Courtroom Clerk-Non-Criminal

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Hybrid

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! These opportunities are within our Adult Services Division, working in non-criminal case types in Downtown Phoenix and the Southeast Adult locations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three years of clerical, legal office, or court-related experience OR Two years at the Clerk of the Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk or higher
• Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis
• Successfully complete and pass a criminal background check

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

• Hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• 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 discounts for goods and services
• Arizona State Retirement System (defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate with 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