Legal Clerk (Circuit Clerk

• Date Posted: 7/30/2026
• Location:
  
  101
  
  E. Main Street (Courthouse)
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP
• Closing Date: 08/13/2026

Location: 101

E. Main Street (Courthouse)

Date Available: ASAP

Join the Champaign County Circuit Clerk's Office as a Legal Clerk and become an essential part of our justice system. We are seeking dependable, detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and are committed to public service.

• Reliability
  :
  Consistent attendance and punctuality are required.
• Customer Service
  :
  Interact professionally and courteously with the public, attorneys, judges, other County staff, and partner organizations - even on challenging days.
• Technology Skills
  :
  Comfortably and proficiently use modern office equipment, computers, and software for processing, filing, and searching court documents.
• Team Player
  :
  Support your colleagues, train new staff, and help maintain a positive, productive workplace.
• Work Ethic
  :
  Focus on getting the job done efficiently and accurately, with a positive attitude and a commitment to results.

• Reliable and punctual
  :
  You show up every day, on time, ready to work.
• Tech-savvy
  :
  You are comfortable using computers, office software, and modern office equipment. Preference is given to applicants who are proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Customer-focused
  :
  You enjoy helping people, even when they are frustrated or upset.
• Detail-oriented
  :
  You have excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Results-driven
  :
  You prefer to focus on what needs to be done and how to get it done, rather than making excuses.
• Minimum Requirements
  :
  High school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. Additional clerical or secretarial training is a plus.
• Language Skills
  :
  Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

• Stable Position
  :
  This is a bargaining unit position with AFSCME, offering job security and a clear path for professional development within the Circuit Clerk's office.
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  Paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits.
• Supportive Team Environment
  :
  Work with a dedicated team committed to justice and public service.
• Opportunity for Growth
  :
  Gain valuable experience in the legal field, ideal for those considering careers in law or public administration.

• Set by AFSCME contract.
• $19.48 per hour starting wage.
• $100 per month after the probationary period for customer service in non-English languages.
• The County offers all eligible employees a competitive benefits package, which is outlined on our website , including the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), optional 457 deferred compensation plans, and a comprehensive health insurance plan.