Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I

the South Dakota State Government•Pierre, SD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Court Clerk assists with cases filed with the court clerk’s office, including criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases, from initial filing through final disposition. The position develops and maintains case files, assists with scheduling and assigning hearings, supports courtroom proceedings, and implements procedures for monetary dispositions. It provides daily customer service to a wide variety of individuals and agencies, performs magistrate duties as assigned, and acts on behalf of the court clerk in the clerk’s absence. The position is with the Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit, in Pierre, South Dakota. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, South Dakota residents, and voting residents within the circuit before beginning employment. A criminal background investigation is required. The employer does not sponsor work visas; hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete Form I-9. The employer uses E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of South Dakota, and a voting resident within the circuit before beginning employment.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation.
Knowledge of court processes and procedures, legal terminology, and general office and bookkeeping practices.
Skill in time management, organization, and customer service.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; learn from written manuals and context; listen and understand; work independently; recognize and defuse escalating situations; use computers and related software proficiently; multitask and adapt to change; and prioritize work.

Responsibilities

Maintain case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition, following established procedures and timelines.
Assist in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
Provide customer service and explain court protocols and procedures so individuals receive accurate information.
Assist in courtrooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings, handling exhibits, empaneling juries, recording proceedings, operating sound and video equipment, and providing court interpretive services when needed.
Perform clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist the circuit court in disposing of civil actions and provide direct court contact for citizens.
Act on behalf of the court clerk in the clerk’s absence.
Perform other work as assigned.