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The Ninth Judicial District is seeking to fill a Court Operations Associate position within Roseau County Court Administration.
In this fast-paced and detail-oriented role, you will be responsible for processing cases and assisting court customers and justice partners in order to provide justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
This AFSCME-represented position is classified as a Court Operations Associate. Work is completed individually and in teams using independent judgment along with available resources to perform a variety of administrative assignments that requires dedication to providing excellent customer service, strong attention to detail, and technological skills to match our fast-paced, high volume, electronic environment.
Example of Duties - What You Will Do
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:

• Perform the full range of court operation work that may involve responsibility for a specific area of court case processing
• Perform a variety of advanced clerical functions and multiple case types
• Provide assistance to attorneys, parties, self-represented litigants, judges, and the public by responding to a variety of questions in-person, over the phone, by mail, and/or electronically
• Provide courtroom support by working with judges, court reporters, and other justice partners
• Review, enter, record, and update case information using an electronic case processing system and related applications and equipment
• Schedule and maintain court calendars
• Receive, process, and receipt payments due to the court
• Attend court and assist by calling cases, taking notes, and handling documents in the courtroom
• May perform the duties of an Electronic Recording Equipment Operator (EREO) including recording and monitoring court proceedings

Typical Qualifications - What You Must Have
The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, apply today!

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of relevant job experience or greater, which may include but is not limited to customer service, administrative work, office, and clerical work
• Experience providing customer service

Preferred Qualifications - Nice to Have

• Certificate or degree in a related field
• Considerable knowledge of court procedures, policies, and records management
• Experience working with the court's electronic case processing system
• Experience providing customer service
• Understanding of principles and practices of court proceedings, with an emphasis on applicable statutes, rules, and ordinances
• Ability to write job procedures and develop training materials in order to provide technical and procedural training to staff
• Ability to organize workflow and meet deadlines, plan and coordinate the daily work of other employees engaged in a variety of activities
• Ability to be flexible in changes with workload, job assignments, new procedures, different computer systems, court trends, and priorities
• Excellent listening, multitasking and customer service skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to express ideas concisely and clearly, both orally and in writing
• Skill in organization, planning, and follow through
• Dependable and adaptable

What You Will Bring

• Ability to learn rules of court, state statutes, case processing, policies, and procedures of the area of court assigned
• Knowledge of basic math
• Skill in navigating difficult situations and resolving conflict in a respectful and courteous manner
• Ability to effectively support court users who have limited experience with the judicial system
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service while working under pressure in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Skill in the operation of a personal computer, including electronic case management system and related applications and equipment
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and in compliance with all applicable court rules, policies, and statutes
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Well organized, detail oriented, and analytical

Supplemental Information
The hours for this position will be between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday; hours may vary depending on business needs.
The expected starting salary for external candidates is $21.45 per hour up to midpoint of the salary range, depending on qualifications. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of Minnesota employee benefits.
Instructions for Applying
Complete and submit your online application with resume, references, and cover letter attached by September 8, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. **Please include three professional references with contact information.**
All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check. An employment offer may be rescinded if the background check identifies job related convictions.
This AFSCME-represented position is posted for bidding and internal application by current Minnesota Judicial Branch employees only. The filling of AFSCME-represented positions is governed by the labor agreement, which requires that represented candidates be considered first. AFSCME-represented court employees applying for this position must have successfully passed their original 6-month probationary period and served 6 months in their current position prior to applying for this position.
For external applicants, the selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you.
Please contact Human Resources with questions regarding this posting via email: ruth.bender@courts.state.mn.us; Phone: (218) 759-4370.
About Us
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at Ruth.Bender@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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