Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I

About the role

This is a temporary, part-time (10 hours per week), non-benefited, on-call position within the Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit. The position is located in Onida or Gettysburg, SD.

Responsibilities

• Maintain case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines.
• Assist in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
• Provide customer service by offering information about the court's protocols and procedures to ensure individuals receive correct information.
• Assist in courtroom proceedings by maintaining case files and minutes, handling in-court exhibits, empaneling juries, recording proceedings, and managing sound and video equipment.
• Provide court interpretive services when needed to facilitate court processes.
• Perform clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist in disposing of civil actions and provide direct court contact for citizens.
• Act on behalf of the court clerk in his or her absence.
• Perform other work as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the State of South Dakota, and a voting resident within the Sixth Judicial Circuit.
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of court processes and procedures, legal terminology, and general office and bookkeeping practices.
• Skill in time management, organization, and customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; learn on the job using written manuals and from context; listen and understand; work independently; recognize and defuse escalating situations with customers and staff; use computers and related software systems proficiently; multi-task and adapt quickly to change; prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are completed first.