ABOUT THE POSITION
As the Court Clerk II, you will:
- Manages the courtroom in an efficient manner; supports judicial officers in the courtroom during court proceedings; operates the Jefferson Audio Video System (JAVS) to record hearings; pulls court files and reviews for completeness; keeps a daily log of court proceedings; assists in preparing legal orders, sentencing documents, judges notes and paperwork.
- Reviews and maintains the accuracy of the court calendar, sets court dates and sends notices to the appropriate parties.
- Enters accurate data into an automated information system, creates and updates cases, processes records, locates and retrieves files or documents, and performs routine file maintenance.
- Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of files, paperwork, documents, and records necessary for arraignments, jail releases, bonds, warrants, orders of protection and injunctions against harassment.
- Receipts, reconciles, and verifies payments and bond monies; prepares financial reports; processes payments of various tender types and from multiple sources; establishes payment plans; monitors payment records; and performs mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
- Prepares, proofreads, and submits routine court correspondence, reports, records, documents and files.
- Tracks and monitors compliance with court orders and performs the appropriate follow up procedures.
- Provides customer service; responds to inquiries made in person and by phone; researches information and clarifies questions.
- May prepare and process marriage license applications, if deputized by the Clerk of the Superior Court.
- Maintains confidentiality of court proceedings, files, and documents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Possess knowledge of:
- Applicable laws, regulations, statutes, ordinances, policies, and procedures (Federal/State/City).
- Principles and procedures of legal record keeping and reporting.
- Applications of automated information systems.
- Standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.
- Basic math and arithmetic functions.
- Cash handling and processing.
- Court policies and procedures.
- Principles and practices of communication.
Have the ability to:
- Review and interpret documents regulations, legal documents, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.
- Interpret and apply legal terminology and court policies, processes and procedures.
- Coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks and activities.
- Provide access to the court and customer service in a professional manner.
- Use automated information systems to produce documents and maintain databases.
- Maintain records and filing systems.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED:
- Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis, Arizona
- High School Diploma or GED; and
- Three (3) years’ experience in a Court or similar environment including one (1) year as Clerk I, preferred, OR
- Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform this work.
- A valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment
- Be deputized by the Clerk of the Superior Court to issue marriage licenses.
- Arizona Committee of Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation
DESIRED/PREFERRED:
- Bilingual in Spanish
- San Luis residency
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applications received will be reviewed every Friday until filled.
Candidates deemed to have the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.