Courtroom Operations Clerk — Part-Time Impact

Oakland County, MI; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland County seeks a Court Clerk to support Circuit Court operations, maintain official records and assist judges, attorneys, and the public. The role involves handling court proceedings, reviewing documents, and managing daily court activities with professionalism and discretion.

The ideal candidate will have a law-related degree or active JD path, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and court or legal setting experience. On-site work environment with a focus on accuracy and service.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree from or currently attending an accredited college of law in a curriculum leading toward a Juris Doctor degree
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Have experience working in a court or other legal setting
• Reasonable knowledge of the practices and procedures of the Circuit Court
• Reasonable ability to interpret court rules and procedures to attorneys, litigants, and the public
• Reasonable ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Reasonable ability to utilize current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software

Responsibilities

• Ensures the courtroom operates efficiently by checking in parties and prioritizing caseflow.
• Declares the official opening and closing of court sessions and calls cases in court, including via video conferencing or hybrid formats.
• Assists the judge by administering oaths to jurors and witnesses, schedules hearings, and processes adjournment requests.
• Maintains order and decorum in the courtroom and assists in removal of disruptive persons.
• Assists with impaneling juries and records verdicts following proper procedure.
• Operates court recording systems and maintains log files of events.
• Obtains legal documents, books, and statutes as requested by the judge and retrieves files as needed.
• Reviews records for accuracy and ensures timely progression of cases.

Job description

Oakland County seeks a Court Clerk to support Circuit Court operations, maintain official records and assist judges, attorneys, and the public. The role involves handling court proceedings, reviewing documents, and managing daily court activities with professionalism and discretion.

The ideal candidate will have a law-related degree or active JD path, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and court or legal setting experience. On-site work environment with a focus on accuracy and service.