Courtroom Clerk: Trials & Docket Management Pro

United States Courts; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Middle District of Florida seeks a full-time Courtroom Clerk in the Orlando division to support the court's mission of fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, computer, analytical, organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills, along with a strong work ethic.

The Courtroom Clerk will schedule trials and hearings, monitor case filings, draft orders, docket judgments, and assist with courtroom proceedings, exhibits, and witnesses.

Qualifications

• Three years at a progressively responsible administrative level.
• Professional, cooperative demeanor and strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability.
• Solid computer skills, preferably with Word and Windows.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent customer service and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Schedule trials, hearings and other events; monitor case filings.
• Draft judgments and orders for judge's approval; docket judgments and notices.
• Prepare files for the judge's use in court and docket minute entries.
• Attend court sessions and assist with orderly proceedings; manage exhibits and witnesses.
• Liaise between the clerk's office, the bar, and the judge; maintain knowledge of courtroom equipment and schedules.
• Perform quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance of submitted documents.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills (Word/Windows)

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Windows

Job description

The Middle District of Florida seeks a full-time Courtroom Clerk in the Orlando division to support the court's mission of fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, computer, analytical, organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills, along with a strong work ethic.

The Courtroom Clerk will schedule trials and hearings, monitor case filings, draft orders, docket judgments, and assist with courtroom proceedings, exhibits, and witnesses.