Deputy Clerk 2 - Appellate

THIRD DISTRICT APPELLATE COURT
1004 Columbus Street

Ottawa, IL 61350

Applicant may be required to submit additional material and/or complete job specific tests for the position.

POSITION:

Deputy Clerk 2 - Appellate

DIVISION:

Third District Appellate Court

SALARY:

$35,949

BENEFITS:

An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, the Deputy Clerk 2 performs legal procedures relating to processing of cases on appeal. Duties rotate through a variety of assignments within the Clerk's office based upon operational needs.

FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

· File court documents, accurately store, safeguard, move, and retrieve court records on a regular recurring basis.

· Respond to inquiries from both internal and external sources and the general public.

· Enter case information into the appellate court automated case management system.

· Correspondence management.

· General duties as assigned including regular maintenance of courtroom and associated judicial work spaces in preparation for oral arguments.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Individual must have a minimum of two years of experience, education, or training in a clerical capacity within a legal or other professional environment. Candidates must have the ability to work independently using sound judgment and consistent application of procedural rules with specific attention to detail; proficiency in the use of a variety of software applications including Microsoft Office; general familiarity with electronic processes; strong organizational and time management skills; ability to communicate effectively and exercise independent discretion, diplomacy, and professionalism in working with external public, internal co-workers, and judicial staff; willingness to learn and assume responsibility for varied duties and tasks as assigned; flexibility and proven success working collaboratively as a team member.

This position requires the ability to sit for extended time periods. This is a professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and the ability to process written documents.

APPLICATION PROCESS:Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to:

klukkari@illinoiscourts.gov

Applications must be received by the application deadline.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,949.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person