Posted 1w ago

Executive Assistant to the Clerk

@ Supreme Court of Virginia
Richmond, Virginia, United States
HybridFull Time
Responsibilities:assisting leadership, preparing documents, entering data
Requirements Summary:Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat; strong oral and written communication, customer service, organizational and problem-solving skills; experience in office or court information management; bachelor's degree or 4 years' relevant experience preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat
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Job Description

The Court of Appeals is seeking an executive assistant to provide critical support to the Clerk of Court, the Chief Deputy Clerk, and the Managing Deputy Clerk of Operations with regard to administrative, organizational, and case-related matters. 

 

This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave, paid state holidays, health insurance, retirement, life insurance, deferred compensation, and short- and long-term disability.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will encompass those activities necessary to provide these individuals with support to enable them to manage workflow.  The position will involve complex, sensitive, and confidential matters.


Duties will include:  

  1. Assisting the Clerk, Chief Deputy Clerk, and Managing Deputy Clerk with administrative and organizational matters, including special projects for the Court; 
  2. Assisting the Clerk, Chief Deputy Clerk, and Managing Deputy Clerk with case matters as they arise; 
  3. Organizing and maintaining the Clerk’s files to ensure efficient management of pleadings pending before the Court; 
  4. Preparing Court documents and correspondence in accordance with established guidelines and judicial instructions; 
  5. Performing data entry in the Court’s case management system; 
  6. Preparing weekly and monthly statistical reports; and 
  7. Other duties as assigned.  

 

Some telework may be allowed at the discretion of the Clerk. 
 

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat is required 
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong customer service skills with an ability to anticipate needs before they arise
  • A team player capable of cultivating productive working relationships with colleagues and the public
  • Resourceful, can-do attitude and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and efficiently
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and perform special projects with attention to detail
  • Experience in office and information organization and management
  • Bachelor’s degree or at least four years of progressively responsible experience in a court, government, or law office preferred but not required.

Company

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer