Justice Court Clerk I - Verde Valley Justice Court (Cottonwood)

Yavapai County; Cottonwood (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Justice Court Clerk I to support the operations of the Verde Valley Justice Court. This role involves a variety of specialized legal clerical tasks, including customer service, processing court documents, and managing the court calendar. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal terminology. Join a dedicated team in a supportive office environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the community. This full-time position offers a chance to grow and develop in the legal field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of general clerical experience.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform customer service both in-person and telephonically.
• Process court-related documents and perform data entry.
• Schedule hearings and maintain court calendar.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Legal terminology knowledge

Clerical practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Court management systems

Job description

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Under close supervision, perform a variety of specialized legal clerical work of routine difficulty in support of the operations and services of the Justice Court.

1. Perform customer service both in-person and telephonically.
2. Process a variety of court-related documents.
3. Perform data entry, photocopying, and filing.
4. Assist with receipting, bookkeeping, collections, and other financial transactions.
5. Retrieve files and documents, open and deliver mail.
6. Accept and process filings of documents.
7. Schedule hearings, notify parties, maintain court calendar, and serve as a courtroom clerk.
8. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years of general clerical experience.

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Legal terminology, court procedures, court management systems, business English, clerical practices, research techniques, Microsoft Office, filing and recordkeeping.
• Skills in: Effective communication, relationship building, organization, and attention to detail.
• Abilities to: Follow instructions, memorize procedures, process work accurately, type at 60 WPM, understand written and verbal information, develop effective relationships, keep management informed, maintain confidentiality, and act tactfully.

Work Environment

Office setting with adequate lighting, heating/cooling, and ventilation.

Physical Requirements

Sit or stand for extended periods, read printed and screen materials, communicate effectively, repetitive arm/finger/wrist movements, lift up to 30 pounds.

Additional Job Information

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Grade: 2

Classification: Classified

Safety Sensitive: No

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care