Court Clerk

Job TitleNature of WorkUnder general supervision performs specialized office work of moderate difficulty; performs related work as assigned.Typical Duties(Illustrative Only) • Coordinates specialized departmental function • Assists with the supervision, training, and evaluation of support personnel • Provides training to assigned staff • Receives, reviews, processes and distributes confidential and sensitive documents • Processes documents related to misdemeanor, felony, and civil cases • Prepares and maintains records and reports • Researches records and disburses information • Composes, formats and types correspondence, reports and other documents • Assists other agencies with information and explaining procedures • May prepare and maintain accounting and other records • May handle and account for cash in various amounts Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting, walking, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending and crawling for filing; working with and around others; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist/elbow/ shoulder) for computer work, filing, copying etc.; vision acuity (near) for computer work and reading documents; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity and touch for typing.Minimum QualificationsThree years of experience in clerical work and one year experience in Justice Court environment; ORAssociate's degree in a related field and two years of experience in clerical work and one year experience in Justice Court environment; ORBachelor's degree in a related field and one year of experience in clerical work and one year experience in Justice Court environment; ORAny equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.This position is not exempt from overtime.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must pass fingerprint clearance.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of:Justice Court terms and meaningsLegal terminology, statutes and court proceduresOffice practices and proceduresRules and procedures of department, including state and federal lawWord processing, spread sheets and other computer applicationsBusiness English, spelling and arithmeticSkill in:The operation and maintenance of a variety of office equipmentCustomer serviceResearching and problem solvingOrganizing and coordinating the efforts of court personnelAbility to:Analyze legal documents and interpret statutory requirementsPerform complex administrative functions with speed and accuracyMaintain confidentiality and work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing program demands and prioritiesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the publicWork safely and support the culture of workplace safetyFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingType and perform data entry accuratelyPrepare and maintain complex records and reportsCoconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.BenefitsEmployee BenefitsCoconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)Vacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care InsuranceDental PlanVision PlanGroup Life InsurancePre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion PlanPersonal Day Purchase ProgramVacation Sell Back ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramWellness ProgramLong-Term DisabilityArizona State Retirement SystemEmployee Assistance ProgramOn-going Training OpportunitiesFree bus transportation/ EcoPass bus passElective CoverageDependent Medical, Dental, and VisionSupplemental Life (for employees & dependents)Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTax-deferred investment programAccidental and Disability InsuranceShort Term Disability