Court Operations & Records Specialist

State of Iowa; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

IPERS retirement system

Paid holidays/vacation/sick leave

Employee discount program

Student loan repayment program

Job summary

The Iowa Judicial Branch in Linn County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for court operations and to maintain the integrity of court records. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to navigate court record systems.

Duties include processing petitions, orders, warrants, writs, applications, motions, complaints, bonds, exhibits, and other court documents; assisting attorneys and the public; and supporting records management.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with court operations, records, and filing.
• Basic computer/database and math skills.
• Ability to protect confidential data and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to the general public, attorneys, and court employees.
• Assist court users with resources, equipment, and services.
• Perform routine court operations, paper and electronic documentation tasks and filing.
• Review, process, update, and publish information, documents, files, orders, and notices.
• Perform basic bookkeeping and cashier duties.
• Assist courtroom preparations, including electronic devices and digital recording software.
• Provide office support such as organizing supplies and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical

Administrative tasks

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel

Team player

Court record software

Education

High school diploma

Professional office experience in business support

Tools

Court management software

Data entry software

Job description

The Iowa Judicial Branch in Linn County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for court operations and to maintain the integrity of court records. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to navigate court record systems.

Duties include processing petitions, orders, warrants, writs, applications, motions, complaints, bonds, exhibits, and other court documents; assisting attorneys and the public; and supporting records management.