Deputy Court Clerk I

the South Dakota State Government•Sioux Falls, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with cases filed with the court clerk's office including criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition by developing and maintaining case files, assisting with scheduling and assigning hearings, assisting in courtroom proceedings, and implementing procedures for monetary dispositions; provides customer services daily to a wide variety of individuals and agencies; and acts on behalf of the court clerk in his or her absence. Duties may include work in the following areas: case processing, scheduling, records maintenance, finance, jury, courtroom support, social/customer service, technical assistance and computer support, and other administrative matters. Examples include but are not limited to: Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines. Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures. Providing customer service in many ways to many different people by providing information about the court's protocols and procedures to make sure they receive correct information. Assisting victims of domestic violence with court processes to ensure they receive timely attention to requests for protection orders and information on services available in their areas. Providing assistance in courtrooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in-court exhibits; empaneling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate processes of the court. Performing other work as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment.
Knowledge of court processes and procedures; legal terminology; general office and bookkeeping practices.
Skill in time management; organization; customer service.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; listen and understand; work independently; recognize and defuse escalating situations with customers and staff; use computers and related software systems proficiently; multi-task and adapt quickly to change; prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are done first.
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.

Responsibilities

Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines.
Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
Providing customer service in many ways to many different people by providing information about the court's protocols and procedures to make sure they receive correct information.
Assisting victims of domestic violence with court processes to ensure they receive timely attention to requests for protection orders and information on services available in their areas.
Providing assistance in courtrooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in-court exhibits; empaneling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate processes of the court.
Performing other work as assigned.