Court Clerk II

About the role

The City of Aurora is seeking dedicated and collaborative individuals to join its team of talented and valued employees. The Court Clerk II position is available in Aurora, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Performs independent, court specific, clerical/technical work in accordance with the procedures and policies of the courts.
• Prepares, disseminates legal documents, manages court files, and interacts with the public and legal professionals.
• Processes incoming juvenile and adult municipal and traffic filings, schedules hearings, reviews legal documents, and verifies fines and costs.
• Communicates with clients, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies, and handles customer inquiries.
• Handles financial transactions, balances cash drawers, and prepares reports.
• Ensures compliance with court orders and maintains confidentiality of court records.
• Uses document imaging for case files and handles CJIS-related information.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of clerical and filing experience, including dealing with the public and handling telephone calls.
• At least two (2) years of heavy cash handling experience.
• Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Court or law enforcement background.
• Knowledge of business English and math.
• Modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of court proceedings and legal terminology.
• Confidentiality requirements regarding court records.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and managerial skills.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to solve problems and handle stressful situations.
• Customer service skills.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office products).

Benefits

The City of Aurora offers a competitive total compensation package, including a well-funded General Employees Retirement Plan, innovative workspaces, and access to internal educational programs for career advancement.

Pay

Hiring range for this position is $22.76 - $28.45 hourly.

Schedule

This role is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Additional Information

The City of Aurora conducts ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applications will be accepted until July 25th, 2026. The position may be closed without notice if a qualified pool of applicants is determined. Essential personnel may be required to work during emergencies or disasters.