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Job TitleRecruitment Number 26-105LK, Judicial Clerk II, SR-12*, Hilo. *Salary rate effective July 1, 2026*Summary of DutiesPerforms a variety of court clerical work in the preparation, processing, and maintenance of court records for a division within the Circuit, District, Family, Land/Tax Appeal or Appellate Courts; and performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualification RequirementsEducation Requirement: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Excess experience of the type described below or work experience requiring the ability to read and comprehend and apply written directions or a high degree of verbal skill may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. General Experience: Two (2) years of general clerical work experience. Substitutions Allowed: Education at an accredited college or university may be substituted on the basis of 15 semester credits for six (6) months of General Experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Skill Requirement: Applicants must possess the ability to type 40 net words per minute. The applicant's proficiency may be evaluated by the appointing authority. Failure to meet the proficiency requirements may result in suspension of the applicant's eligibility. The Judiciary's Human Resources Department reserves the right to test an applicant when there is evidence that the applicant does not meet the proficiency requirements for the class for which the applicant applied. Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License: For certain positions, applicants must possess a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Qualification for Firearms (Lautenberg): For certain positions, applicants must be qualified to possess firearm or ammunition in accordance with state and federal laws, e.g., no misdemeanor or felony domestic violence conviction.Supplemental InformationAny additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to View email address on click.appcast.io, or mailed to the following address: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader) for other important information about the Merit or Civil Service System, Citizenship and Residency requirements, Accommodations, Veterans Preference, Examination process, Administrative Review, and more.Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following:Up to 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election yearsUp to 21 vacation leave days per yearUp to 21 sick leave days per yearReasonable time off with pay for jury or witness duty, death in the family, for certain military duty, and for donating to the Blood BankEmployer contribution to premiums for enrollment in the state sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plansFree life insurance policy for employees and retireesDeferred compensation retirement savings planState retirement plan for eligible employeesJudiciary employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information: CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND OTHER RELATED INFORMATION (Download PDF reader) The above benefits are subject to modification or termination due to changes in statutes, collective bargaining provisions, and/or policies, etc. This summary does not constitute a legal document or contract. Benefits may vary by type of employment and employment conditions.01 Temporary Positions: Do you want to be considered for temporary positions? Yes No 02 Typing Skill Requirement: Applicants must possess the ability to type 40 net words per minute. Are you able to type 40 words per minute? Yes No 03 Education Requirement: Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent? Excess experience of the type described below or work experience requiring the ability to read and comprehend and apply written directions or a high degree of verbal skills may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Yes No 04 General Experience Requirement: In addition to graduation from high school or equivalent, this position requires two (2) years of general clerical work experience. Do you have two (2) years of general clerical work experience? Yes No 05 Driver's License: For certain positions, applicants may be required to have a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Do you have a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle and are you interested in being considered for positions that require driving? Yes No 06 IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. If you choose to submit a resume with your application, be sure the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties are indicated in the resume. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.