Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Salary

$30.23 - $39.96 Hourly

Location

Riverside, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26ADMASST - 01

Department

Executive Office

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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Welcome

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking an exceptional Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to members of the Courts executive leadership team. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, technologically savvy, exercises sound judgment and takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service while handling confidential and sensitive information.

What Youll Do

In this role, you will:

• Provide executive-level administrative support to one or more members of the Courts leadership team.
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and spreadsheets with exceptional accuracy.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and reconcile related expenses.
• Screen and prioritize communications while exercising discretion and sound judgment.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical records and filing systems.
• Track assignments, projects, and action items to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare reports and operational data for Court leadership and the Judicial Council of California.
• Compile, validate, and analyze information to support operational reporting and decision-making.
• Provide backup support for other administrative professionals and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Were Looking For Someone Who

• Demonstrates exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in every interaction.
• Is highly proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Can manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Communicates effectively with executives, judicial officers, employees, and external partners.
• Is proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Enjoys problem-solving and finding efficient ways to support organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

• Two (2) years of administrative support experience. Experience should include two (2) years of advanced level administrative support work, preferably at the executive or senior management level, which included the use of a personal computer to prepare complex documents, reports, and charts.
• Equivalent advanced administrative experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirement

• Typing speed of 55 words per minute.

For a complete list of the qualifications and essential duties, please refer to the job description.

About the Riverside Superior Court

Riverside is the fourth largest county in California and the 10th largest in the United States. There are fourteen court facilities spanning 7,300 square miles that serves Riverside's 2.4 million residents. The courts and its employees hold a unique role in the public sector. The mission of the Riverside Superior Court is, "…in a fair, accessible, effective, and efficient manner, resolve disputes arising under the law and interpret and apply the law consistently, impartially, and independently to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and of the United States."

Competitive Compensation Package

At Riverside Superior Court, we reward hard work and dedication!

We offer:

• Annual merit increases for satisfactory job performance

• A robust benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

• A pension plan provided by the California Public Employers Retirement System also known as CalPERS. You will contribute between 7% and 8% of your biweekly pay, depending on your membership status

• Optional deferred compensation programs

• Generous leave accruals

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays

• Bereavement leave

• Tuition discounts

• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF) Certification

Application Process

All applicants are required to submit a completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. To learn more about how to create an application, click HERE.

Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental questionnaire.

Human Resources will review applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; therefore, it is to your benefit to include all current and previous related work experience. When listing Court experience, please include dates and classification of each position held, if more than one.

Selection Procedures:

All applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; those candidates deemed most qualified may be invited to an online or written assessment, if applicable.

Candidates who take and successfully pass the assessment may be invited to an oral panel interview. Candidates who are successful in the interview may be placed on an eligible list. Placement on an eligible list is not a guarantee of employment.

Additional steps for the selection process may include a drug test and a comprehensive background check.

Status Notifications

You will be notified by email and/or text message during the process of this recruitment through governmentjobs.com. Please check your email spam/junk folders and accept emails ending with governmentjobs.com and riverside.courts.ca.gov. If your information changes, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

Reasonable Accommodations

Riverside Superior Court provides reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 951-777-3017 or Recruitment@riverside.courts.ca.gov if you feel you will need an accommodation for any aspect of the selection process. The Human Resources Department requests that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the examination so that a reasonable accommodation may be made.

At the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, we are committed to not only providing a rewarding career but also taking care of our employees in every way possible. We understand that your health and well-being are just as important as your work, which is why we offer a powerhouse benefits package designed with YOU in mind.

Here's what you get when you join our team:

• Top-Tier Health Coverage: Premium medical plans through CalPERS, plus Delta Dental and VSP Vision to keep you and your family healthy and smiling.
• Substantial Contributions: Receive court contributions towards the cost of medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family. Eight of our ten medical plan options are covered at 100%, which means you will have absolutely zero out-of-pocket monthly premium costs, helping you stay healthy without breaking the bank!

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Court Contributions:

• Employee Only: $1,324/month

• Employee + 1 Dependent: $2,463/month

• Employee + Family: $3,059/month

• Financial Flexibility: Save smart with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Peace of Mind: Secure supplemental life insurance and comprehensive short-term and long-term disability benefits through Lincoln Financial.

• Court paid basic life/accidental dismemberment (AD&D) insurance in the amount of:

• $50,000/$50,000

• Golden Retirement: Build a strong future with a CalPERS pension, Nationwide 457(b) retirement savings options and a 401(a) account where the court contributes $50 per pay period.

• Emotional Wellness: Access confidential support through our court provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) whenever you need it.

Work-Life Balance You Can Count On:

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 14 Paid Holidays

• Alternative Work Schedule

• Depending on your role, you may be eligible for:

• 9/80 Schedule: Work 80 hours over 9 days.

• 4/10 Schedule: Work four 10-hour days with a three-day weekend, every week.

• Hybrid Work Options: Some positions may qualify for a hybrid schedule, blending in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work.

• Bereavement Leave for lifes toughest moments

• Tuition Discounts to help you grow and learn

Crushing Student Debt?

We've got you covered. We offer eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF) Certification-so you can keep building your career and wipe out your student loans.

This is more than a job-it's a career with purpose, benefits, and a team that's got your back.

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The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the question. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". NOTE: See résumé, See above, or copy and paste of your résumé are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.

• Yes
• No

02

Education: Which best describes your level of education?

• Less than High School
• High School or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree

03

Do you have experience supporting the executive or senior management level as an administrative assistant?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have providing administrative support?

• None
• One year
• Less than one year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five or more years

05

Describe your experience as it relates to questions 3 and 4 in detail. Specify the employer, department, position held and dates when describing experience. Please include your functional areas of responsibility. If your experience is court specific, please indicate it. If none, indicate "NONE".

06

Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

07

How many years of experience do you have using collected data to independently create statistical reports, charts, and graphs in Excel or other similar programs?

• None
• Less than one year
• One year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five or more years

08

Describe your experience as it relates to the previous question in detail. Please indicate programs used. Specify the employer, department, position held and dates when describing experience. If your experience is court specific, please indicate it. If none, indicate "NONE".

09

How many years of experience do you have providing escalated customer service and providing information to clients in person, telephonically, and via email?

• None
• Less than one year
• One year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five or more years

10

Describe your experience as it relates to the previous question in detail. Specify the employer, department, position held and dates when describing experience. Please include your functional areas of responsibility. If your experience is court specific, please indicate it. If none, indicate "NONE".

11

Do you have any employment gap(s) within the last 10 years? if yes, please answer the question below. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification.

12

Please explain any gap(s) in employment. If none, indicate "NONE."

Required Question

Employer Superior Court of California, County of Riverside

Address 4050 Main Street

Riverside, California, 92501

Phone (951) 777-3017

Website http://courtjobs.com