Trial Court Clerk III - 6th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Council; Paola (KS); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Judicial Council seeks a Trial Court Clerk III to manage court records and assist judicial staff in the 6th Judicial District. This role involves accurate data entry, document management, and supervision of office operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and clerical experience, with preference for those familiar with Microsoft Office and court procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and one year of clerical experience is required.
• Ability to perform accurate computer data entry.
• Experience working in a court or law office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing court documents, receipts, and disbursements of money.
• Training and supervising office employees.
• Assisting judges, attorneys, and the public.

Skills

Computer data entry

Standard office equipment operation

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Thirty college semester hours

Job description

Position number:K0058317

Position Title and Salary: Trial Court ClerkIII, grade 21, $19.99 hourly

Location of Employment:6^th Judicial District, Miami County, Kansas 66071

Kansas Judicial Branch BenefitsState Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Internal Candidates will be given first consideration.

Job Duties: Work involves standardized duties which follow well established procedures including records case identification data and receipt of documents on court records by hand, typewriter or computer. Responsible for file stamping, assembling documents in chronological order for case files, scanning/ imaging and indexing court documents. Assisting judges, attorneys, co-workers and the public. Functions related to receipts and disbursements of money, month end reporting and balancing procedures, answering telephone, certifying documents, issuing marriage licenses, assisting with jury management and performing other work as required with supervisor reviewing work for accuracy and completeness.

To aid the Clerk of the court in supervision of the office and employees and assist in technology related issues in place and implementation of new hardware and software programs. To supervise and be in charge in absence of the Clerk. Also, to aid in training and cross training of employees.

Required education and experience: Graduation from high school and one year of clerical experience is required. Thirty college semester hours or its equivalent may be substituted for the required experience. Ability to perform accurate computer data entry and operate standard office equipment.

Preferred qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office software. Working experience in a court or law office.

Applications will be accepted: 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.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER