedural operations in budget and finance; investigate, examine, and audit records and accounts; assist in designing and revising computer applications for an accounting system; assist in the supervision and training of finance personnel; and do related work as required. Qualifications: a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in accounting; and three years of professional experience involving the development, coordination, analysis, and evaluation of fiscal, organizational, and/or administrative support systems. Applicants may substitute additional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree in public administration, business administration, management, or other closely related field may be substituted for one year of non-supervisory experience. Salary: $32,760 - $54,600. (1994)

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