District Court Clerk

Role Summary

District Court Clerk – King County, WA (Term‑Limited Temporary; anticipated end December 31, 2026).

King County District Court (KCDC) is the largest and most technologically advanced court of limited jurisdiction in Washington, processing ~200,000 matters per year with 25 elected judges and ~260 employees across 8 courthouse locations.

We seek active learners who are adaptive, reliable, and action‑oriented, capable of serving diverse populations (in‑person, telephonic, virtual, electronic). Candidates must communicate within legal boundaries, maintain a positive rapport, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with supervisors.

• Utilize active listening and problem‑solving skills to assist a diverse customer base.
• Accurately process cases and update case records, demonstrating high detail orientation.
• Handle processing and system changes regularly with adaptive learning.
• Provide excellent customer service through in‑person, telephonic, and written communication.
• Confers and communicates with management and team on time‑sensitive tasks, setting priorities.
• Accurately schedule, maintain, and distribute courtroom calendars.
• Collaborate effectively within a team while working independently.
• Disseminate information and instruction in courtroom settings as directed.
• Serve as first point of contact for court users, answering questions within legal boundaries.
• Maintain court integrity while recognizing role importance.
• Accurately collect fees and update financial records.
• Daily interactions with judges, attorneys, and executive‑level management.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with internal and external customers (in‑person, telephonic, written).
• Resilient, able to preserve composure in high‑pressure environments.
• Customer service experience.
• Foster productive relationships with diverse teams, customers, vendors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).
• Clear verbal and written communication with discretion, patience, professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
• Handle multiple tasks requiring high accuracy under short deadlines.
• De‑escalate tension‑filled situations.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy amid shifting priorities.
• Technical skills working with multiple applications and troubleshooting common issues.
• Committed to continuous learning and a positive attitude in fast‑paced, culturally diverse environment.
• Experience as both team member and independent contributor.
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Fast learner, adaptable to changing tools, tasks, environments.
• Data management experience (entry, organization, accuracy checks).

• Fluency in one or more of:
  Amharic, American Sign Language, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Samoan, Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese.
• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience providing increasingly responsible administrative support, or equivalent combination of education, skills, training, and experience.

• Special Requirements: US Citizenship required; contingent on criminal background investigation and fingerprinting.
• Selection Process: Application screening → phone screen, skill assessment, panel interviews; offer contingent on background checks.
• Work Location: Multiple courthouses:
  Seattle, Shoreline, Redmond, Bellevue, Issaquah, Burien, MRJC (Kent), Auburn.
• Work Schedule: Regular 40‑hour week; may require additional hours to meet deadlines; after‑hours, on‑call support required.
• Physical Demands: Sit, talk, hear, use hands; stand, walk, reach; move up to 10 lbs. Close vision required.
• Working Conditions: Office environment with moderate noise; routine use of standard office equipment.
• Union Affiliation: Local 21 DC.

King County District Court is an EEO employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

For more information or to apply, contact Marwan Alqaysi, Human Resource Analyst, malqaysi. Include “District Court Clerk” in the email subject line.

• Medical, dental, vision coverage options
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement (pension plan, 457(b))
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays + 2 personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family, medical, volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• On‑site activity centers
• Employee giving program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options (depending on position)
• Training and career development programs

Term‑Limited Temporary positions may have different benefit eligibility; see specific terms.