Court Clerk

This is a full-time, hourly position located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Relocation assistance is not provided.

About Greenwood Village

Nestled in the heart of the Denver Tech Center, Greenwood Village is a vibrant and welcoming community known for its beautiful parks, thriving businesses, and commitment to public service. With approximately 15,500 residents, our community blends small-town charm with the amenities of a dynamic urban center. We value integrity, relationships, and an ownership mindset that guides our culture and public service approach.

About The Role

As a Court Clerk, you will serve as a front-line, customer-service-focused team member responsible for accurately and efficiently processing municipal court information and supporting daily court operations. In this detail-oriented administrative role, you will interact with defendants, attorneys, internal staff, and the public while ensuring timely and compliant court processes.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support
  • Answer and route incoming calls, providing information on municipal court policies and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain court files and computerized records; verify accuracy of ticket and case information.
  • Run reports such as motor vehicle histories and criminal histories.
  • Receive and process payments for fines, fees, bonds, jury deposits, copy requests, and other court receipts.
  • Balance cash drawers daily and prepare required cash reports.
  • Utilize Colorado Crime Information Center systems to query criminal histories, warrant information, and other interagency communications.
  • Process case dispositions, send reports to the motor vehicle department, and maintain warrant records.
  • Enter bench warrants, file warrants, and coordinate with the Police Department regarding warrant status.
  • Prepare bonding documents and process bond forfeitures.
  • Monitor community service completions and schedule show-cause hearings.
  • Prepare correspondence, notices, arraignment letters, trial notifications, and hearing schedules.
  • Work with the prosecutor to prepare and distribute subpoenas.
  • Process delinquent notices, failure-to-appear notices, mittimuses, and proper releases.
  • Coordinate prisoner status updates and video arraignments.
• Court Hearing Support
  • Prepare arraignment and trial dockets, ensuring all necessary files are complete.
  • Set up the courtroom and serve as clerk for the Judge, creating audio recordings, tracking dispositions, and entering real-time data.
  • Assist defendants, attorneys, and the public throughout the court process.
  • Determine and record trial dates according to the speedy trial rule and trial requirements.
  • Issue appropriate orders, fines, refunds, and monitor compliance with laws and procedures.
  • Assist with jury selection and ensure trial recordings comply with applicable laws.
• Miscellaneous Duties
  • Process warrant cancellations, juror payments, and fine refund vouchers.
  • Provide backup assistance to Administrative Services staff and coverage for the City information desk.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Two years of responsible municipal, county, district, or state court or legal experience, including computerized record systems.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; college coursework in criminal justice, court reporting, or related fields is preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Data entry techniques and computerized records management.
• Basic business writing, filing, and record-keeping principles.
• Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to perform administrative and clerical tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to operate office technology quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, including required compliance with CJIS standards.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and work effectively with the public and internal staff.
• Knowledge of court rules, procedures, State laws, City Code, and legal terminology (preferred).

Pay

Full salary range: $23.97 - $33.36 per hour. Anticipated hiring salary range: $23.97 - $28.67 per hour.

Schedule

Typical schedules are in-office Monday through Friday. This position requires availability to work some evening shifts. Remote work is not available for this position.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance programs
• Company-paid training
• Education reimbursement
• Vacation accrual
• Sick leave
• 11 paid holidays

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment, often seated at a computer for several hours at a time. Occasional motor-vehicle travel for meetings or training may be required. Duties involve coordinating multiple tasks and maintaining professional interactions with staff, vendors, public agencies, and community members.