Deputy Court Clerk

Tulsa County•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, a Deputy Court Clerk provides administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the court. This role involves a wide range of daily tasks that require strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of court procedures. Deputy Court Clerks work closely with judges, attorneys, law enforcement, and other court personnel to support the accurate and timely execution of judicial processes. A deputy court clerk provides administrative and clerical support to a local, state, or federal court system, and is responsible for ensuring all logistical details of court proceedings run smoothly as they are a fundamental part of the judicial system.

Requirements

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Proficiency in standard office practices and clerical tasks.
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Basic Clerical Skills
Typing (35 WPM minimum required)
Data entry
Customer service
Legal documentation
Attention to detail
Communication
Time-management
Organization
Computer literacy
Multi-tasking

Responsibilities

Examine the authenticity of legal documents submitted to the court and obtaining information from litigants, witnesses, and attorneys.
Uphold all court files and records to ensure they stay up-to-date and accessible.
Ensure that all legal documents submitted adhere to the law and court procedures.
Handle all court’s receipts: receipts for court fees, fines, and licenses while maintaining accurate record keeping.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to reply to inquiries from the general public, judges, court officials, lawyers, and other law enforcement agents.
Maintain a good relationship with judges, court officials, and other law enforcement agents by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
Handle sensitive documents and confidential information both responsibly and discretely.
Perform other duties such as, answering phones, send faxes, responding to emails, data entry and other clerical duties as needed.
Review and verify the authenticity of legal documents submitted to the court.
Gather and provide information to litigants, attorneys, witnesses, judges, and court officials.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date court records, files, and documentation.
Ensure all legal documents comply with court procedures and applicable laws.
Process court receipts, including fees, fines, and licenses, while ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
Handle sensitive documents and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Provide excellent communication, both written and verbal, when interacting with the public, court personnel, and law enforcement officials.
Foster positive working relationships with judges, attorneys, and court staff through strong interpersonal skills.
Perform additional clerical tasks as needed, including answering phones, sending faxes, responding to emails, and data entry.