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Are you looking for an interesting and meaningful temporary position within one of society's most vital operations? This might be the job for you! As a Court Assistant in the reception at Eksjö District Court, you will work with varied and stimulating tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

About Us

Eksjö District Court is an open and development-oriented workplace with dedicated employees. We currently have just over 25 staff members, and the court consists of a case unit and an administrative unit. The workplace is characterized by close collaboration among employees.

We handle just over 2,500 cases and matters per year. Approximately 45 lay judges are attached to the court. The court's jurisdiction covers the municipalities of Eksjö, Vetlanda, Nässjö, Sävsjö, Aneby, and Tranås.

Together with other courts in the country, the District Court forms the foundation of the judiciary and is a cornerstone of the democratic society.

We are now seeking a Court Assistant for a fixed-term employment starting on August 11th and ending on November 15th, 2026, with a possibility of extension.

The work is performed at the court in Eksjö.

Main Responsibilities

As a Court Assistant, you will handle simpler tasks in the court's reception and potentially in the case unit.

Initially, you will focus on delivering public documents upon request. You will also assist with practical preparations and technical support in the hearing rooms, including managing equipment, as well as performing certain other administrative duties and limited caretaking tasks. You will also be available to visitors with a calm and professional demeanor.

You will work together with various colleagues and gain practical insight into a large part of the District Court's operations.

Qualifications

You must have completed upper secondary education. You have the ability to quickly absorb new knowledge and can apply your knowledge and experience in a flexible manner. You have good proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written. You convey information clearly and simply, both orally and in writing.

You are meticulous, yet flexible and solution-oriented, and you get things done quickly. You enjoy switching between administrative and practical work and have a strong sense of responsibility and service. Very good computer skills are required, and you must be open to working with new systems. As a person, you are service-oriented and quality-conscious. You have an easy time calmly dealing with people of different needs and backgrounds. You also collaborate well with others, prioritize tasks according to operational needs, and adapt quickly.

This is a combined role. To thrive here, you must be able to handle various administrative tasks and switch between roles.

You are not afraid to jump in or take personal responsibility for your work. You are also a good colleague who sees yourself as a resource for other areas if the situation requires it. You value delivering good results and want to be an active part of the District Court's operations.

You play an important role in the court's daily work, where we collaborate to fulfill the court's mission. The work is varied, social, and requires both structure and flexibility – perfect for you who thrive in a dynamic environment.

Since the position requires you to quickly get up to speed and collaborate well, decisive importance will be placed on your personal qualities.

We will conduct rolling selections and interviews, so please submit your application today!

Practical Information

The last day for applications is July 8, 2026.

Apply digitally.

Please attach the following:

• A cover letter describing why you are applying for the position of Court Assistant with us.
• CV.
• Documentation proving you have completed upper secondary education.

Salary: Monthly salary.
Employment type: Fixed-term employment.
Duration: Start date: 2026-08-11.