Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Henderson, KY

2d • $32,627 - $43,427 • Onsite

About The Position

The Henderson Circuit Court Clerk's Office has an immediate opening for two Deputy Clerks. The Deputy Clerk assists the Circuit Court Clerk in performing constitutional duties. This position is based at the Henderson County Judicial Center in Henderson, Kentucky, and is not authorized for virtual work.

The Kentucky Judicial Branch offers state government benefits, including vacation and sick time, health insurance, and a retirement plan. The work environment values diversity and inclusion and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Associate degree; alternatively, a high school degree with two years of job-related experience.
• High school graduate or GED; proof of education is required.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion, understand and follow instructions, concentrate, multitask, and work with others.
• Basic computer, software, and office equipment skills.
• Tact and diplomacy, and oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter accurate data into the Court of Justice case management system.
• File and retrieve legal documents and court records.
• Notify counsel of record and parties as necessary.
• Assist the public with inquiries about the status of court cases.
• Attend court and serve as a bench clerk.
• Exercise judgment and discretion.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• Concentrate and multitask, and work with others on common tasks.
• Use basic computers, software, and other office equipment.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy and communicate orally and in writing.
• Collect fines and fees as necessary.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous vacation and sick time
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Healthy work-life balance

What This Job Offers

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