Justice Court Clerk

Salary: $18.89 - $20.55 hourly. Full-time, non-exempt position located in Logan, Utah.

Description

Performs a variety of support work to ensure the efficient, effective operation of the Justice Court, including reviewing legal documents and files for accuracy and completeness. Works directly with the public, in person and over the phone, accepts and receives bail forfeitures and fine payments, researches and responds to inquiries and complaints.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Justice Judge for Court sessions, including gathering case files and other necessary information prior to sessions, calling the docket, maintaining record of Court proceedings, and completing necessary forms for Judge's signature during sessions.
• Maintains computerized Court database and other Court files, including entering information regarding citations and charges, Court appearances, and actions by the Court.
• Monitors case files to ensure timely appearance by defendants, payment of fines, completion of counseling, and all other requirements imposed by the Court.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of full-time clerical work experience and one year of full-time public contact/customer service experience.
• Eligible to receive clearance to access Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification Criminal Justice System.
• Computer literate in Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Able to type 45-50 WPM.
• Good communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Must attend and successfully complete required two-day annual Court Clerk Training provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts.

Spanish language skills are desirable.

Benefits

Benefits are available to full-time employees.