Part-Time Court Clerk

Court Clerk

Basic Job Function: This is a 20 hour per week Court Clerk position which requires advanced work using an electronic filing system in a court environment within the Missouri State Court System.

Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies and regulations, with minimal supervision. Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work also involves financial record keeping within an automated case management system.

Duties and Responsibilities: (The following duties are representative of this position, not comprehensive.)

Performs case processing in receiving and initiating case files; performs technical duties such as reviewing legal documents for necessary information required for filing; determines the processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules utilizing a detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules and procedures.

Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, and prepares daily financial reports.

Provides information and customer assistance in person, via telephone, or email (without giving legal advice) in a timely and courteous manner.

Prepares a variety of documents related to court operations including court orders, court calendars, notices of hearings, court appearances or reports; coordinates the flow of documents necessary for court assignments; and properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing

Contacts attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings.

Key Skills:

Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Adept ability to multi-task and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload within a fast-paced environment subject to frequently changing priorities and time sensitivity

Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

Must have exceptional computer and typing skills

Must have superb customer service skills to include the ability to tactfully work with difficult situations and individuals while maintaining a professional demeanor

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow oral and written instructions

Advanced ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail while working with a variety of complex records and preparing reports from an automated system

Basic knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors pertaining to the court is helpful but not required

Minimum Qualifications: (Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis provided a high school diploma or GED has been obtained):

 Associate’s Degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning AND a minimum of one year of administrative/office/customer service experience performing a wide range of technical office duties.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.56 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Administration/Office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person