Judicial Clerk II
Colorado Judicial Branch · Broomfield, CO · 1 mo ago
Legal$48k–$70k/yrFull-time
We need to produce HTML fragment with headings for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate.
We need to parse the posting.
Key info:
- Position: Judicial Clerk I/II series? Actually posting includes both I and II. The job code R11111, full time, salary range $47,999.28 - $69,599.16, FLSA status Non-exempt.
- Mission statement: The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.
- Statement of duties: Summary of job classification: Performs skilled administrative, customer service, and technical support work related to court operations: Docket management, courtroom duties, case processing, managing the full life cycle of multiple case types within the Clerk of Court’s office. Works independently under general supervision and may guide newer staff.
- Additional comments: progressive job series, placement based on min qualifications and experience. Links to detailed job descriptions: Judicial Clerk I and II.
- There are two requisitions: Judicial Clerk I (Req JD06897) and Judicial Clerk II (Req JD06898). Will fill one position based on district's hiring needs and qualifications. Applicants must apply individually.
- This position will provide direct support to a district court judge, including case processing, scheduling across multiple dockets, courtroom management and other complex office duties. Ideal candidate: strong communication and customer service skills, ability to multi-task and stay organized when handling conflicting deadlines, confidence to work independently in dynamic environments requiring self-initiative.
- District Court judges in 17th Judicial District rotate between Adams and Broomfield counties. Selected candidate will also rotate accordingly and expected to accompany assigned judge between both locations. According to district’s current rotation schedule, this position will be assigned to Broomfield County. It is anticipated that both the judge and the judicial clerk will rotate to Adams County in January of 2028; however, schedule may change.
- Essential Functions: long list of duties.
- Essential Functions Cont.: Supervisor Responsibilities: occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. Work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.
- Human Collaboration: may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Interactions have limited impact.
- Freedom To Act & Impact Of Actions: employee normally perform assignments after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. Some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment usually reviewed upon completion. Impact of actions are moderate.
- Knowledge & Skills: Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of work processes. Incumbent can complete a broad range of work, sometimes complex, without frequent reference to others. Likely impact on organization is standard.
- Fiscal Responsibility: May be responsible for the billing, collection and/or accounting of funds. May be responsible for the handling and balancing of cash.
- Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Equivalency: High school diploma or G.E.D. Work Related Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Judicial Clerk I or Court Judicial Assistant for the Colorado Judicial Department. OR At least 1 year of relevant work experience in a position similar to the Judicial Clerk I position. Licenses And Certifications: None.
- Physical Effort Requirements: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.
- Work Environment: Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Work Location: Office or similar indoor environment. Exposures: Individuals who are hostile or irate; individuals with known violent backgrounds.
- Also there is a note about Talent Pool, Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, etc. Those are boilerplate to remove.
- Benefits: There's a line "Learn More About Employee Benefits" but no actual benefits listed. So we should NOT create a Benefits section because no specific benefits described. The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. So we omit Benefits, Pay, Schedule unless present. Pay: we have salary range. That is pay info. So we should include a Pay section with the salary range. The posting says "Full Time Salary Range: $47,999.28 - $69,599.16". That's pay. So include Pay section.
- Schedule: Not explicitly stated besides "Full Time". Could infer schedule but not explicit hours. The instruction: never create Schedule section unless posting actually states them. It says Full Time but not specific schedule. Might be considered schedule info? Usually "Full Time" is schedule type. But they said "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." The posting states "Full Time". That is a schedule descriptor. I'd include Schedule section with "Full Time". However they might consider that as schedule. I'd include it.
- About the role: Could be the mission statement and summary of job classification. We'll create About the role section with mission statement and summary.
- Responsibilities: Essential Functions list.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, licenses). Also maybe Physical Effort Requirements? Could be under Requirements or Qualifications. We'll decide.
- Qualifications: Knowledge & Skills, Fiscal Responsibility, Human Collaboration, Freedom To Act & Impact Of Actions, etc. Could be under Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe communication, customer service, multi-tasking, organization, independent work, etc. Could be separate Skills section.
We need to avoid filler headings. Ensure each heading has substantive content.
Let's structure:
for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate.
We need to parse the posting.
Key info:
- Position: Judicial Clerk I/II series? Actually posting includes both I and II. The job code R11111, full time, salary range $47,999.28 - $69,599.16, FLSA status Non-exempt.
- Mission statement: The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.
- Statement of duties: Summary of job classification: Performs skilled administrative, customer service, and technical support work related to court operations: Docket management, courtroom duties, case processing, managing the full life cycle of multiple case types within the Clerk of Court’s office. Works independently under general supervision and may guide newer staff.
- Additional comments: progressive job series, placement based on min qualifications and experience. Links to detailed job descriptions: Judicial Clerk I and II.
- There are two requisitions: Judicial Clerk I (Req JD06897) and Judicial Clerk II (Req JD06898). Will fill one position based on district's hiring needs and qualifications. Applicants must apply individually.
- This position will provide direct support to a district court judge, including case processing, scheduling across multiple dockets, courtroom management and other complex office duties. Ideal candidate: strong communication and customer service skills, ability to multi-task and stay organized when handling conflicting deadlines, confidence to work independently in dynamic environments requiring self-initiative.
- District Court judges in 17th Judicial District rotate between Adams and Broomfield counties. Selected candidate will also rotate accordingly and expected to accompany assigned judge between both locations. According to district’s current rotation schedule, this position will be assigned to Broomfield County. It is anticipated that both the judge and the judicial clerk will rotate to Adams County in January of 2028; however, schedule may change.
- Essential Functions: long list of duties.
- Essential Functions Cont.: Supervisor Responsibilities: occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. Work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.
