Court Clerk

Lake Havasu City•Lake Havasu City, AZ

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Lake Havasu City is hiring a Court Clerk to support the Municipal Court and its fair and efficient operation. The role provides customer service to defendants, attorneys, victims, jurors, and the public; prepares and processes court files and legal documents; handles payments and accounting tasks; processes civil traffic citations; and maintains court case information and electronic records. The clerk also researches collections, warrants, and compliance cases and works with courtroom clerks, supervisors, and other city departments. The position is based in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The salary range is $20.67–$29.98 per hour, depending on qualifications. The role is non-exempt. Applicants must complete an online application and attach certifications; resumes alone will not be considered. Qualified candidates will be required to complete online data-entry testing. Judicial staff must complete 16 hours of continuing education annually through the Arizona Judicial Branch Education Services Division. Non-standard hours, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and callbacks, may be required. Appointment is subject to a successful background investigation and a City-paid post-employment medical examination after an offer is made.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in customer service, data entry, or basic accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Arizona driver’s license.
Complete 16 hours of continuing education annually through the Arizona Judicial Branch Education Services Division.
Complete required online data-entry testing if selected as a qualified candidate.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a court or legal setting.
Knowledge of Arizona statutes, rules, and judicial procedures.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to defendants, attorneys, victims, jurors, and the public.
Prepare and process court hearing files, protective orders, and legal documents accurately.
Handle payments and payment agreements, reconcile deposits, and ensure compliance with Arizona Office of the Courts Minimum Accounting Standards.
Process civil traffic citations, suspensions, and releases in coordination with the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division.
Enter and maintain court case data and electronic records in the case management system.
Research and monitor collections, warrants, and compliance cases through the Arizona Court collections system (FARE), NCIC, and ACIC.
Collaborate with courtroom clerks, supervisors, and other city departments to provide efficient, fair, and professional service.