This is a full-time position with a starting hourly wage of $22.05 (Grade F) and full benefit package. Benefits include Wisconsin Retirement System with employer match, health insurance, 10 days of vacation after 3 months, 10 paid holidays, paid sick leave, employee lifestyle enhancement perk, and paid maternity/paternity leave. Dental/vision, flex spending, WI Deferred Comp, life, short-term disability, accident, and cancer/critical illness coverages are available.

The responsibilities include complex and specialized clerical and administrative duties including but not limited to: act as secretary, and scheduling clerk to the Circuit Judge; maintain internal files and records of the Circuit Judge, and coordinate flow of case files and information between the office of Circuit Judge, Clerk of Court, and other court-related and court-attached agencies within Price County, and within other counties within the judicial district; perform duties in the nature of research, preparation and transcription of court decisions, documents, policies, and correspondences; and perform liaison duties with other agencies and courts.

• High school degree or GED,
• Associate degree from accredited paralegal program or legal secretary program or related field and,
• At least three (3) years recent experience providing clerical support to a court function, district attorney, law firm, or criminal justice setting or any combination of education and experience to be equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of legal secretarial procedures and practices and specialized knowledge relating to court procedure and practices.
• At least three (3) years recent computer experience including word processing and Microsoft programs. Regular and fluid computer work required. Preference given to candidates with CCAP knowledge.
• Must have excellent word processing skills, fluent command of the English language and excellent grammatical and syntactical skills.Must attend to detail and be able to proofread and correct work.
• Must have ability to transcribe legal dictation accurately as established by required testing.
• Must have the ability to organize and prioritize workload and be able to use independent judgment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule under the Circuit Judge’s direction.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, agencies, and the general public.
• Possess valid WI Drivers License and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.