Deputy Court Clerk I

State of South Dakota•Sioux Falls, SD

54d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and is worthy of the public's trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all. Our employees are our most valuable resource and crucial to accomplishing our mission. We seek talented and motivated individuals to be the face of the court system and help ensure that the Court and all the people that come before it receives the highest level of service. Our dedicated staff work to enhance community safety and ensure victims' rights while treating all individuals with dignity and respect. The UJS offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11-13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more. Position Purpose: 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:

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
Knowledge of legal terminology
Knowledge of general office and bookkeeping practices.
Skill in time management
Skill in organization
Skill in customer service.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand
Ability to work independently
Ability to recognize and defuses escalating situations with customers and staff
Ability to use computers and related software systems proficiently
Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change
Ability to prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are done first

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.