Court Clerk & Records Coordinator

WCA: Wisconsin Counties Association; Kentucky; On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

457 deferred compensation plan

Vacation and Sick Time

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Wellness Incentive Plan

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Wood County seeks a Court Clerk to maintain accurate records of court events and filings, take minutes, administer oaths, prepare orders, and support the judge and public.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with one year of legal experience (or three years) and typing skills at 50 wpm; strong computer skills and top-notch accuracy are essential; position comes with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties related to case management from case initiation through disposition. Ensure all documents and hearings are accurately entered in cases.
• Prepare and organize electronic files for court activity and assist judge in ensuring all critical issues are addressed.
• Take complete and accurate minutes of court proceedings, ensuring all appearances, advisement of rights, waivers, motions, stipulation, witnesses, exhibits, and orders are entered in the record while being mindful that the information recorded in the minutes will be available online via the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) website.
• Administer oaths to witnesses, interpreters, jurors, and bailiffs.
• Prepare court orders, judgments, warrants and other documents for judicial review and signature. Process and disseminate to all necessary parties and/or agencies.
• Assist general public in a pleasant and professional manner with information, records, and directions. Assist co-workers as necessary.

Job description

Wood County seeks a Court Clerk to maintain accurate records of court events and filings, take minutes, administer oaths, prepare orders, and support the judge and public.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with one year of legal experience (or three years) and typing skills at 50 wpm; strong computer skills and top-notch accuracy are essential; position comes with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay.