Trial Court Clerk II - 2nd Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Council; Westmoreland (KS); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 59,311,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Judicial Council is seeking a Trial Court Clerk II in the 2nd Judicial District, Pottawatomie County, Kansas. You will receive, docket, and process legal documents for case records, and provide courteous assistance to judges, attorneys, and the public while helping with phones and document certification.

Required high school diploma or GED and at least six months of office clerical experience, plus knowledge of modern office procedures and computer use.

Qualifications

• High school or GED required.
• Six months of experience in office clerical work.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
• Skills with computers and operation of standard office equipment.
• Preferred: experience in computerized offices, knowledge of financial transactions, excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Receive, docket, and process legal documents for case records by computer.
• Provide courteous and cooperative assistance to judges, attorneys, and the public.
• Answer the telephone and certify documents.
• Perform duties assigned by the Clerk of the District Court.

Skills

Customer service

Office procedures

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Computer software

Job description

Position number:

K0062381

Location of Employment:

2nd Judicial District, Pottawatomie County, Kansas

Position/Salary and Benefits:

Trial Court Clerk II, grade 18, $18.75 hourly $19.23 after 6 months of successful performance $20.68 after 1-year of successful performance

State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Job Duties:

• Receive, docket, and process legal documents for case records by computer.
• Provide courteous and cooperative assistance to judges, attorneys, and the public.
• Perform functions related to answering the telephone and certifying documents.
• Perform such other duties as assigned by the Clerk of the District Court.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school or GED
• Six months of experience in office clerical work.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and practices. Skills with computers and operation of standard office equipment.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a computerized office, knowledge of computers and financial transactions. Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of court procedures and policies is desirable.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [e-mail] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

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