Court Clerk

Pulaski County; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulaski County District Court seeks a results-driven supervisor to manage internal operations and personnel. Responsibilities include overseeing court dockets, supervising staff, handling fines and payroll, and liaising with county offices and the public.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and substantial supervisory experience within court/public administration, with strong writing and analytical skills. Regular attendance is essential; apply before the stated deadline.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of procedures and processes of District Court.
• Considerable knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of laws and ordinances governing disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within the District Court.
• Considerable knowledge of budgetary procedures and practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public, attorneys, County employees, and law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to read and interpret court orders and other legal documents.
• Ability to prepare detailed numerical reports.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a reliable manner.
• Ability to supervise a staff involved with case processing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
• Skill in the operation of a calculator.
• Skill in the operation and data entry into a computer.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages the internal operations of the Judge's Office and District Court.
• Oversees preparations of all court dockets (jail, plea, arraignment, and civil & small claims) and implementation of these documents in the courtroom.
• Oversees the Youth Accident Prevention Program and its implementation.
• Supervises courtroom procedures and assigns courtroom responsibilities.
• Oversees disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within District Court.
• Prepares and maintains departmental payroll and leave time records in compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Completes required paperwork for departmental staff including status changes, FMLA requests, Workers' Compensation forms, etc.
• Interviews applicants for departmental positions; makes hiring decisions and disciplinary decisions.
• Serves as liaison between the Judge’s Office and other county offices, as well as the general public.
• Supervises the distribution of the interoffice and incoming mail.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Supervisory methods

Budget procedures

Court procedures

Communication (written)

Interpersonal relations

Public administration

Data entry

Payroll records

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Records management

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / public administration / related field

Tools

Calculator

Computer data entry

Job description

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Department: District Court

Position Control Number: 0409-002

FLSA Status: Personal Staff not subject to FLSA

Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is not designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test: No

Opening Date: October 21, 2026

Closing Date: November 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for supervising and managing the internal operations and personnel of the District Court.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises and manages the internal operations of the Judge's Office and District Court.
• Oversees preparations of all court dockets (jail, plea, arraignment, and civil & small claims) and implementation of these documents in the courtroom.
• Oversees the Youth Accident Prevention Program and its implementation.
• Supervises courtroom procedures and assigns courtroom responsibilities.
• Oversees disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within District Court.
• Prepares and maintains departmental payroll and leave time records in compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Completes required paperwork for departmental staff including status changes, FMLA requests, Workers' Compensation forms, etc.
• Interviews applicants for departmental positions; makes hiring decisions and disciplinary decisions.
• Serves as liaison between the Judge’s Office and other county offices, as well as the general public.
• Supervises the distribution of the interoffice and incoming mail.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: Directly supervises Traffic Supervisor, Small Claims/Civil Supervisor, Special Services Supervisor, Accounting Supervisor, Bailiff, and Computer Coordinator/Applications Analyst. Indirectly supervises 15 Deputy Court Clerks.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a smoking-restricted office environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Comprehensive knowledge of procedures and processes of District Court.
  • Considerable knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
  • Considerable knowledge of laws and ordinances governing disbursement and handling of fines, fees, and funds within the District Court.
  • Considerable knowledge of budgetary procedures and practices.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public, attorneys, County employees, and law enforcement agencies.
  • Ability to read and interpret court orders and other legal documents.
  • Ability to prepare detailed numerical reports.
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a reliable manner.
  • Ability to supervise a staff involved with case processing.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
  • Skill in the operation of a calculator.
  • Skill in the operation and data entry into a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Ability to communicate effectively orally.
  • Visual acuity is needed for use of the computer screen and review of written documents.
  • Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard and calculator operation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of bachelor's degree in business administration, Organizational Management, Public Administration, or a related field; considerable experience in the court system, public administration, organizational management, law office management, or related field; some supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

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