- Human Collaboration: may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Interactions have limited impact.
- Freedom To Act & Impact Of Actions: employee normally perform assignments after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. Some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment usually reviewed upon completion. Impact of actions are moderate.
- Knowledge & Skills: Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of work processes. Incumbent can complete a broad range of work, sometimes complex, without frequent reference to others. Likely impact on organization is standard.
- Fiscal Responsibility: May be responsible for the billing, collection and/or accounting of funds. May be responsible for the handling and balancing of cash.
- Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Equivalency: High school diploma or G.E.D. Work Related Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Judicial Clerk I or Court Judicial Assistant for the Colorado Judicial Department. OR At least 1 year of relevant work experience in a position similar to the Judicial Clerk I position. Licenses And Certifications: None.
- Physical Effort Requirements: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.
- Work Environment: Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Work Location: Office or similar indoor environment. Exposures: Individuals who are hostile or irate; individuals with known violent backgrounds.
- Also there is a note about Talent Pool, Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, etc. Those are boilerplate to remove.
- Benefits: There's a line "Learn More About Employee Benefits" but no actual benefits listed. So we should NOT create a Benefits section because no specific benefits described. The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. So we omit Benefits, Pay, Schedule unless present. Pay: we have salary range. That is pay info. So we should include a Pay section with the salary range. The posting says "Full Time Salary Range: $47,999.28 - $69,599.16". That's pay. So include Pay section.
- Schedule: Not explicitly stated besides "Full Time". Could infer schedule but not explicit hours. The instruction: never create Schedule section unless posting actually states them. It says Full Time but not specific schedule. Might be considered schedule info? Usually "Full Time" is schedule type. But they said "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." The posting states "Full Time". That is a schedule descriptor. I'd include Schedule section with "Full Time". However they might consider that as schedule. I'd include it.
- About the role: Could be the mission statement and summary of job classification. We'll create About the role section with mission statement and summary.
- Responsibilities: Essential Functions list.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, licenses). Also maybe Physical Effort Requirements? Could be under Requirements or Qualifications. We'll decide.
- Qualifications: Knowledge & Skills, Fiscal Responsibility, Human Collaboration, Freedom To Act & Impact Of Actions, etc. Could be under Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe communication, customer service, multi-tasking, organization, independent work, etc. Could be separate Skills section.
We need to avoid filler headings. Ensure each heading has substantive content.
Let's structure:
About the role
Mission statement: The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.
Summary of job classification: Performs skilled administrative, customer service, and technical support work related to court operations: docket management, courtroom duties, case processing, managing the full life cycle of multiple case types within the Clerk of Court’s office. Works independently under general supervision and may guide newer staff.
Responsibilities
- Provides case management, customer service, and judicial officer support for clients, officers, and other judicial staff over the counter, in the courtroom, and via phone and email including filing, scanning, and uploading documents.
- Instructs customers on case types and procedures.
- Shares applicable information for law enforcement, attorneys, correctional officials, and other outside agencies.
- Responds to customer's inquiries over the counter, via phone, email, and voice mail.
- Acts as liaison between division/Judicial Officer and customers, directs parties to correct location and/or divisions, de-escalates situations of stress or conflict, and explains court processes without providing legal advice.
- Creates, processes, and manages electronic and paper-filed case documentation, including entering and tracking codes related to case status, processing exhibits, plea agreements, sentencing, restitution, court ordered fees, notices, court orders, post bonds, bond forfeitures, warrants, and protection orders. Assists with record retention.
- Maintains case management system, including reviewing and updating case status and case screening, preparing case for assigning to court divisions, reviewing and issuing complex orders from the court, and managing case status reports.
- Processes payments. Reconciles cash drawer and prepares the daily deposit.
- Provides direct support and communication to judicial officers, including drafting and revising court orders, maintaining calendars, preparing and submitting mileage reimbursement, and composing correspondence.
- Processes opinion issuance, including reviews and submissions from chambers to the clerk’s office, maintains the weekly opinion announcement, reviews and edits opinion captions, transmits opinions to legal research vendors, and updates the case management system with opinion related deadlines and status.
- Performs courtroom management including preparing daily dockets, ensuring courtroom cleanliness and stock of supplies, checking-in and directing parties, and ensuring proper case flow.
- Assists with courtroom audio/visual, recording, and virtual conferencing systems to ensure accurate and clear recordings of all hearings.
- Schedules interpreters as needed.
- Participates in cross-training to assist courtrooms and dockets across the district and facilitate coverage in different areas/divisions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supervisor Responsibilities: Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. The work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.
Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Judicial Clerk I or Court Judicial Assistant for the Colorado Judicial Department, OR at least 1 year of relevant work experience in a position similar to the Judicial Clerk I position.
- Licenses and Certifications: None.
- Physical Effort: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
- Work Environment: Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards; office or similar indoor environment; exposures to individuals who are hostile or irate and individuals with known violent backgrounds.
Qualifications
- Knowledge & Skills: Requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of work processes; incumbent can complete a broad range of work, sometimes complex, without frequent reference to others; likely impact on organization is standard.
- Fiscal Responsibility: May be responsible for billing, collection and/or accounting of funds; may be responsible for handling and balancing of cash.
- Human Collaboration: May require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies; contacts may require consideration of different points of view to reach agreement; elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas; interactions have limited impact.
- Freedom to Act & Impact of Actions: Employee normally performs assignments after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results; some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices; assignment usually reviewed upon completion; impact of actions are moderate.
Skills
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multi-task and stay organized when handling conflicting deadlines.
- Confidence to work independently in dynamic environments requiring self‑initiative.
Pay
Salary range: $47,999.28 – $69,599.16 per year (full‑time).
Schedule
Full‑time position.
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