Court Clerk I

Job Opportunity with Town of Castle Rock

The Town of Castle Rock is looking for a dedicated individual to join their team. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and benefits, and is located at 100 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104.

The role includes:

• Exceptional customer service and primary contact for inquiries
• Communication with attorneys and filing of entries of appearance
• Importing citation data and managing case files
• Providing procedural assistance to the public
• Monitoring cases for compliance with court orders
• Serving as court clerk during sessions
• Processing payments and paperwork with DMV and Police Department
• Assisting with post-court processing and quality assurance reviews
• Preparing the courtroom and performing routine clerical functions
• Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Previous customer service experience
• Ability to type 40 words per minute

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of legal terminology
• Ability to make decisions based on good judgment
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of protected information
• Skill in using computerized database systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to complete work product in a timely manner
• Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Physical demands include:

• Sedentary work for long periods of time
• Occasional physical work lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens

Work environment is primarily in a clean, comfortable setting. Equipment used includes general modern office equipment.

Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment. The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.