District Court Clerk

About This Role

This role involves processing District Court cases, providing counter assistance, and responding to inquiries from attorneys and the public. Key responsibilities include opening cases, entering information into a case management system, and managing court records.

Responsibilities

• Process District Court cases by opening and maintaining records
• Provide assistance and respond to inquiries from attorneys, parties, and the public
• Enter case information into the case management system
• Receipt costs, fines, and fees for court cases
• Manage court record images and documents
• Issue subpoenas and writs as required
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and packages
• Enter warrants and bond conditions into the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN)
• Type and maintain a variety of court documents according to rules and statutes
• Conduct record searches and compile data from records

Requirements

• Two years of related coursework or advanced training
• Two years of experience in a court clerk, court, law firm, or related field

Qualifications

• Two years of coursework in paralegal studies, legal studies, criminal justice or a related field or advanced training such as that acquired in the first two or three years of college/university, technical school, or business school.
• Two years of progressively more responsible or expansive experience in a court clerk, court, law firm, or related field is required.

Nice to Have

• Ability to meet requirements for a Certified Electronic Operator within one year

Skills

* Required skills