In-Court Court Clerk Floater: Judge Support & Admin

Ada County; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ada County Clerk’s Office in Boise, Idaho seeks an In-Court Clerk Floater to perform clerical and support functions for the court system. This role involves maintaining calendars, preparing case files, and assisting judges in courtroom proceedings to keep paperwork and processes moving efficiently.

The position requires a high school diploma, 1 year of related experience, and strong knowledge of court procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year related experience.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures of the court system.
• Extensive knowledge of legal procedures documents and terminology.
• Skill in the operation of computers.
• Skill in time management, including the ability to be punctual and on-time.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Judge’s calendar, sets hearing and court dates.
• Prepares case files.
• Assists the Judge in every courtroom proceeding by providing onsite support keeping paperwork and clerical processes moving in an efficient manner.
• Provides on-site service to courtrooms, preparing them with proper equipment and forms.
• Administer oaths.
• Maintains and logs exhibits submitted to the court.
• Takes minutes of all courtroom proceedings.
• Drafts and prepares judgments, orders and other decisions from court.
• Operates office equipment.
• Creates, prepares and processes legal forms, form letters, reports and similar materials.
• Sorts, stamps, records and files a wide variety of legal and judicial materials.
• Process all types of cases and documents presented to court.
• Reads and routes incoming mail and assembles files and other materials to facilitate reply.
• Explains policies and procedures pursuant to requests of the public attorneys and other officials and departments.
• Creates case files, updates databases and reviews documents presented for compliance to standards.
• Serves as receptionist, answers telephone and provides general information regarding court filings and procedures.
• Handles database management for specific areas of law.
• Participates in training as assigned.
• Assists in troubleshooting issues that arise.
• Assists other Court Clerk positions with day to day questions and tasks related to court proceedings.
• Addresses challenging concerns from the public; assists supervisor in handling of administrative tasks.
• Performs highly specialized tasks related to sensitive court processes.
• Proofreads legal documents, memorandums and other materials for accuracy and punctuation.
• Assists in facilitating judge and courtroom schedules, including arriving punctually and on time for work.

Skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of court procedures

Following directions

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ada County Clerk’s Office in Boise, Idaho seeks an In-Court Clerk Floater to perform clerical and support functions for the court system. This role involves maintaining calendars, preparing case files, and assisting judges in courtroom proceedings to keep paperwork and processes moving efficiently.

The position requires a high school diploma, 1 year of related experience, and strong knowledge of court procedures.