Courtroom Clerk - Criminal

About the role

The Clerk of the Superior Court seeks individuals with three years of clerical/office experience (preferred in a court or legal environment) or two years as a Clerk of the Superior Court at the Justice System Clerk or higher level. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with post-secondary education substituting for two years of the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Attend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and transcribe notes into standard minute entry format within established timeframes
• Determine the correct parties/agencies entitled to receive copies of minute entries
• Record and secure exhibits presented for court proceedings
• Communicate oaths, affirmations, and contents of court documents to court participants
• Receive, process, and/or issue court documents, including protective orders, jail releases, warrants, and confidential orders
• Proofread and edit work with a high degree of accuracy and detail
• Maintain a list of cases under advisement for quarterly submission to the Supreme Court
• Participate in large group training or one-on-one mentoring

Requirements

• Three years of clerical/office experience (preferred in a court or legal environment)
• Two years as a Clerk of the Superior Court at the Justice System Clerk or higher level
• A High School Diploma or GED
• Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Post-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Hands-on training for 3-6 months, taking place both in classrooms and courtrooms
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts and employee discounts for goods and services

Pay

A higher wage would be offered only based on legal experience (e.g., with a law firm). Additional questions regarding pay can be discussed with HR during the hiring process if you are offered the position. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Schedule

Consistent Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedules; teleworking based on business needs and supervisor approval.