The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has a position open for a Paralegal/Judicial Administrator with executive assistant and office management experience to work for a Circuit Judge in Atlanta, Georgia. The Judicial Administrator/Paralegal is directly responsible for assisting a federal circuit court judge with an extensive variety of case-related and professional administrative tasks, as well as overseeing the management of the judge's chambers.

Duties

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Paralegal/Judicial Administrator's duties include but are not limited to: Preparing reports and formal case-related documents using various computer applications and the Internet, managing and organizing financial data, screening telephone calls, managing the judge's schedule, making travel arrangements and preparing travel reimbursements, and serving as liaison to all other court support units on behalf of the judge. The Paralegal/Judicial Administrator performs administrative duties with the Court of Appeals which require the highest level of quality. Must be able to communicate professionally with a wide-ranging constituency that includes federal judges, court personnel, attorneys, and members of the community. Must possess the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all office and judicial matters; work independently as needed; simultaneously manage multiple projects; have exceptional organizational skills; and have a strong sense of personal and professional integrity. Must be able to interact cooperatively with other staff and court personnel and be willing to engage in the entire work of the judge's chambers. Professional demeanor and flexibility are essential. Must be able to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative on a daily basis. Ability to learn various court administrative processes. Superior knowledge of English grammar and ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing). Must have excellent personal computer skills and a desire to engage technology. Skill in using a variety of computer applications (such as Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat) as well as internet use and research skills is essential. Must be proficient in finalizing documents from handwritten edits.

Requirements

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of eight years of experience is required, including six years of specialized experience in an executive office environment which required the daily exercise of tact, good judgment, professionalism, and initiative. Specialized experience includes progressively responsible experience as the principal office assistant to an executive who was dealing with law-related matters (such as might be found in law-related work). A minimum of three years of work experience in a court environment or working for a law firm or public interest organization. Careful attention to detail, ability to develop and manage discrete projects, effective communication skills, and excellent research, writing, and proof-reading abilities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited college or university. Management or other experience in a supervisory capacity.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit 56 Forsyth Street, N.W. Atlanta, GA 30303-2289 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]