Courtroom Clerk

This is not a remote position. Work is done on-site in the San Rafael office Monday to Friday with typical work hours from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Courtroom Clerks support judicial officers in assigned courtrooms. They are responsible for preparing and processing legal documents and official records of Court proceedings in civil, criminal, family law, probate, juvenile, and small claims cases. Courtroom Clerks exercise initiative and independent judgment in recording courtroom activities and provide technical and often confidential office support to the judge to which assigned, and performs related work as required.

Typical duties:

• Attends court sessions, takes notes regarding proceedings; prepares minute orders and other court documents; prepares or answers correspondence related to court procedures and disposition of cases; prepares and issues bench warrants; maintains records and control of evidence.
• Maintains records of hearing dates and continuances; consults with attorneys and the court regarding changes in court calendar dates; calendars cases from one session to another.
• Impanels juries, maintains records of challenges, administers oaths or affirmations to witnesses and jurors; records jury service.
• Assesses fees due, maintains accounts receivable records and collects jury fees and court reporter fees.
• Reviews written orders from attorneys for proper format and content prior to their presentation for judge's signature.
• Enters specified information and summaries of proceedings into various automated systems, utilizing a variety of criminal, civil and related database and word processing formats.
• Provides technical support to the assigned judge; acts as liaison with attorneys and representatives of Marin County departments and agencies; maintains calendars, prepares correspondence and performs a variety of office administrative support work.
• Works closely and coordinates activities with court processing specialists and other support personnel to ensure effective court operations.
• Maintains court case records and supportive documentation for judges; receives, marks, maintains records and assumes custody of evidence and exhibits.
• Notifies parties of court matters; prepares written notice to attorneys and others regarding hearing dates, filing dates, court rulings, and decisions.
• Provides for court interpreters as required; maintains records of medical examiners and expert witnesses; arranges for payment of fees.
• Prepares and sends abstracts to the Department of Motor Vehicles; prepares State Prison abstracts.
• Assists in the training of court staff that provide courtroom support work.

Education and Experience
Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Experience: Two years of responsible legal, court or judicial office support experience, which provided familiarity with a wide variety of legal documents.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person