Chief Deputy Clerk — Court Operations Leader

San Juan County (WA); Friday Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan County is seeking a Chief Deputy Clerk to lead the Clerk’s Office in Friday Harbor. The role oversees Legal Specialists, ensures accurate court records management, and enforces statutory requirements while guiding staff through procedures and technology systems.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and seven years of progressively responsible office management experience in a legal environment, plus strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, or related field; seven years of progressively responsible office management experience in a legal environment, or any combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, guidance, and operational support to Legal Specialists; ensure accurate maintenance of Superior Court records.
• Oversee staff to ensure compliance with statutes, procedures, and retention schedules; review work and coach as needed.
• Participate in recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations; advise County Clerk on staff matters.
• Develop and implement long-range plans and office procedures; represent the Clerk’s Office in interdepartmental meetings.
• Coordinate specialized Clerk’s Office software and troubleshoot system issues.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Staff training

Procedural compliance

Records management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Court/County software

Job description

San Juan County is seeking a Chief Deputy Clerk to lead the Clerk’s Office in Friday Harbor. The role oversees Legal Specialists, ensures accurate court records management, and enforces statutory requirements while guiding staff through procedures and technology systems.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and seven years of progressively responsible office management experience in a legal environment, plus strong leadership and analytical skills.