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Court Clerk

16th Judicial Circuit of Misouri • Kansas City, MO • 1d ago

Position Title:Court Clerk

Department: Civil Records

County or State Funded: State

Exempt or Non-exempt: Non-exempt

Paygrade: S-18

Salary pay rate: $17.03 hourly

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY: The court clerk position is highly responsible for advanced work using an electronic filing system in a court within the Missouri State Court System. Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies, and regulations, with minimal supervision. Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work may also involve financial record keeping within an automated case management system. Provide direct support for a circuit judge or associate circuit judge providing a full range of responsibilities within the division's jurisdiction, or supervision of other staff.

Appointing Authority and Supervision Received:

The deputy court administrator of circuit court jury supervisor is the appointing authority. The court clerk receives direct supervision from a senior court clerk, principal court clerk, unit supervisor, court manager, chief court operations manager, judge or appointing authority.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Characteristic and Assigned Duties: (The following duties are representative of the position and do not include all duties which may be performed.)

Performs case processing in receiving and initiating case files.

Performs technical duties such as reviewing judgments, preparing warrants, summonses, garnishments and executions, bond settings, and docket control.

Reviews legal documents for necessary information required for filing.

Determines processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules requiring detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules, and procedures.

Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, reconciling financial accounts, and preparing daily and monthly financial reports. Provides information and customer assistance in person, via telephone, email, or other mediums (without giving legal advice) (i.e., pro se litigants, attorneys, reporters, law enforcement, other judicial agencies, co-workers, supervisors, and judges).

Prepares a variety of documents related to court operations including court orders, court calendars, notices of hearings, court appearances, or reports.

Serves in the courtroom, swears in litigants and witnesses, operates electronic sound recording equipment, makes docket entries to reflect case progress, and performs other courtroom-related duties.

Prepares juror lists and performs related work involving summonses, appearances, and payments of jurors using an automated jury management system.

Contacts attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings.

Assist with on-the-job training for new staff.

Enters orders, court dates, pleadings, and other court matters.

Interacts with the public in a timely and courteous manner.

Creates and processes copies of official legal documents.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Basic knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws, and legal factors pertaining to the court.

Basic knowledge of organization operations, functions, and scope of authority of the court.

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and high stress.

Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives.

Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in a tactful and courteous manner with diverse parties.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow oral and written instructions.

Requires strong time management and organization skills with the ability to be detail oriented.

Ability to @type 35 wpm, minimum.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or recognized equivalent and one year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties.

Necessary Special Requirement:

None.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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