This position is a temporary part-time position (up to 24 hours a week or as needed). It is a temporary grant-funded position under the supervision of a Circuit Court Judge and the Court Administrator, the Judicial Court Services Officer assists the judge in managing hearings in the courtroom (virtual hearings) and assists with case processing before and after court events. This position will be in place for approximately 1 year as permitted by the grant.

• Ensures courtroom (virtual) is ready for court proceedings.
• Manages virtual litigants prior to and during hearings.
• Assists the judge in the courtroom during hearings and with any matters before and after hearings.
• Uses electronic recording equipment to record court proceedings, including logging hearings and exhibits as needed.
• Updates records in case management system as case events occur, such as dispositions, orders, and future hearing dates.
• Performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks such as preparing orders for the judge, processing paperwork for completed and upcoming court events, maintaining court files, speaking to litigants who contact the court.
• Answers phone calls regarding cases and provides information to callers in response to routine inquiries.

• High school graduation or equivalent. Some college preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of office or customer relations experience with a demonstrated knowledge of a variety of computer software and the capacity to continuously learn. Legal background and court experience preferred.
• Certified Electronic Recorder (CER) preferred
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all actions, follows through on all assignments, demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness through high quality work, and contributes a positive attitude, adapts to changes in legal requirements and technology, possesses ability to problem-solve and trouble-shoot, maintains a calm and helpful demeanor with others using the courts, desires continuous learning and improvement of work skills.

Calhoun County's benefits package offers flexibility, choice, and value. It is an attractive component of our employees total compensation package. At Calhoun County, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. We're committed to providing employees with access to a wide range of information and tools so they can stay informed and make the most of their Calhoun County flexible benefit package.

Part-time Employees may elect insurance, provided the Employee pays the full cost of the premium through payroll deduction. Temporary employees are not eligible for insurance.

Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan with 3 Different Flexible Benefit Plan Options (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))
Dental: 100% Employer Paid through Delta Dental (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))
Vision: 100% Employer Paid through BCBSM Vision Services Plan (VSP) (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))
Employee Health & Wellness Center (Premise Health): Most Services 100% Employer Paid (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))
Life Insurance: 100% Employer Paid for Basic Life & AD&D
Short Term Disability: 100% Employer Paid for 67% Wage Loss Benefits up to 26 Weeks
Retirement: Employer 401(k) Match Program Up to 7% of Employee Contribution (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer Paid Through Bronson HelpNet (More information (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader))

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Flexible scheduling & telecommuting options depending on position and department

• Start through fourth years – 144 Hours (3.6 weeks based on 40-hour work week)
• Fifth through ninth years – 184 Hours (4.6 weeks)
• Tenth through fourteenth years – 224 Hours (5.6 weeks)
• Fifteen and Subsequent years – 264 Hours (6.6 weeks)

Amounts & distribution may vary slightly by union contract, policy, and/or defined work week

• Term Life Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Long Term Disability Wage Loss Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Perks Program (discounts at local merchants for being a County employee)