Court Clerk I

Canyon County • Caldwell, ID

4d

About The Position

This is a training and entry-level position performing complex clerical, secretarial, administrative, and office support duties under established guidelines and procedures. The role helps expedite and maintain court caseloads and assigned special processes. Work is performed in a general office and courtroom environment under the general supervision of the Director of Court Operations and the direct supervision of the Court Operations Manager and Area Supervisor.

The Court Clerk I receives and examines legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformity to requirements; processes and maintains court documents, exhibits, files, and records; prepares documents in accordance with court orders; and issues official court documents under established policies and procedures. The position also provides procedural information and case-status assistance to attorneys, agencies, and members of the public, and handles fees, fines, and related financial records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least one year of customer service experience for Clerk I.
• Must be bondable.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.
• Ability to perform basic cash handling, bookkeeping, and accounting functions.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks, handle interruptions, and return to and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a calm, professional demeanor in stressful or adversarial conditions.
• Knowledge of court and judicial system operations, processes, procedures, protocols, terminology, and policies.
• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with coworkers and members of the public to provide high-quality public service.
• Ability to prepare court and legal documents in prescribed formats while ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements and standards.
• Clear speech, with or without accommodation, to convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, and/or quickly.
• Sufficient hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
• Visual acuity, with or without accommodation, to read instructions and review and organize documents.
• Sufficient mobility and physical reflexes to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience as a Court Clerk for Clerk II.
• Three years of experience as a Court Clerk II for Clerk III.
• Five years of experience as a Court Clerk for Clerk IV.

Responsibilities

• Receive and examine legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformity to requirements; return unacceptable documents and affix seals and stamps to endorse, certify, and file documents.
• Prepare and maintain documents and exhibits, file legal documents and related case materials, retrieve and deliver files and documents to the court or appropriate parties, and maintain court records and files.
• Prepare documents in conformance with court orders and issue warrants, writs, subpoenas, abstracts, and other official court documents according to policies and procedures.
• Recall warrants, exonerate bail, prepare judgments, and dismiss or seal cases in accordance with established code and court procedures.
• Advise attorneys, agencies, and the public about case status; provide procedural information, answer inquiries, and explain filing processes in a professional and courteous manner.
• Explain and accept fees and fines, and maintain and update financial records.
• Perform work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED