Circuit Clerk

St. Louis County, Missouri; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid medical insurance

20 days PTO

11-12 paid holidays

480 hours of paid parental leave

Wellness Plan

paid life insurance

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

pre-tax premium pay plan

dependent care and medical expense Re

short and long term disability

Job summary

The 21st Judicial Circuit Court seeks a Circuit Clerk to guide administrative, operational, and clerical functions across civil, criminal, and family divisions, ensuring accurate records and compliant processing. You will oversee a large team of state and county employees and shape procedures for efficient court operations.

You will develop personnel policies, manage the operational budget, and supervise the assessment and collection of court fees, serving as a liaison to county and state

Qualifications

• Experience in court administration and records management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and manage professional, administrative, operational and clerical support and services for all County Court Divisions and Departments, including civil and criminal jury trials, equity actions, traffic, municipal, and probate matters, family court matters, associate civil, small claims matters, and receptionist services.
• Oversee safeguarding of court records and ensure compliance with statutory and court requirements.
• Direct budget preparation and financial stewardship for court operations; assess and collect court fees and costs.

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Grow with Us - Explore New Career Paths Through Opportunity Central! As Circuit Clerk, you will guide the administrative, operational, and clerical functions that support all divisions of the Court, from civil and criminal jury trials to family, probate, traffic, and small claims matters. This role offers the chance to expand your leadership experience by overseeing diverse departments, directing case processing procedures, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of court records in alignment with statutory, local, and Supreme Court requirements. You will have the opportunity to develop and manage a large team of state and county employees, shape personnel policies and performance standards, and support equitable and lawful employment practices across the organization. In this position, you will utilize your expertise in financial stewardship through the assessment, collection, and accounting of court fees and costs, as well as the preparation and oversight of the operational budget. Additionally, you will serve as a key liaison to county and state agencies, external partners, and multiple judicial committees, representing the Clerk's Office and contributing to the continuous improvement of court operations.

Starting Salary: $92,268.80 - $110,718.40 annually based on experience and budget considerations.

Why You Should Consider a Career as a Circuit Clerk:

Impactful Leadership: Play a vital role in ensuring transparency, accuracy, and integrity in the judicial process-work that directly impacts your community.

Skill Development: Build deep expertise in court operations, case management, and legal administration, developing a skill set that is both highly specialized and widely transferable.

Varied Experience: Each day presents new challenges and situations, ensuring a dynamic and engaging work environment.

Professional Team Environment: Lead and collaborate with a large, diverse team of professionals, from legal staff to administrative support, working together to support the mission of the court.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• paid medical insurance
• 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority
• 11-12 paid holidays
• 480 hours of paid parental leave
• a robust Wellness Plan
• paid life insurance
• credit union
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• pre-tax premium pay plan
• dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans
• short and long term disability insurance

Job Description:

The Circuit Clerk has responsibility for directing and managing all details of administration and operation of his or her Office, as more particularly set forth below, as well as administrative control over, and responsibility for, the safekeeping of the records of the 21st Judicial Circuit Court.

Starting Salary: $92,268.80 - $110,718.40 annually based on experience and budget considerations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, direct, and manage professional, administrative, operational and clerical support and services for all County Court Divisions and Departments, including civil and criminal jury trials, equity actions, traffic, municipal, and probate matters, family court matters, associate civil, small claims matters, and receptionist services;
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