Court Clerk: Case Processing & Public Service

16th Circuit; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

16th Circuit Court in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Court Clerk to support the filing and processing of court cases using an electronic filing system. The role involves reviewing documents, preparing warrants and notices, handling financial records, and providing high-quality customer service to the public in person, by phone, or email.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED along with one year of administrative experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and one year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform case processing in receiving and initiating case files; review judgments, prepare warrants, summonses, garnishments and executions; docket control.
• Review legal documents for necessary information and determine processing required under court rules.
• Perform accounting duties including receiving and disbursing monies, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports.
• Provide information and customer assistance in person, via telephone, or email to the public.
• Prepare court documents, calendars, notices, and reports; coordinate document flow for court assignments.
• Assist in the courtroom, swear in litigants, operate recording equipment, and make docket entries.
• Prepare juror lists and manage juror summonses using automated jury system.
• Communicate with attorneys and court staff to resolve filing discrepancies.
• Assist with on-the-job training for new staff.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Clear communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Automated case management system

Electronic filing system

Job description

16th Circuit Court in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Court Clerk to support the filing and processing of court cases using an electronic filing system. The role involves reviewing documents, preparing warrants and notices, handling financial records, and providing high-quality customer service to the public in person, by phone, or email.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED along with one year of administrative experience.