Court Clerk

Location: 14250 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762

Schedule

Monday - Friday, with one of the following shifts:

• 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check court calendars prior to court hearings.
• Prepare and publish verdict forms.
• Serve the public by furnishing information as requested.
• Attend court proceedings (advisories, arraignments, pre-trials, motions, jury and non-jury trials, sentencings) to provide an accurate record of disposition by taking and entering minutes of court proceedings into the in-court docketing program and uploading session results to the case management system.
• Write and submit accurate and concise minutes of proceedings by analyzing and summarizing complex discussions and presentations.
• Ensure pertinent data is included in minutes and accurately reflected.
• Accurately enter, update, and research court records and case information, including dispositions and financials during court proceedings.
• Handle the logistical functioning and flow of courtroom activities, answer procedural questions, notify bailiff of any actions that may adversely affect courtroom security, and maintain orderly appearance of courtroom and assigned areas.
• Administer oaths to jurors, witnesses, and defendants.
• Receive and examine legal documents, research and review legal correspondence, and determine appropriate processing of legal documents.
• Receive, identify, mark, maintain, and store all evidence, including obtaining a signed receipt for exhibits not admitted into evidence.
• Attend and take the court record for weekend and holiday advisories.
• Generate and distribute after-court minutes to appropriate personnel and agencies.
• Issue and recall warrants.
• Complete paperwork required for disposition of case and obtain signatures from the judge for required paperwork.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Requirements

One of the following:

• 3 years’ experience in secretarial/clerical work, including 1 year related to legal or court procedures and 1 year using personal computers with Windows-based applications.
• Associate’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in secretarial/clerical work, including 1 year related to legal or court procedures and 1 year using personal computers with Windows-based applications.
• Bachelor's or higher-level degree.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work a variety of schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

Skills

• Highly desirable: Strong communication skills and command of the English language.
• Self-motivated with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to travel to other court locations on assignment.
• Effective team player with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to remain physically calm and mentally alert while sitting in a courtroom for long periods.
• Knowledge of court practices, procedures, and Florida Statutes.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and administrative/procedural regulations applicable to the court system.
• Ability to understand complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Membership in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
• Deferred compensation programs.
• Wellness centers and other perks.