Deputy Clerk - Court of Appeals

Idaho State Supreme Court•Boise, ID

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Clerk is responsible for performing detailed clerical duties for the Clerk of the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals Office. Incumbents assist attorneys, the general public, and other governmental agencies by providing information regarding appellate procedures and processing appellate filings. The Deputy Clerk works under the supervision of the Clerk of the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals with day-to-day guidance provided by the Chief Deputy Clerk.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
A minimum of three years of experience working in a legal environment
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to public service
Skill in organizing work and paying attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with co-workers and members of the public in a professional, collegial demeanor
Ability to assist all citizens who come to the Supreme Court for assistance
Ability to maintain consistent, regular attendance
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Knowledge of the legal process and terminology
Knowledge of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
Ability to work with disturbing photographs, evidence items, and documents
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely verbally and in writing
Ability to provide exceptional customer service
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 30 lbs

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in a related field or paralegal certification preferred
five or more years of experience preferred
Knowledge of district court/appellate case processing preferred

Responsibilities

Drafts court orders (sometimes highly complex) for the Idaho Supreme Court and Court of Appeals
Greets customers, provides requested information or refers to the appropriate party
Provides information regarding appellate filings and procedures to attorneys and the general public
Responds to phone inquiries from the public and provides answers to non-legal questions about cases or directs calls to others for detailed explanation
May maintain the Clerk’s Office vault including the organization and retrieval of files, records, and exhibits
Accepts and processes filings
Tracks motions and pleadings
Transmits briefs and certain filings electronically to specific recipients
Prepares correspondence and notices to attorneys, the general public, and other government agencies
Coordinates court ceremonies for the Supreme Court such as new attorney admission ceremony, memorial ceremonies, as well as investitures
Reviews filings for compliance with court rules
Assists with calendaring
May assist in coordinating travel schedules for the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals
Inputs case information in case tracking software
Sorts and distributes mail
Assists or acts as backup for other Clerk’s Office staff
Updates case citations with the Idaho Reports
Performs other duties as assigned