Court Operations & Records Clerk

State-of-Iow; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Judicial Branch in Linn County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and the integrity of court records.

Responsibilities include processing case documents, assisting court users in-person and by phone, and ensuring accurate records. Training on court record systems is provided; some travel within the district may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED) required.
• One year of full-time equivalent professional office experience in business support, court, or legal support.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to general public, attorneys, and court employees.
• Process and file petitions, orders, warrants, writs, applications, motions, complaints, bonds, exhibits, and other court documents.
• Review, process, update, and publish information and documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform basic bookkeeping and cash handling tasks.
• Assist courtroom preparations and manage electronic devices and recording software.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical tasks

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Court record software

Job description

The Iowa Judicial Branch in Linn County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and the integrity of court records.

Responsibilities include processing case documents, assisting court users in-person and by phone, and ensuring accurate records. Training on court record systems is provided; some travel within the district may be required.