Clerk of Court

The Glennallen Trial Court of the Alaska Court System (ACS) is seeking a dynamic, motivated professional to join our team as a Clerk of Court (salary range 12). This key role leads and oversees clerical operations in the Glennallen Court while also providing essential backup and remote support to the Cordova and Valdez courts. If you’re ready to take on a leadership position that keeps the justice system running smoothly across multiple communities, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

* Employees transferring from another State of Alaska agency or applicants with prior legal work experience or education in the legal field may receive consideration for advance step placement.

This position will provide professional technical support, leadership, and supervision of the various functions of the clerk's office, including processing of all criminal, civil, small claims, minor offense, probate and children's cases. You will assure efficient case flow management, integrity of court records, files, and accounts, effective jury management, in‑court procedures, accurate warrant procedure, and collection and disbursement of fines, restitution, and other funds.

You will review statutes, rules, bills, codes, policies, and procedures and apply them as required, coordinating closely with the Valdez and Cordova courts to ensure coverage of all essential operations and calendars and occasionally assisting other Third District rural courts.

Balance the cash ledger and journal for the court's trust fund, make deposits, report quarterly and monthly to Fiscal Operations, issue checks, and ensure timely distribution of monies. Pick up mail from the post office and make bank deposits using personal vehicle (reimbursement for mileage provided).

Receive and respond to complaints from the public, parties, attorneys, judges, and others about the Glennallen Trial Court. Conduct investigations as necessary to resolve problems, and with the judge, serve as liaison for the court with local public agencies and a variety of organizations on issues of mutual concern.

Operate, troubleshoot, and update computer systems and records, ensure data is entered correctly, and work with information services on all technology‑related matters.

This position is scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one‑hour lunch break.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and optional vision coverage, employer‑paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.

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The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.

• Graduation from high school or completion of a General Education Development (GED) certificate and one year of general clerical, office or retail work experience OR completion of 36 semester credit hours or 48 quarter credit hours of coursework from an accredited college.
• Experience in court clerical duties, bookkeeping, or related administrative roles.
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.

• Post‑secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
• A letter of interest that explains how you meet the minimum qualifications and expresses your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
• At least three (3) professional references with supervisory authority, including daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.

Letter of Interest

Please attach a professional letter of interest to your application. The letter should be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position and express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. The letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.