Deputy Clerk

Lee County Circuit Clerk's Office

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule: Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Lee County Courthouse

Join Our Team!

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping others? The Lee County Circuit Clerk's Office is looking for a dependable, customer-focused  Deputy Clerk to join our team.

As a Deputy Clerk, you'll play an important role in supporting the court system by assisting with court records, processing legal documents, helping members of the public, and ensuring the day-to-day operations of the office run smoothly. Every day brings something new in this fast-paced and rewarding environment. 

If you enjoy administrative work, have strong organizational skills and thrive in a position where accuracy and customer service matter, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Deputy Clerk, you will:

• Process, prepare, file, and manage a variety of court and legal documents.
• Attend Civil, Criminal, Traffic, and Family Court proceedings and accurately record court actions. 
• Operate computerized case management systems to enter, maintain, and retrieve court records.
• Code documents according to established county procedures.
• Answer multiple phone lines and assist attorneys, court personnel, and members of the public while providing excellent customer service (without providing legal advice).
• Collect court fines and fees, process payments, and issue receipts.
• Assist customers both in person and by telephone with professionalism and courtesy.
• Interpret and work with technical and legal documents.
• Maintain confidential information and accurate records.
• Follow all federal, state, and county policies and procedures.
• Support the Circuit Clerk's Office by assisting coworkers and performing other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• The ability to prioritize work and adapt to frequent interruptions.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience using standard office equipment.
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

• Experience working in an office setting.
• Experience providing customer service to the public.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a busy office environment using computers, phones, copiers, scanners, and other standard office equipment. The position is largely sedentary but does require occasional filing, lifting files, bending, and reaching. 

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Optional Deferred Compensation (457(b) Plan)
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance

Lee County offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. 

Additional Information

• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• No regular travel is required, although occasional training opportunities may arise. 
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. We comply with all applicable federal and state employment opportunity laws and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume or completed employment application to:

Lee County Human Resources

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Or apply in person at:

Lee County Human Resources

112 E. 2nd Street

Dixon, IL 61021

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Background and security clearance is required for this position.