Court Clerk

Description

Department: District Court

Position Control Number: 0409-002

FLSA Status: Personal Staff not subject to FLSA

Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is not designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test: No

Opening Date: October 21, 2026


Closing Date: November 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for supervising and managing the internal operations and personnel of the District Court.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises and manages the internal operations of the Judge's Office and District Court.
• Oversees preparations of all court dockets (jail, plea, arraignment, and civil & small claims) and implementation of these documents in the courtroom.
• Oversees the Youth Accident Prevention Program and its implementation.
• Supervises courtroom procedures and assigns courtroom responsibilities.
• Oversees disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within District Court.
• Prepares and maintains departmental payroll and leave time records in compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Completes required paperwork for departmental staff including status changes, FMLA requests, Workers' Compensation forms, etc.
• Interviews applicants for departmental positions; makes hiring decisions and disciplinary decisions.
• Serves as liaison between the Judge's Office and other county offices, as well as the general public.
• Supervises the distribution of the interoffice and incoming mail.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: Directly supervises Traffic Supervisor, Small Claims/Civil Supervisor, Special Services Supervisor, Accounting Supervisor, Bailiff, and Computer Coordinator/Applications Analyst. Indirectly supervises 15 Deputy Court Clerks.


WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a smoking-restricted office environment.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Comprehensive knowledge of procedures and processes of District Court.
  • Considerable knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
  • Considerable knowledge of laws and ordinances governing disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within the District Court.
  • Considerable knowledge of budgetary procedures and practices.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public, attorneys, County employees, and law enforcement agencies.
  • Ability to read and interpret court orders and other legal documents.
  • Ability to prepare detailed numerical reports.
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a reliable manner.
  • Ability to supervise a staff involved with case processing.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
  • Skill in the operation of a calculator.
  • Skill in the operation of and data entry into a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Ability to communicate effectively orally.
  • Visual acuity is needed for use of the computer screen and review of written documents.
  • Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard and calculator operation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of bachelor's degree in business administration, Organizational Management, Public Administration, or a related field; considerable experience in the court system, public administration, organizational management, law office management, or related field; some supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.


Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.


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