Senior Court Clerk
About The Position
The Senior Court Clerk, under the supervision of the Court Administrator, performs advanced clerical duties related to processing, docketing and disposition in the municipal division within the Missouri State Court System using a court case management software. Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies and regulations, with minimal supervision. Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work may also involve financial record keeping within the case management software and provides support for Court Administration and Municipal Judges.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Three years’ experience in Municipal Court or related field required
- Must be bondable
- Avoid any outside employment or business activities that risk a conflict of interest with your official position, specifically including providing any kind of services to: Any member of the bar, Any law firm or Any entity that is a party to any action before the court or which regularly appears before the court.
- Advanced knowledge of municipal court systems, municipal court procedures, City ordinances, State statutes and Missouri Supreme Court rules
- Advanced knowledge of the principles of business correspondence, practices of filing and legal file systems and procedures of record keeping
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work within established routines and procedures and handle multiple priorities
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all matters handled in the course of work
- Efficient operation of standard office equipment
Nice To Haves
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Responsibilities
- Performs advanced clerical duties related to processing, docketing and disposition in the municipal division within the Missouri State Court System using a court case management software.
- Handles court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies and regulations, with minimal supervision.
- Interacts frequently with the public providing exceptional customer service.
- May involve financial record keeping within the case management software.
- Provides support for Court Administration and Municipal Judges.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
