Requisition No: 871122 

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: JUDICIAL ASSISTANT - CIRCUIT COURT - 22003481

 Pay Plan: St.Crts Syst PIB

Position Number: 22003481 

Salary:  $47,746.68 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 02/27/2026 

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Judicial Assistant

Key West, Monroe County, Florida

Position Number 22003481

Annual Salary: $47,746.68

Why You’ll Love This Role in the Florida Keys

• Work in Paradise: Spend your days just a stone’s throw from tropical ocean views, swaying palm trees, and lively island culture.
• Dynamic Environment: The Florida Keys court system handles a diverse range of cases, so no two days are the same.
• Professional Growth: Collaborate with experienced judges, attorneys, and fellow court staff who value your expertise.

Position Summary

The essential function of the position within the organization 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. The position works independently under general supervision, according to some procedures, developing work methods and sequences. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES 

Education

Refers to job-specific training and education that is recommended for entry into the position.  Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

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. 

Experience

Refers to the amount of related work experience that is recommended for entry into the position, which would result in a reasonable expectation that the person can perform the required tasks. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis, excluding supervisory experience. 

Four years of related work experience. 

Benefits:

At the Administrative Offices of the Courts, Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, we believe our greatest strength is our people. It’s your commitment, talent, and dedication that enable our courts to operate with excellence and integrity every day. That’s why we invest in a comprehensive benefits package—designed with your health, well-being, and financial security in mind.

Whether you're building your career or supporting your family, our benefits are here to support you every step of the way. From health coverage and retirement plans to paid leave and professional development, we’re proud to offer resources that help you thrive while making a meaningful impact in our vibrant Florida Keys community.

• Great working environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision + other supplemental insurances offered through the State of Florida
• Sick + Vacation Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Membership with Florida State Retirement System (Pension or Investment)
• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Term Life $25,000 (Free to Employee)
• Free Parking
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive, collegial legal environment

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an Application Packet to Personnel@Keyscourts.net or by U.S. Mail to 16th Judicial Circuit, Personnel, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040. State of Florida applications and complete job descriptions may be found at www.KeysCourts.net. 

Your application packet should include:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume detailing your court reporting experience
3. State of Florida Application 

To apply for position openings, please review and comply with the instructions in the specific job posting. All applicants must submit a complete and current original application packet to be considered for the advertised vacancy. Please be advised that applying for a vacancy does not guarantee an interview or employment with the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be subject to verification of the information contained within the application, including a minimum of two professional (past employment) reference checks. The successful applicant will also be required to pass a criminal background check. 

For questions about the Judicial Assistant posiiton, please contact (305) 295-3652. 

In accordance with Section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (judicial branch) are not covered under the Career Service System. All Florida State Courts System employees are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and do not attain tenure rights.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, or disability. 

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

ADA: If you need accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify us in advance at (305) 295-3652; to make a call through the Florida Relay Service, you can dial 7-1-1

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.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The 16th Judicial Circuit participates in the U.S. Government’s Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify) to assist in this required verification process. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) upon hire within the first 3 days of employment. For information about E-Verify, please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees 

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.