Court Operations Associate - Anoka County Civil/Probate Division

at  Minnesota Judicial Branch

Anoka County District Court has an amazing opportunity to join the Civil/Probate Team as a Court Operations Associate in a diverse professional environment, that promotes equity for all court staff and court users. The position provides direct service to court customers, judges, and other court-related employees through case processing of Civil/Probate case types. This position performs detail-oriented work while providing excellent customer service in person and over the phone.
Court Operations Associates work individually and in teams using independent judgment along with available resources to perform a variety of administrative assignments. This role requires dedication to providing customers with a professional court experience, an eye for detail, excellent communication, time management, and technological skills to match our high-performance environment. Robust training is provided, and knowledge is gained through on-the-job experience.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Work includes processing electronically filed and paper filed documents; assisting customers; working directly with judges, justice partners, and customers.

• Independently performs administrative work relating to Civil/Probate case processing on the Minnesota Court Information System (MNCIS), Microsoft Office, electronic File and Serve, SharePoint and other related computer systems.
• Issues receipts for payment of court fees; responsible for managing and balancing individual till.
• May perform the duties of an Electronic Recording Equipment Operator (EREO) including setting up and testing recording equipment, and recording and monitoring court proceedings.
• Attends and participates in division/team meetings and trainings; maintains knowledge of court policies, process, and procedures.
• Utilizes applicable technology (i.e., operating and information systems and/or programs) and office equipment to perform and complete work assignments.
• Process Civil/Probate filings, including but not limited to, initial and subsequent filings, assigning cases to judges, setting hearings, and sending notices.
• Assist customers with requests, questions/inquiries relative to court policies, information, procedures, and financial transactions in a courteous manner.
• Assist attorneys, judicial staff, law enforcement, and representatives from the outside agencies.
• Administrative duties as assigned.

Below are the past experiences that will enable success in this role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of relevant job experience or greater, which may include but is not limited to customer service, administrative or office work. Additional education may substitute for experience