Courtroom Clerk - Criminal

Posting Date 07/29/26 Final date to receive applications 08/02/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $23.00 - $29.50 hourly Full Pay Range: $23.00 - $36.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. A higher wage would be offered only based on legal experience (e.g., with a law firm).

Additional questions regarding pay can be discussed with HR during the hiring process if you are offered the position. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Clerk of the Superior Court About the Position Are you ambitious, enthusiastic, and passionate about actively participating in the justice system process?

Perhaps you enjoy being in a fast-paced environment and can easily juggle multiple projects. If that's you, apply to be our Courtroom Clerk! As the Courtroom Clerk, you’ll be responsible for recording and memorializing court proceedings by attending court sessions, communicating oaths with witnesses and juries, and maintaining exhibits offered in a courtroom as evidence. You will be right in the center of the courtroom action, working very closely with the judge and courtroom assistant.

The functions performed by this position ensure there is an objective record of events to facilitate the judicial process and expedite resolution pursuant to A.R.S. SS12-283. Be bold and dare to make a difference, not just today but every day as a Clerk of the Superior Court!
Check out a day in the life: These opportunities are within our Adult Services Division, working in Criminal Courtroom Services covering Criminal, Probate, and Mental Health Case types. About Us Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. The Clerk of the Superior Court (COSC) is seeking people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team environment, and serve the community.

Every member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. COSC adopted Factors for Success to provide transparent guidance for sustainability, strategic initiative achievement, positive learning culture, and inclusivity by linking foundational skills and value-based behaviors. The four Factors for Success and related competencies are:
Thought:
Have and use the appropriate knowledge. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Strategic Mindset) Results:
Take initiative and be accountable for results. (Takes Initiative, Ensures Accountability, Results Focused) People:
Effectively communicate and interact with others. (Influential, Develops/Others Teamwork, Collaborative) Self:
Recognize and reflect on oneself and one’s behavior. (Authentic, Aware, Flexible) Proud to Offer Perform work with a greater purpose: play a vital and intricate part in the administration of justice Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County and hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts and employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System.

This defined retirement benefit requires a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of clerical/office experience (preferred in a court or legal environment) OR Two years at the Clerk of the Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk or higher High School Diploma or GED Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement Job Contributions Attend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and…