Support Services Assistant

IntroductionThe Office of the Clerk for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Support Services Assistant. If you have experience filing and processing legal documents, are customer service driven, and are detail oriented, we encourage you to apply.The Clerk’s Office accepts documents for filing and is the repository for all documents filed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. It is responsible for attorney administration matters. 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.Position SummaryLOCATION: Madison, WI. Certain positions with this Department may allow remote work for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic may be discussed in the interview process. The position is headquartered in Wisconsin and selected candidates may be expected to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice. Employees residing outside the state of Wisconsin are not eligible for full-time remote work.SALARY: $46,675 to $50,918 annually with a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.Job DetailsResponsibilities• 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.QualificationsRequired: 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) One year of postsecondary education; 7) Knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes, court rules, court procedures and policies, legal documents and terminology, or laws and legal functions pertaining to Wisconsin Courts; 8) Experience or training in the legal field.Special Requirements• 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.The Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.How To ApplyPlease submit a cover letter and resume in a single .pdf document indicating the position #24-2450 Support Services Assistant 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 to ApplyIn order to be assured consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM on September 22nd, 2024. 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.Notice: Upon request, all prospective employees can obtain a copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.