Welcome
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- High School Diploma or GED
- Two (2\) years of clerical experience in a professional setting, including customer service
- Experience in a court or legal environment (highly desirable)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multitask in a fast\-paced environment
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Proficiency with computers and data entry (35 WPM typing required)
- Provide front\-line customer service by assisting the public with court processes, filings, and procedures
- Review and process legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Schedule hearings and maintain court calendars
- Maintain and update official court records in automated systems
- Handle payments, fines, and fees with accuracy and accountability
- Prepare official court documents such as warrants, writs, and abstracts
- Support jury services, including juror orientation and coordination
- Conduct research on case history and respond to inquiries from the public and justice partners
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- 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 Employer's 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
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If you are looking for rewarding work in the judiciary, the Riverside Superior Court is the place for you!
We have an opportunity for a Court Services Assistant. We are seeking organized, customer service inclined individuals who will perform specialized clerical work in support of court operations and support services activities.
What We’re Looking ForMinimum Qualifications:
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
What You’ll Do
In this dynamic role, you will:
This recruitment will fill current vacancies at all court locations in addition to establishing a countywide eligibility list.
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:
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:
Step I: All applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; those qualified candidates may be referred to step II in the selection process.
Step II: Those candidates that are successful in the previous step may be invited to take a pass/fail online assessment. A validation assessment may be performed at any point during the recruitment. Those candidates passing the examination may be referred to step III in the selection process.
Step III: Those candidates successful in the previous step, may be invited to participate in an oral panel interview exam (weight 100%) conducted in person or virtually using Zoom. Those 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, background and reference checks.
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 HR@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.
Unit: LIUNA
FLSA Status: Non\-Exempt
Reports to: Court Services Supervisor
Amount of Travel Required: N/A
Work Schedule: M – F 8 hrs. per day
Positions Supervised: None
Pay Scale ID / Level: CSA/11
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: $1,153/month
* Employee \+ 1 Dependent: $1,932/month
* Employee \+ Family: $2,513/month
* Financial Flexibility: Save smart with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
* Peace of Mind: Secure supplemental life insurance benefits through Lincoln Financial.
* Court paid basic life/accidental dismemberment (AD\&D) insurance in the amount of:
+ $25,000/$25,000
* Golden Retirement: Build a strong future with a CalPERS pension and additional Nationwide 457(b) retirement savings options.
* 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 life's 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.