Court Clerk – Magistrate I: Case Files & Hearings

Sdsoybean; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Unified Judicial System in Pierre, SD is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I to support case filing, scheduling hearings, and courtroom procedures from initial filing to final disposition.

This hourly position offers stable hours, a generous benefits package, and opportunities to learn court processes while serving the public with accuracy and professionalism. The role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1 year of clerical experience.
• Citizen of the United States, resident of SD, and a voting resident within the circuit.
• Criminal background check required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from filing to final disposition.
• Assist in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings.
• Provide customer service and information about court protocols to the public.
• Assist in courtrooms with case files, minutes, exhibits, juries, and recording proceedings.

Skills

Court procedures

Legal terminology

Office bookkeeping

Time management

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Unified Judicial System in Pierre, SD is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I to support case filing, scheduling hearings, and courtroom procedures from initial filing to final disposition.

This hourly position offers stable hours, a generous benefits package, and opportunities to learn court processes while serving the public with accuracy and professionalism. The role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.