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ABOUT THE POSITION

As the Court Clerk II, you will:

• Manages the courtroom in an efficient manner; supports judicial officers in the courtroom during court proceedings; operates the Jefferson Audio Video System (JAVS) to record hearings; pulls court files and reviews for completeness; keeps a daily log of court proceedings; assists in preparing legal orders, sentencing documents, judges notes and paperwork.
• Reviews and maintains the accuracy of the court calendar, sets court dates and sends notices to the appropriate parties.
• Enters accurate data into an automated information system, creates and updates cases, processes records, locates and retrieves files or documents, and performs routine file maintenance.
• Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of files, paperwork, documents, and records necessary for arraignments, jail releases, bonds, warrants, orders of protection and injunctions against harassment.
• Receipts, reconciles, and verifies payments and bond monies; prepares financial reports; processes payments of various tender types and from multiple sources; establishes payment plans; monitors payment records; and performs mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Prepares, proofreads, and submits routine court correspondence, reports, records, documents and files.
• Tracks and monitors compliance with court orders and performs the appropriate follow up procedures.
• Provides customer service; responds to inquiries made in person and by phone; researches information and clarifies questions.
• May prepare and process marriage license applications, if deputized by the Clerk of the Superior Court.
• Maintains confidentiality of court proceedings, files, and documents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Possess knowledge of:

• Applicable laws, regulations, statutes, ordinances, policies, and procedures (Federal/State/City).
• Principles and procedures of legal record keeping and reporting.
• Applications of automated information systems.
• Standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Basic math and arithmetic functions.
• Cash handling and processing.
• Court policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of communication.

Have the ability to:

• Review and interpret documents regulations, legal documents, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.
• Interpret and apply legal terminology and court policies, processes and procedures.
• Coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks and activities.
• Provide access to the court and customer service in a professional manner.
• Use automated information systems to produce documents and maintain databases.
• Maintain records and filing systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED:

• Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis, Arizona

Education, Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• Three (3) years’ experience in a Court or similar environment including one (1) year as Clerk I, preferred, OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform this work.

Licenses And Certificates: must be maintained throughout employment.

• A valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment
• Be deputized by the Clerk of the Superior Court to issue marriage licenses.
• Arizona Committee of Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation

DESIRED/PREFERRED:

• Bilingual in Spanish
• San Luis residency

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applications received will be reviewed every Friday until filled.

Candidates deemed to have the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.