Court Clerk

Kitsap County is seeking a dedicated professional to fill this critical Court Clerk role that serves as the vital link between the judicial system, law enforcement, and the community we serve. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in court administration while making a lasting impact on the administration of justice and public service in Kitsap County.

You’ll be stepping into a fast-paced court environment that handles a diverse range of legal proceedings and public interactions, ready for someone with strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy to ensure the seamless operation of our court system. This role offers the perfect blend of technical legal knowledge, public service, meaningful community impact, and professional growth for an experienced professional ready to build their career in the judicial system.

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of courtroom actions
  , including release of defendants, warrant processing, assignment of counsel, and management of legal documents and paperwork.
• Manage front-office legal processes by providing direct public assistance, accepting and processing civil and criminal documents, handling protection order petitions, processing payments, and supporting counter, phone, and chat services.
• Interpret and process legal documents in compliance with state statutes and state/local court rules, ensuring the highest standards of confidentiality and accuracy.
• Utilize specialized court software to evaluate, enter, process, and distribute legal documents, including programs interfacing with external vendors and the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts.
• Prepare and coordinate court calendars, correspondence, dockets, and other official documents
  , applying in-depth knowledge of specialized court procedures.
• Facilitate communication between the Court, the public, law enforcement, attorneys, and other agencies to maintain efficient case flow and high-quality service.
• Exercise independent judgment within established authority to support courtroom and administrative operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, guidelines, and legal requirements.

• Technical Background: 2 years of administrative/clerical office experience that includes providing a high level of customer service. Related education demonstrating required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job may substitute for up to six months of experience.
• Customer Service Excellence: Proven experience working with the public in a customer service role, essential for effectively assisting diverse community members, answering questions, and managing interactions with professionalism and empathy in a legal setting.
• Communication & Public Service
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong interpersonal abilities to interact professionally with diverse audiences including judges, attorneys, law enforcement, and the public under sometimes stressful circumstances.
• Organizational Excellence: Proven ability to manage time-sensitive workflows, maintain accurate records, and coordinate complex calendaring in a high-volume environment.
• Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • Recent (within the past five years) experience working in the justice system, court administration, or a legal office setting.
  • Familiarity with Washington State court rules and procedures, including an understanding of how to interpret, apply, and follow local and statewide rules governing filings, deadlines, courtroom operations, and case processing.
  • Previous cashiering, cash handling, or retail experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as used for document preparation, data entry, and daily administrative tasks.

• Meaningful Public Service:
  Play a direct role in ensuring fair access to justice and supporting the legal rights of individuals throughout the community.
• Collaborative, Mission-Driven Team:
  Join a dedicated group of professionals committed to integrity, accuracy, and exceptional public service.
• Professional Growth & Development:
  Gain exposure to courtroom operations, legal processes, and state-level…