Courtroom Clerk - Criminal

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

17h • $23 - $36

About The Position

Are you ambitious, enthusiastic, and passionate about actively participating in the justice system process? Perhaps you enjoy being in a fast-paced environment and can easily juggle multiple projects. If that's you, apply to be our Courtroom Clerk! As the Courtroom Clerk, you’ll be responsible for recording and memorializing court proceedings by attending court sessions, communicating oaths with witnesses and juries, and maintaining exhibits offered in a courtroom as evidence. You will be right in the center of the courtroom action, working very closely with the judge and courtroom assistant. The functions performed by this position ensure there is an objective record of events to facilitate the judicial process and expedite resolution pursuant to A.R.S. SS12-283. Be bold and dare to make a difference, not just today but every day as a Clerk of the Superior Court! Check out a day in the life: https://youtu.be/R_MDocGj3bE These opportunities are within our Adult Services Division, working on criminal case types in Downtown Phoenix. Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. The Clerk of the Superior Court (COSC) is seeking people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team environment, and serve the community. Every member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. COSC adopted Factors for Success to provide transparent guidance for sustainability, strategic initiative achievement, positive learning culture, and inclusivity by linking foundational skills and value-based behaviors. The four Factors for Success and related competencies are: Thought: Have and use the appropriate knowledge. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Strategic Mindset) Results: Take initiative and be accountable for results. (Takes Initiative, Ensures Accountability, Results Focused) People: Effectively communicate and interact with others. (Influential, Develops/Others Teamwork, Collaborative) Self: Recognize and reflect on oneself and one’s behavior. (Authentic, Aware, Flexible) Proud to Offer Perform work with a greater purpose: play a vital and intricate part in the administration of justice Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County and hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts and employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

Requirements

• Three years of clerical, legal office, or court-related experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

• Attend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and transcribe notes into standard minute entry format within established timeframes
• Determine the correct parties/agencies entitled to receive copies of minute entries
• Record and secure exhibits presented for court proceedings
• Communicate oaths, affirmations, and contents of court documents to court participants
• Receive, process, and/or issue court documents, including protective orders, jail releases, warrants, and confidential orders
• Proofreads and edits work with a high degree of accuracy and detail
• Maintain a list of cases under advisement for quarterly submission to the Supreme Court
• Participate in large group training or one-on-one mentoring

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County and hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts and employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

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