8106-Legal Process Clerk

Department: Citywide Job class: 8106-Legal Process Clerk Salary range: $72,748.00 - $88,426.00 Role type: Permanent Civil Service Hours: Full-time Exam type: Class Based Test Rule: Rule of the List List type: Entrance About: Application Opening: August 17, 2026 Application Deadline: August 23, 2026 at 11:59pm San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. Under direct supervision, the Legal Process Clerk performs detailed clerical work involving the processing of legal actions. The essential functions of this job may include: reviewing, processing, routing and filing records; retrieving legal documents using various filing systems; responding to inquiries made in-person and over the telephone; answering questions pertaining to regulation requirements of documents; utilizing computer terminals to perform record researches and data entry; assembling legal papers and case files; filing motions and other legal papers; distributing mail and delivering legal papers; typing forms, memoranda, correspondence and notices. Some positions may require considerable public contact. According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. Reviews, processes, routes, and files records such as marriage licenses, fictitious name statements, etc. and retrieves legal documents such as court orders. Responds to in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, attorneys, litigants, witnesses, victims, police and other law enforcement agencies; checks files and computer records to locate requested information; provides information regarding court and office procedures. Operates computer terminal to perform record researches and data entry functions. Types forms, memoranda, correspondence and notices; assembles legal papers and case files. Files motions and other legal papers in Superior and Municipal Courts. Makes entries in the Register of actions; maintains registers of cases bound over to Superior Court. Tallies and records dispositions of cases. Distributes mail and delivers legal papers to courtroom. Obtains records of prior convictions and imprisonment of felons by contacting criminal justice agencies. Reviews and routes motions to expunge and to seal and destroy records. Examines legal documents to determine acceptability for recording or filing assesses and collects fees and taxes. Answers questions pertaining to regulation requirements of documents; compiles by departmental customer service policies in dealing with the general public. Nature of work: The nature of this work is that some positions may require considerable public contact and this work may include carrying and lifting heavy file and/or storage containers that could weigh up to 25 pounds. How to qualify Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. Experience One (1) year (equivalent of 2,000 hours) of verifiable experience processing and/or researching documents in accordance with laws, codes and/or regulations in a legal, governmental, real estate or financial services environment. Verification Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. ReviewSF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Note Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. What else should I know?

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Legal Process Clerk Series - Written Examination (Weight:100%): Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be provided the opportunity to participate in a written multiple-choice exam to determine their relative knowledge, skill and ability level in one or more of the following job-related areas. These areas may include, but are not limited to: Knowledge of state and local codes, statutes, ordinances; technical knowledge; and legal terminology; Ability to perform clerical sorting, filing, code and index documents, records and correspondence using alpha, chronological and numerical filing systems; record and transfer information to and from forms, records and databases; read and comprehend legal terminology; input and retrieve data; communicate clearly and effectively and interact courteously with other staff and the general public; and Skill to type 25 net words per minute. A passing score must be achieved on the examination in order to be placed/ranked on the Eligible List. The hiring department may administer additional position-specific selection procedures to make final hiring decisions. This is a new standardized multiple-choice examination, and previous bank scores will not be used. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 111.11.4, inspection privileges do not apply to the questions and answers in these examinations.

DURATION OF ELIGIBLE LIST

DURATION OF ELIGIBLE LIST: the duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 24 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at . Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco Exam Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Jennifer Bushman at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please include the recruitment ID, CBT-8106-C00457, in the subject line. Recruitment ID: C00457. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of San Francisco