DEPUTY CLERK II - DISTRICT COURT - 22008980

State of Florida • Saint Petersburg, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Clerk II supports the daily operations of the Clerk’s Office for the Second District Court of Appeal in St. Petersburg, Florida. The role performs detailed tasks related to processing appellate case files and provides hands-on support for essential office functions. The position is part of a small, collaborative team and is expected to serve as an on-site presence. Full-time, in-office work is required for the first year. After one year of successful performance, limited remote work may be considered based on operational needs.

Working at the direction of the Chief Deputy Clerk, the Deputy Clerk II processes appellate filings and case records, assists court personnel and the public, and supports mail and document handling. Employment offers are conditioned on a satisfactory criminal history check. Employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing under Florida’s Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Requirements

• Five years of relevant clerical, legal, or administrative experience, or an associate’s degree in a related field.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to learn and navigate a complex case management system.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures.
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 25 pounds overhead.

Responsibilities

• Manage designated appellate case processing tasks.
• Process and distribute incoming documents and pleadings.
• Review filings for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare and issue orders, opinions, and mandates.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical records, including database management.
• Draft routine correspondence and proofread documents for accuracy.
• Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
• Serve as a liaison to court personnel and other court clerks.
• Assist with mail scanning and outgoing mail preparation.

Benefits

• Health care (PPO or HMO), starting at $50 per month for individuals and $180 per month for family coverage.
• Florida Retirement System options.
• Life insurance, with a prorated share of the monthly premium.
• Optional vision, dental, and other insurance plans.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree