Judge’s Clerk – Remote Court Support & Public Service

CITY OF MISSOULA; Hall City (FL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive salary

Work-life balance with flexible/remote

Health and dental coverage at $0 for 1

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Job summary

The City of Missoula’s Municipal Court is seeking a Judge’s Clerk to support judges, manage case records, and assist the public with professionalism. You’ll handle courtroom support, data entry, and scheduling while coordinating with attorneys, law enforcement, and community partners.

The role emphasizes accuracy, integrity, and exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to the administration of justice and community safety.

Qualifications

• Two years legal support experience or equivalent.
• Pass a criminal background investigation.
• Ability to learn court-specific software and databases.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to judges during court sessions with digital recording, minutes, and data entry.
• Assist public, staff, judges and attorneys via phone, email, and in person.
• Maintain court calendars and schedule hearings with external facilities.
• Organize paper and electronic filing systems and ensure access to files.
• Prepare and distribute orders and other court documents as directed.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Court operations

Microsoft 365

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Legal support experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Court management software

Job description

The City of Missoula’s Municipal Court is seeking a Judge’s Clerk to support judges, manage case records, and assist the public with professionalism. You’ll handle courtroom support, data entry, and scheduling while coordinating with attorneys, law enforcement, and community partners.

The role emphasizes accuracy, integrity, and exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to the administration of justice and community safety.