Judicial Assistant

Judicial Assistant

Salary

$53,953.00 Annually

Location

Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

202300744

Department

JUVENILE COURT

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Description

The Chatham County Juvenile Court is seeking a dedicated and highly organized professional to join our team as a Judicial Assistant. This pivotal role provides comprehensive administrative support to an assigned Judge, ensuring the efficient operation of the court through meticulous record management, complex scheduling, and clear communication. If you are a proactive problem-solver who values confidentiality and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, we invite you to apply and help us uphold the standards of justice for our community.

Examples of Duties

• Perform complex and diverse administrative support duties for an assigned Judge.
• Maintain a high level of trust and confidentiality as you manage administrative office functions, schedule meetings and appointments for the Judge, facilitate communication, participate in scheduling court proceedings, and notify necessary parties of such.
• Prepare, review, and proofread documents, orders, and correspondence.
• Organize, maintain, and track incoming and outgoing correspondence and pleadings.
• Coordinate judicial hearings or meetings, including by using video conferencing platforms.
• Perform general administrative tasks including making copies, data entry, scanning, and maintaining and filing documents.
• Ensure efficient clerical procedures, records management, deadline maintenance, and workflow for the Judge.
• Use your communication and customer service skills as you interact with judges, other officials, court staff, members of the public and legal community.
• May include some after-hours work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Business Administration, Management, or closely related field, and
• At least four (4) years of executive secretarial, administrative, or office management experience; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Selected candidates will be required to complete clerical testing during the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, or a closely related field.
• Experience in a legal or court work environment.

Successful candidates will possess these qualifications:

• Ability to create written work products that are error-free and professionally formatted.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS

Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire.

Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.

HEALTH - Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.

VISION - The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.

DENTAL - Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER - Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.

RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.

LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.

WELLNESS PROGRAM - Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS - Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.

HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF - Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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Do you have an Associate Degree in Business Administration, Management, or closely related field?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have at least four (4) years of executive secretarial, administrative, or office management experience documented on your application?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have a valid drivers license?

• YES
• NO

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Do you understand that selected candidates will be required to complete clerical testing during the interview process?

• YES
• NO

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Employer Chatham County Government

Address 123 Abercorn St

Savannah, Georgia, 31401

Phone 912-652-7964

Website https://chathamcountyga.gov