Court Records & Operations Specialist

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

Job summary

Iowa Judicial Branch in Lyon County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and accurate records. The role handles case-related documents, payments, and inquiries from the public, attorneys, and agencies, with occasional courtroom support.

The successful candidate will learn court-record systems, communicate professionally with diverse users, and maintain confidentiality and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with court operation support, record keeping, and filing.
• Basic computer database, software, and math skills.
• Ability to secure confidential data and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from 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 in accordance with established procedures.
• Review, process, update, and publish information, documents, files, orders, warrants, judgment notifications, and other materials for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform basic bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including cashier duties and processing.
• Assist courtroom preparations for appropriate proceedings, including electronic device setup and digital recording management software use.
• Provide office support such as maintaining organization, equipment, and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Iowa Judicial Branch in Lyon County seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk to provide clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and accurate records. The role handles case-related documents, payments, and inquiries from the public, attorneys, and agencies, with occasional courtroom support.

The successful candidate will learn court-record systems, communicate professionally with diverse users, and maintain confidentiality and attention to detail.