New York State Unified Court system is currently accepting examination
applications for Court Assistant positions.
Court Assistants work in both the courtrooms or back offices of the New York State Courts
Applicants must possess, by the close of filing, July 13, 2010
a high school diploma (or G.E.D. equivalent) and two years clerical experience;
or
four years clerical experience.
Thirty college level credits may be substituted for each year of work experience.
Starting salary is over $44,000 (over $48,000 in New York City)
There are many examination based promotional opportunities. A career in the NYS Court System can lead to future examination based promotional opportunities offering salaries well in excess of $100,000 at longevity.
Court Assistants initially accrue 20 annual vacation days, 13 annual sick days
and 11 paid holidays. Vacation day accruals increase to 27 days after seven years.
Court Assistants work 35 hours per week, and enjoy generous benefits and pension plans.
Shomer Shabbos court employees have been accommodated in the
workplace with alternative work schedules.
Students studying abroad at the time of the Court Assistant Exam may apply in advance for an alternate test date.
All Shomer Shabbos applicants should check the box marked “Sabbath Observer” on the application form.
The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLY ON LINE at https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/OC/Application
For more info see http://www.nycourts.gov/careers/exams/45-762.pdf
You must file for the exam by July 13, 2010. Test date is October23, 2010, (Alternate date for Sabbath observers will be sent to applicants that request it)