Judicial Operations Clerk

Iowa Judicial Branch; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Judicial Branch seeks a Judicial Operations Clerk for Spirit Lake, IA. This full-time, on-site position supports daily court operations, processes filings, maintains records, and prepares routine documents.

You will interact with the public, attorneys, and court staff to provide information on procedures and case status. Responsibilities include data entry into case management systems, organizing files, scheduling hearings, and ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in all records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred.
• Post-secondary coursework in criminal justice or legal studies preferred.
• Strong operations and workflow management skills.
• Analytical skills for reviewing documents and discrepancies.
• Excellent communication with public, attorneys, and staff.
• Proficiency with office software and databases.
• High accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.
• Ability to follow procedures and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process filings and maintain case records.
• Prepare routine court documents.
• Assist with scheduling hearings.
• Interact with the public, attorneys, and court staff.
• Data entry into case management systems.
• Organize and update physical and digital files.
• Uphold confidentiality and follow court rules.

Skills

Operations management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Office software

Databases

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice coursework

Legal studies coursework

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

The Iowa Judicial Branch is committed to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and timely resolution of disputes. Guided by its mission to administer justice under the law equally to all persons, the Branch upholds the highest standards of integrity, impartiality, and public service. It strives to ensure that every individual can seek and obtain justice without bias or undue delay. Team members contribute to a justice system that values fairness, accountability, and respect for all who interact with the courts.

Role Description

The Judicial Operations Clerk is a full-time, on-site role located in Spirit Lake, IA. This position is responsible for supporting daily court operations, including processing filings, maintaining case records, and preparing routine court documents. The clerk interacts with the public, attorneys, and court staff at the counter, by phone, and electronically to provide accurate information about court procedures and case status. Additional responsibilities include data entry into case management systems, organizing and updating physical and digital files, and assisting with scheduling and coordinating hearings. The role requires close attention to detail, adherence to court rules and confidentiality standards, and consistent collaboration with judges and other court personnel.

Qualifications

• Strong operations and operations management skills to support daily court processes and workflow.
• Demonstrated analytical skills for reviewing documents, verifying information, and identifying discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills to interact professionally with the public, attorneys, and court staff.
• Customer service skills to provide courteous, clear, and timely assistance to all court users.
• Proficiency with office software, databases, and standard administrative tools.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in handling records and confidential information.
• Ability to follow established procedures, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework in criminal justice, legal studies, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience in a court, legal, or government office setting is beneficial.