Courtroom Clerk: Fast-Paced, Impactful Justice Role

Maricopa County, AZ; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth

Healthcare for you and dependents

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Courtroom Clerk to record and memorialize court proceedings, attend sessions, and manage exhibits as evidence. You will work closely with the judge and courtroom staff to ensure an accurate, timely minute entry record in accordance with court procedures.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least three years of clerical/office experience (preferably in a court or legal setting).

Qualifications

• Attend all court sessions and record proceedings in notes, then transcribe minutes within established timeframes.
• Record and secure exhibits presented for court proceedings.
• Proofread and edit work with a high degree of accuracy and detail.
• Must pass pre-employment background and fingerprint checks as required by statute or policy.

Responsibilities

• Attend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and transcribe notes into standard minute entry format within established timeframes.
• Determine the correct parties/agencies entitled to receive copies of minute entries.
• Record and secure exhibits presented for court proceedings.
• Communicate oaths, affirmations, and contents of court documents to court participants.
• Receive, process, and/or issue court documents, including protective orders, jail releases, warrants & or confidential orders.
• Proofread and edit work with a high degree of accuracy and detail.
• Maintain a list of cases under advisement for quarterly submission to the Supreme Court.
• Participate in large group training or one-on-one mentoring.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Maricopa County is seeking a Courtroom Clerk to record and memorialize court proceedings, attend sessions, and manage exhibits as evidence. You will work closely with the judge and courtroom staff to ensure an accurate, timely minute entry record in accordance with court procedures.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least three years of clerical/office experience (preferably in a court or legal setting).