Temporary Judicial Clerk

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Temporary Judicial Clerk at the Video Appearance Center assigned to the Intake, Transfer & Release Facility, you will work directly with in-custody inmates and primarily serve as a bailiff. This position requires a strong commitment to professionalism, accuracy, and safety within a secure environment. The role performs a wide variety of judicial, clerical, and administrative duties related to misdemeanor criminal cases, including case processing and customer service functions. You will play a key part in ensuring the efficient operation of courtroom and facility procedures while maintaining effective communication with judges, law enforcement, and other court personnel. If you thrive in a structured environment, take pride in public service, and are ready to make a meaningful impact within the justice system, apply today. This is a part-time position scheduled for 19.5 hours per week. The work schedule is Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a start time between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and an end time of approximately 1:00 p.m., depending on the day’s caseload. Availability during these hours is required. This position is temporary, with an anticipated end date of June 19, 2026.

Requirements

Two years of clerical or administrative experience, including customer service, cash handling, and/or data entry
High school diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working as a Judicial Clerk in a court environment

Responsibilities

Acts as a bailiff in court proceedings
Performs complex file management functions, including creating, tracking, and maintaining case files, matching documents, and researching record requests.
Coordinates and directs courtroom preparation with prosecutors, defense counsel, Sheriff’s Department Officers, interpreters, and others as appropriate.
Engages in significant telephonic and direct public contact, responding to and answering complex inquiries from the public and other agencies regarding court cases.
Summarizes and prepares court proceedings in minute entry form; reads and interprets complex minute entries; and prepares and processes formal orders, documents, subpoenas, and summons at the direction of the Judge.
Issues court-related documents, marks, and maintains exhibits, administers oaths, and certifies documents.
Coordinates the court calendar, schedules hearings and conferences, and ensures cases are processed according to all relevant time and processing standards.
Opens and distributes mail, performs data entry into iCIS, and prepares and designs management information reports.