Court Clerk

City of Tacoma; Tacoma (WA); Presencial; USD 39 000 - 50 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The City of Tacoma is hiring a full-time Court Clerk for the Municipal Court. The role requires sharp oral and writing skills, the ability to multitask, and a focus on accuracy in case processing and documentation.

Typical hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with tasks including assisting the public, processing cases, and maintaining records. Background check and fingerprinting are required, with inclusion in the Local 483 IBEW labor agreement.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two years of court clerical experience.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and assist the public.
• Proficient in court-related record-keeping and MS Office applications.

Responsabilidades

• Process cases and manage documentation for the Municipal Court.
• Assist the public with court-related inquiries and provide accurate information.
• Operate recording equipment and maintain court records.
• Maintain and update case files with attention to detail.

Conhecimentos

Court duties

Public interaction

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Record-keeping

Use of office equipment

Formação académica

High school diploma with business/criminal justice courses

Ferramentas

Enterprise Justice System

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Ready for an exciting opportunity at the City of Tacoma? Join our dynamic team as a full-time Court Clerk at the Municipal Court. Your exceptional oral and writing skills, along with adept multitasking abilities, will ensure smooth court operations. As an organized and innovative individual, you'll handle multiple priorities, assist the public with court-related inquiries, process cases, and manage documentation.

This highly challenging role requires astuteness, sensitivity to diverse issues, and inclusive communication. Expertly utilizing the Enterprise Justice System and Microsoft Office Suite, you'll maintain efficient court processes. Typical hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm but may vary.

An equivalent combination of graduation from high school including or supplemented by courses in business or criminal justice AND two years of increasingly responsible court-related clerical experience.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check and fingerprinting.

This classification is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and the Local 483 IBEW Union.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Policies, procedures and practices of the Municipal Court
• Community resource and referral programs and their application to the Court
• City, County and State agencies and offices involved in court-related activities
• City ordinances and State laws and regulations
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Record-keeping techniques
• Operation of a computer terminal
• Telephone techniques and etiquette
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

SKILLS:

• Perform a wide variety of complex court-related clerical duties accurately
• Deal effectively with defendants and the public in high-stress situations
• Process arrest warrants accurately and in accordance with the law
• Operate courtroom electronic recording equipment
• Operate a variety of standard office machines and equipment
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Maintain accurate records
• Type 45WPM (a test may be given)
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

City of Tacoma's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

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Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $28.18 - $35.96

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