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Jury Assistant - Clerk of Courts (Hours as Needed)Print ( Assistant - Clerk of Courts (Hours as Needed)Salary$15.06 HourlyLocationElkhorn, WIJob TypeCasualJob Number2023-00089DepartmentClerk of CourtsOpening Date06/29/2023Closing DateContinuousDescriptionBenefitsAn Equal Opportunity EmployerPosition Summary*This is not a Law Enforcement/Security Role ***Please note: this is a casual position. There are no set hours. Flexible availability is ideal.This position is responsible for developing and maintaining a good working relationship with judges, court personnel, attorneys, jurors and the public and is bound by rigid guidelines to keep all jurors secure for trials.SCHEDULEWorking Title: Jury AssistantJob Title: Jury BailiffDays: VariesWork Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pmHours Per Shift: VariesShifts Per Pay Period: VariesPosition FTE: 0.0 CasualApplications are being accepted for this position until the vacancies are filled.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Setup courtroom.Check-in jurors.Keep jurors assembled & guide them through courtBe the liaison between the courtroom work group and the jurorsCoordinating daily juror activitiesMaintain a good working relationship with the judges, court personnel, jurors and the public.Knowledge of courtroom procedures.Keep jurors secure and handle all their needs.Ensure courtroom proceedings are followed as to not cause a mistrial.Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent and zero to six months of relevant prior experience. Proven experience in legal terminology.Interactions & CommunicationResponds to others' requests for basic and general informationDecision MakingThis position has authority to make decisions that are within detailed procedures and protocols and under close supervision. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or the work unit within the department and information is provided to others for decision making.Thinking and Problem SolvingIn relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, the complexity of this job is low and challenges are relatively minimal.Tools and Equipment UsedTypewriter TelephoneCopy Machine FAX MachineWORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Selection ProcessTO INCLUDE:Formal Walworth County Electronic ApplicationEducation & Experience ReviewOral Department InterviewReference CheckBackground CheckPost Offer Physical ExamDrug ScreenOther job related tests may be required.WALWORTH COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARYM - Casual, Limited Term, Student WorkersBARGAINING UNIT: Casual, Limited Term, Student WorkersDATE: April 25, 2017EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.BASIS OF PAYMENT: Hourly.VACATION: Not eligible.SICK LEAVE: Not eligible.HOLIDAYS: Not eligible.INSURANCE:Health Insurance: Not eligible.Dental Insurance: Not eligible.Life Insurance: Not eligible.LTD Insurance: Not eligible.Vision Insurance: Not eligible.WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit. If an employee works 1200 hours, is employed for at least one year, and is not under 20 attending high school full-time. The employee will be expected to pay the employee portion. Walworth County will pay employer required contributions pursuant to state law.Note: This Summary provides only a brief outline of your benefits. All benefit terms and conditions are subject to the specific provisions of plan documents, policies, and/or legal rules and regulations. These benefits are subject to change from time to time by action of the County Board and/or Human Resources Committee.AgencyWalworth CountyAddressP.O. Box 1001 100 W. Walworth Street Elkhorn, Wisconsin, 53121Phone262-###-####Website verify your email address Verify Email