Deputy Clerk - Washington General District Court

Title:

Deputy Clerk

State Role

Title:

Salary Non-Specified

Hiring Range: $40,042

Location:

Washington General District Court

Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Additional Detail

Job Duties

This Court has a highly motivated and innovative staff that works very well together. We are seeking a new team member that can join and adapt with the current staff in an open office environment. This job can be both challenging and satisfying. We work with many entities such as law enforcement, attorneys, and the public. The individual we are seeking must be able to deal with each in a very kind, open and respectful manner.

The Deputy Clerk is assigned operational responsibilities with sporadic workflow and frequent deadlines. The Deputy Clerk ensures court instructions are executed and legal documents prepared with accuracy and in accordance with state and local policies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Duties include preparing detailed court documents in accordance with established guidelines, automated case management system data entry, scheduling matters for court, preparing correspondence, filing court documents, daily docket preparation and attending court sessions. Additional responsibilities include answering phones, assisting customers at the counter, assessing fines and costs, and receipting payments. Must be able to multitask and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

The selected individual must possess sound problem resolution skills, deliver a high degree of customer service, be detailed oriented and have a positive attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

The most competitive candidates will possess:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Most competitive applicants will have considerable court, business, or office related experience. Applicants should be highly organized and possess significant knowledge, skills, and abilities in personnel management, time management, and performance management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and advanced knowledge of office automation systems and computer software required. Court experience and experience handling money preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in an office and courtroom setting. Duties require the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and operate standard office equipment. The employee may be required to lift or carry items weighing up to approximately 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Contact Information

Email:
Human resources