Trial Court Clerk III - 1st Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch•Leavenworth, KS

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Trial Court Clerk III is a supervisory and clerical position in the office of the Clerk of the District Court. The role supervises and participates in a variety of technical operations requiring specialized clerical knowledge. The position is located in the 1st Judicial District in Leavenworth, Kansas. The position is Grade 21, with an hourly wage of $20.18, increasing to $20.70 after six months of successful performance and $22.25 after one year of successful performance. Performance is reviewed through evaluations, conferences, and results obtained.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of clerical experience, including at least one year of court clerical or other legal experience.
Skill in using personal computers.
Accuracy in data entry.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, and laws and legal factors pertaining to the court.
Ability to make work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate employees engaged in a variety of activities.
Ability to work well with the public and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Lead one or more major areas of court processes, including case filings, accounting of receipts and disbursements, statistical and financial reporting, and other office functions.
Supervise and train subordinate employees.
Review and issue documents pursuant to judicial orders with a high level of accuracy.
Work with the public in routine and difficult situations.
Perform other related work as required or assigned.