Records Clerk/Cashier

Job Posting: JR2026-00029114 Records Clerk/Cashier (Open)The work we do matters!Hiring Agency: Supreme Court - Agency 5Location: Lincoln, NEHiring Rate: $16.954Applications No Longer Accepted On: 09-18-2026Job Description: The Judicial Branch does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. The Judicial Branch offers:Health & Wellness:79% employer-paid health and prescription insuranceDental and vision insurance plans available to purchaseShort-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchaseEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential supportFlex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)Financial Security:156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement planFREE $20,000 Life Insurance PolicyOptional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchasePaid Time Off & Leave:13 paid holidays annuallyPaid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediatelyMilitary leave and Funeral/Bereavement leaveProfessional Growth:Paid training to develop your skillsFree continuing education credits to maintain professional certificationsAccess to specialized courses through Judicial Branch EducationOpportunity for bilingual payJob Description: This classification level performs clerical work under immediate supervision in a county court under the supervision of a clerk magistrate, a clerk of court, or a division manager. Responsibilities may include: performing clerical functions in assigned service area such as criminal/traffic, civil/small claims, or probate, guardian conservator and adoption by responding to routine inquiries; verifying files/information for missing details, accuracy, and distributing to appropriate staff for correction; preparing and processing motions; compiling and maintaining records by sorting, filing, scanning files and related documents; performing data entry, receiving fees/fines and other payments, and performing other general office duties.Location: 575 South 10th Lincoln, NE 68508Salary and Compensation:Starting Salary: $35,264.16 annually (Hiring Rate).Immediate Growth: Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period (if starting at Hiring Rate).Starting Rate Flexibility: Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.Please Note: Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase.Future Increases: Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval.Job Duties:Provides customer service to internal and external customers, which includes answering phones and greeting walk-in visitors, responding to requests for information from staff and/or the general public; answering routine questions.Performs clerical tasks, which includes collecting fees, fines and other payments; receiving, processing, sorting, filing, and/or distributing a variety of correspondence, materials, billings, payments, deliveries, mail, and/drop paperwork and other applicable documents.Enters information into applicable court databases and/or other computerized systems to collect and maintain court records and information in assigned area of responsibility and process court motions.Prepares, records, and/or maintains information, to include verifying files and information for accuracy and ensuring appropriate corrections.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.Requirements/Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.); or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.Note: An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.Knowledge Requirements:Customer service principles;Computers and related software applications;Criminal coding concepts;Federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations;Office procedures, methods, and equipment;Data entry techniques;Criminal history information.Skill Requirements:Providing customer service;Maintaining records;Performing data entry;Operating standard office equipment;Using computers and related software applications;Reviewing reports for accuracy;Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.Physical Requirements:Positions in this class work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required, not to exceed 20 LBSBenefits: We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: Opportunity Statement: The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.