Public Service Deputy Court Clerk – Front Counter

Ada County; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ada County Clerk’s Office is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk for the Criminal Front Counter to perform clerical and support functions within Idaho’s court system. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and serving the public with clear guidance on court processes in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports core Clerk’s Office functions across File and Serve and counter services, with opportunities to cross-train and contribute to a team dedicated to public service, transparency, and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Skill in the operation of computers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of legal procedures documents and terminology, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the public with court related documents.
• File paper documents over the counter.
• Collects fees and fines over the counter.
• Process all out of court cases.
• Operates office equipment.
• Creates 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 in File and Serve.
• Explains policies and procedures pursuant to requests of the public attorneys and other officials and departments.
• Creates case files, updates databases.
• Reviews documents presented for compliance to standards.
• Responds to correspondence.
• Balances receipts and cash incoming on a daily basis.
• Handles database management for specific areas of law.
• Sets hearing dates and maintains calendar.
• Advises the public of their rights.
• Processes more sensitive casework.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Ada County Clerk’s Office is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk for the Criminal Front Counter to perform clerical and support functions within Idaho’s court system. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and serving the public with clear guidance on court processes in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports core Clerk’s Office functions across File and Serve and counter services, with opportunities to cross-train and contribute to a team dedicated to public service, transparency, and