State of Florida

JUDICIAL ASSISTANT - CIRCUIT COURT - 22012329

State of Florida  •  $48k/yr  •  Fort Pierce, FL (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Requisition No: 867463

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: JUDICIAL ASSISTANT - CIRCUIT COURT - 22012329

Pay Plan: St.Crts Syst PIB

Position Number: 22012329

Salary: $47,746.68 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 01/09/2026

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POSITION: Judicial Assistant – Circuit

Position# 012329

LOCATION St. Lucie County Courthouse, Fort Pierce, FL

Position also travels to other locations within the Judicial Circuit, if needed.

SALARY $47,746.68 annually

Full-Time; Benefits Package Available; Florida State Retirement

EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately

General Description

The essential function of the position is to provide responsible administrative, secretarial, and clerical support to the assigned circuit court judge’s office. The position is responsible for administrative, secretarial, and clerical tasks of high responsibility; prepares and maintains the judge’s court and professional calendar; schedules and coordinates motions, hearings, and conferences; and assists attorneys with procedures on filing motions and hearing dates; attends pretrial and case management conferences to assist with scheduling of trials, scheduling of hearings, and managing docket. Provides organizational support for the judge’s caseload, including preparing orders; docketing jury instructions and a list of pending cases; ordering jurors; coordinating in-house services, such as interpreters; and reviewing case files for accuracy, format compliance, and completeness prior to submitting files to the judge. The position works independently under general supervision of the Circuit Judge.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Special Requirements

Education - High school diploma or GED and two years of college or vocational school education in paralegal, secretarial skills, computer operations, or a closely related field. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Experience - Four years of related work experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Certification and Special Requirements – Valid Florida State Driver’s License required.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following materials:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

Click here to apply and upload documents: State of Florida Careers - People First

Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 PM, Friday, January 9, 2026


The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. If you are a person with a disability who requires a special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the Office of Human Resources at (772) 807-4370 (option 6).

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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About State of Florida

Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.

Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.

Florida boasts the third largest population in the country and is richly diverse in both population and landscape. With an award-winning park system, warm weather and beautiful bodies of water, Florida is the perfect environment for recreational activities and outdoor enthusiasts. Our favorable tax climate means your income goes further and our business-friendly policies foster private sector growth. Joining Florida’s talented, diverse workforce provides the opportunity to achieve your professional goals while living in a state that values quality of life, culture and recreation. For employment opportunities with the State of Florida, visit https://jobs.myflorida.com.

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