Judiciary Clerk - Civil
Salary: $48,373
This is an entry-level clerical position, performing civil litigation case processing duties and responsibilities daily. The judiciary clerk provides the public and attorneys with information regarding case statuses and court procedures. This is specialized clerical work that follows clearly established guidelines and procedures.
Enter civil correspondence received. Process over the counter and electronic filings received daily, such as: motions, requests, change of address, intentions to defend, service, setting trial/hearing dates, etc. Review incoming correspondence for accuracy. Time-stamp filings as received over the counter.
Greet and assist customers and attorneys by telephone or in person at the counter, advising them of procedures and providing general information.
Process incoming daily payments via mail, over the counter, and from courtrooms as the primary cashier utilizing the RCS and Odyssey Register System.
The incumbent will also serve as the primary Cashiering position to process incoming payments into the register systems. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education:
High School diploma (or GED equivalent).
Experience:
One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal or financial services.
Note:
A Bachelor's Degree may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge of:
General office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Skills:
Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.
Typing on a personal computer.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to:
Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, microfilm machine, register, scanner, fax machine, etc.
Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.
Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.
Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.
Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.
Perform duties consistent with the employee's classification at any location within the assigned District.
