Courtroom Clerk - Criminal

Posting Date 05/27/26 Application Deadline 05/31/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $23.00 - $29.50 hourly Full Pay Range: $23.00 - $36.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. A higher wage would be offered only based on legal experience (e.g., with a law firm). Additional questions regarding pay can be discussed with HR during the hiring process if you are offered the position. Job Type Unclassified Department Clerk of the Superior Court About the Position Are you ambitious, enthusiastic, and passionate about actively participating in the justice system process? Perhaps you enjoy being in a fast-paced environment and can easily juggle multiple projects. If that's you, apply to be our Courtroom Clerk! As the Courtroom Clerk, you’ll be responsible for recording and memorializing court proceedings by attending court sessions, communicating oaths with witnesses and juries, and maintaining exhibits offered in a courtroom as evidence. You will be right in the center of the courtroom action, working very closely with the judge and courtroom assistant. The functions performed by this position ensure there is an objective record of events to facilitate the judicial process and expedite resolution pursuant to A.R.S. SS12-283. Be bold and dare to make a difference, not just today but every day as a Clerk of the Superior Court! Check out a day in the life: These opportunities are within our Adult Services Division, working on criminal case types in Downtown Phoenix. About Us Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. The Clerk of the Superior Court (COSC) is seeking people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team environment, and serve the community. Every member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. COSC adopted Factors for Success to provide transparent guidance for sustainability, strategic initiative achievement, positive learning culture, and inclusivity by linking foundational skills and value-based behaviors. The four Factors for Success and related competencies are: Thought: Have and use the appropriate knowledge. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Strategic Mindset) Results: Take initiative and be accountable for results. (Takes Initiative, Ensures Accountability, Results Focused) People: Effectively communicate and interact with others. (Influential, Develops/Others Teamwork, Collaborative) Self: Recognize and reflect on oneself and one’s behavior. (Authentic, Aware, Flexible) Proud to Offer Perform work with a greater purpose: play a vital and intricate part in the administration of justice Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County and hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts and employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% per paycheck contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of clerical, legal office, or court-related experience OR Two years at the Clerk of the Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk or higher High School Diploma or GED Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement Job Contributions Attend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and transcribe notes into standard minute entry format within established timeframes Determine the correct parties/agencies entitled to receive copies of minute entries Record and secure exhibits presented for court proceedings Communicate oaths, affirmations, and contents of court documents to court participants Receive, process, and/or issue court documents, including protective orders, jail releases, warrants, and confidential orders Proofreads and edits work with a high degree of accuracy and detail Maintain a list of cases under advisement for quarterly submission to the Supreme Court Participate in large group training or one-on-one mentoring Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in an office setting that consists of a high-volume and fast-paced environment with long periods of sitting while completing computer activities Consistent Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedules; teleworking based on business needs and supervisor approval Ability to frequently ascend and descend 1-3 steps to the work area, with or without accommodation Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull boxes and other items of up to 20 pounds Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass a criminal background check Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!