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Judicial Assistant 2

Metro Nashville Government • Nashville, TN • 2h ago

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Judicial Assistant 2

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Non Civil Service

Job Number

STC07791

Division

State Trial Courts

Opening Date

03/20/2026

Closing Date

3/31/2026 4:30 PM Central

Description

Benefits

Position Description

This Judicial Assistant position is a non-Civil Service position in the State Trial Courts, who serves as the primary administrative support in the office and performs the more advanced secretarial and administrative activities involved in processing legal documents and records for the judge and staff attorney. Performs other court-related duties as required.

Typical Duties

Knowledge of the legal system and the courts

Maintains strictest standards of confidentiality

Performs a variety of administrative tasks as needed, including but not limited to processing mail, answering telephone calls, etc.

Schedules appointments/meetings for the Judge and staff attorney

Maintains the calendar of court dates, appointments, meetings, etc.

Maintains files and records and disseminates information as necessary

Types a variety of legal documents and correspondence

Performs clerical work, such as electronic filing of court orders and documents

May prepare courtroom for hearings and arrange exhibits, seating, and other physical details.

Monitors and operates courtroom recording and presentation equipment

Assist in maintaining evidence during trials or other court-related documents

Assists in the conducting of jury trials, including the supervision of jurors

May provide information to employees and the public

May prepare directives and correspondence as needed by the judge.

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or Paralegal Certification from an accredited college, university or professional school is preferred. Comparable experience is preferred.

Strong administrative skills

Self-motivated with the ability to manage time effectively, establish priorities, juggle competing demands, meet tight deadlines, and perform well under pressure, while working independently under limited guidance and direction or as a member of the team

Exceptional ability to communicate, articulate, and relate to coworkers and others with professionalism and integrity

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Proficient typing and personal computer skills

Excellent proof-reading and editing skills

Superior organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with attorneys, litigants, and the public

Ability to multi-task in a busy environment

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Proficient in grammar, punctuation, and spelling

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Employee must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S. Employees must comply with court confidentiality requirements, including handling confidential information in a variety of @contexts. Employees are "at will" and can be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Final candidate is subject to a background check and subsequent favorable suitability determination.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants should submit the following:

A cover letter

Resume

Three (3) references who can attest to the applicant's ability to perform the job functions listed herein in a timely fashion while working under limited guidance and direction.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Division 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

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