Apprentice Court Clerk

About the role

The Missouri Judiciary offers a variety of positions that provide opportunities to work with exceptional colleagues and contribute to the mission of the judiciary. Positions come with competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and the chance to serve the community.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform entry-level duties in a court using an electronic filing system.
• Work under close supervision to learn general office knowledge and specific court policies and procedures.
• Process court cases with responsibility for applying independent judgment and following statutes, policies, and regulations.
• Handle accounting duties such as receiving and disbursing monies, and reconciling financial accounts within a case management system.
• Support circuit judges or associate circuit judges by providing a full range of responsibilities within the division's jurisdiction.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and external stakeholders.
• Provide direct support to the public by answering inquiries, furnishing information, and making copies as needed.
• Operate electronic sound recording equipment and perform courtroom-related duties as required.
• Ensure the daily delivery and pick-up of mail within Christian County buildings.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning.
• Additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Strong PC, typing, interpersonal, and clerical skills, including knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Scanner, Lotus Notes, MS Teams, and the ability to operate standard office equipment.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and external stakeholders.
• Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehend court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws, and legal factors pertaining to the court.
• Gain working knowledge of organization operations, functions, and scope of authority of the court.
• Exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives.
• Maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system.
• May include physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as carrying, standing, and lifting.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Total compensation includes more than just the dollars received in your paycheck.