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Support Services Assistant

If you have experience filing and processing legal documents, are customer service driven, and are detail orientated; we encourage you to apply for the Support Services Assistant position at the Wisconsin Court System.

The Clerk of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Support Services Assistant. The Clerk's Office accepts documents for filing with and is the repository for all documents filed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. It is responsible for scheduling and coordinating all admission ceremonies for individuals being admitted to the practice of law in Wisconsin, and for maintaining records on the admission status of every attorney admitted to the bar in Wisconsin by date and type of admission. Additionally it maintains files for the Supreme Court on all rules proceedings, including petitions for new Supreme Court rules or for changes in the rules of pleading and practice or civil procedure.

LOCATION:             Madison, WI with occasional statewide travel required.
SALARY:                  $17.00 to $18.50 hourly with a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
CLASSIFICATION:  Support Services Assistant

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Assists with the case processing involving: writs, leaves, original actions, attorney suspensions, reinstatements and disciplinary cases; 2) Receives and examines appeal briefs and records and enters appropriate information in Court Systems; 3) Prepares certificates, court hearing calendars, and attorney updates; 4) Processes in-coming mail and provides general office support; 5) Serves as receptionist for the Clerk’s Office.

QUALIFICATIONS:          
Required: 1) Experience preparing and reviewing documents for completeness, adequacy, accuracy, and compliance; 2) Experience assuring confidentiality; 3) Experience responding to customer inquiries regarding processes and managing records; 4) Experience assisting other staff with administrative duties; 5) Experience providing verbal and written communication to a wide range of audiences; 
Preferred: 6) Knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes, court rules, court procedures and policies, legal documents and terminology, or laws and legal functions pertaining to Wisconsin Courts; 7) Experience or training in the legal field. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
1.) Employment will require a criminal background check; 2.) Must meet the minimum standards for driving a state vehicle; 3.) Must be able to travel throughout the State of Wisconsin with occasional overnights.

TO APPLY: 
Please submit a cover letter and resume in a single .pdf document indicating the position Support Services Assistant– #21-1612 to human.resources@wicourts.gov. All materials should address your relevant education, experience, and skills as it relates to the qualifications and special requirements listed above. Failure to follow these procedures may result in your disqualification.

DEADLINE: 
In order to be assured consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM on January 28, 2021. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants when requested. For additional information on the court system visit our website at www.wicourts.gov.