Judicial Operations Clerk (D3 Woodbury 112433)

About the role

The Iowa Judicial Branch, in Woodbury County, seeks applicants for a Judicial Operations Clerk to perform the clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and the integrity of court records.

Responsibilities

• Process case-related documents such as orders, warrants, applications, motions, complaints, bonds, exhibits, and other official case and court-related documents and media to support accurate records and efficient court operations.
• Provide customer service to assist court users in-person and on the phone with general requests on court-related matters, process and record payments, and answer case processing questions or copies.
• Provide customer service and support for case information and processing for attorneys, judges, law enforcement, and other agencies.
• Occasionally support courtroom operations such as jury trials and proceedings.
• Learn and navigate court record-specific computer programs and technology.
• Professionally communicate in person and on the phone with a variety of court users.
• Occasionally travel to other counties within the judicial district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma).
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent professional office experience in business support, court, or legal support. Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience.
• Ability to secure confidential data and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.
• Familiarity and understanding of court operation support, record keeping, and filing.
• Basic computer database, software, and math skills.

Preferred skills

• Experience with court or legal process or terminology.
• Experience with accurate record keeping.
• Basic cashier or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience securing confidential information.

Benefits

• Collaborative, positive professional work environment
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the Iowa communities
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) plan
• Employee discount program
• Employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program

Pay

$21.98 - $34.74 per hour. This is a contract-covered, FLSA non-exempt position. The starting salary for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made if the successful candidate has relevant experience.