Courtroom Clerk - Public Service & Records

City-of-Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 108,111,000 - 125,877,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Holiday leave

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

The City of Seattle is hiring a Short-Term Temporary Court Clerk to support criminal and formal courtrooms, record proceedings, and manage case documents using the court's system. The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion, and interaction with judges, attorneys, interpreters, and staff.

Assigned to the Clerk's Office, the position lasts at least 6 months and up to August 2027, with a 40-hour work week onsite downtown Seattle. A background check is required and telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Equivalent of one year of experience in a court clerk or similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars and courtdocuments.
• Ability to adapt to changes in law, policy, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Listen to and summarize judicial actions or directives.
• Prepare, file and organize forms, motions, and briefs.
• Assist with jail commitments and releases; coordinate transportation.

Skills

Court clerk experience

Active listening

Communication skills

Outlook

Word

Excel

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

The City of Seattle is hiring a Short-Term Temporary Court Clerk to support criminal and formal courtrooms, record proceedings, and manage case documents using the court's system. The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion, and interaction with judges, attorneys, interpreters, and staff.

Assigned to the Clerk's Office, the position lasts at least 6 months and up to August 2027, with a 40-hour work week onsite downtown Seattle. A background check is required and telework is not available.