Administrative Assistant 2

Anchorage, AK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $30.13

Benefits

12 paid holidays per year

Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents

Vision plan (optional)

Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available

Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security

Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional)

Personal leave accrual

Job Description

The Alaska Judicial Council (AJC) is a vital part of the Alaska Court System, dedicated to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the state judiciary. The AJC serves as an independent agency responsible for the selection and retention of judges within Alaska, ensuring that the judiciary remains impartial, competent, and diverse. This council plays a pivotal role in the administration of justice by working closely with legal professionals, government officials, and the public to uphold high standards in judicial appointments and evaluations.

The Alaska Court System, encompassing various courts throughout the state, is renowned for its commitment to delive... Show More

Job Requirements

Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate
Three years of progressively responsible, fully qualified secretarial work experience
Ability to type at least 50 words per minute (net)
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for one year of required secretarial work experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college will substitute for one year of required secretarial work experience
Keyboarding certification dated within one year showing a speed of at least 50 words per minute (net)
Submission of a professional letter of interest
Submission of transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications
Submission of a list of at least two professional references with contact information
Legal right to work in the United States
Must comply with AJC rules regarding confidential information
Ability to handle multiple tasks calmly and accurately
Dependability and punctuality
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Background check clearance

Job Qualifications

Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate
Three years of progressively responsible, fully qualified secretarial work experience
Ability to type at least 50 words per minute (net)
Completion of an appropriate vocational training course such as legal secretary, paralegal, or office skills will substitute for one year of required experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college will substitute for one year of required experience
Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access
Experience preparing professional documents
Ability to perform multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
Experience working productively in a team environment

Job Duties

Work on routine and special projects requiring compilation and entry of information pertaining to the Council's work on selection and retention of judges
Maintain accurate and current information on the Council's web site
Work with other staff to manage and process attorneys' applications for judgeships and documents related to the evaluation of judges standing for retention
Provide administrative and logistical support for meetings of the Alaska Judicial Council
Copy, collate, file, scan, and distribute Council meeting materials, reports, articles, and other documents
Send information requests to attorneys, track returns, enter data, and query databases
Organize files, answer phones, screen callers, and respond to requests for information
Answer questions from the public and release standard information

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