Courtroom Assistant - Blythe

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking detail-oriented, adaptable, and service-driven professionals to join our team of Courtroom Assistants.

This unique opportunity combines the responsibilities of a Courtroom Assistant and Court Services Assistant III, offering a dynamic role for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety in their work, and take pride in supporting the administration of justice. Whether supporting judicial officers during courtroom proceedings or performing essential case processing and court services functions, you'll play an important role in keeping Court operations running smoothly.

The Opportunity

As a Courtroom Assistant, you'll contribute to the efficient and orderly administration of justice through a combination of specialized courtroom and court services responsibilities.

This position is a combined assignment in which employees will be expected to perform the duties of both a Courtroom Assistant and Court Services Assistant III. Assignments will vary based on the Court's operational needs and may require employees to transition between courtroom proceedings and Court Services Assistant III functions.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced court professionals who are comfortable navigating complex procedures, managing competing priorities, and providing accurate, timely, and professional service in a variety of settings.

What You'll Do

Inside the Courtroom

• Support judicial officers during court proceedings by reviewing calendars, organizing case files, and ensuring necessary records and reference materials are available.

• Accurately document court proceedings, judicial rulings, and court actions by preparing official minute entries.

• Prepare and process court orders, judgments, warrants, writs, and other legal documents.

• Administer oaths and affirmations, process exhibits, and perform other specialized courtroom functions

• Update and maintain accurate case records in the Court's automated case management system.

• Communicate with attorneys, Court staff, and outside agencies to facilitate the timely processing of court actions.

Performing Court Services Assistant III Functions

• Coordinate and assign clerical work, train staff on Court processes and procedures, and provide technical guidance on complex or difficult assignments.
• Research and resolve complex case processing issues, including filing discrepancies and procedural challenges, to ensure cases move forward efficiently.
• Review, receive, and process legal documents across multiple Court divisions, ensuring completeness, timeliness, and compliance with applicable legal requirements.
• Review case files to identify outstanding processing requirements and take appropriate action to ensure case readiness.
• Schedule court appearances and hearings, prepare and update court calendars, and coordinate case readiness and courtroom availability.
• Attend calendar calls and communicate case status, trial readiness, and courtroom availability to appropriate staff.
• Assist the public by explaining Court procedures, filing requirements, and available resources while providing professional and courteous service.
• Interpret and apply new Court procedures and processes and communicate effectively with Court staff and outside agencies.
• Provide operational support across Court divisions and branches as needed to address changing workloads and staffing demands.

Flexibility is essential. Employees must be prepared to perform both courtroom and Court Services Assistant III responsibilities as assigned, adapting to changing priorities and operational demands.

For a complete list of the qualifications and essential duties, please refer to the Courtroom Assistant job description and Court Services Assistant III job description.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:
This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the Court have been met and may close at any time. However, the deadline to apply for first round consideration is Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST. 

All applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; those candidates deemed most qualified may be invited to an online or written assessment, if applicable. Candidates who take and successfully pass the assessment may be invited to an oral panel interview. 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 comprehensive background check and drug test.

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 [email protected] 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.