Courtroom Clerk - Juvenile

JOB About the PositionAre you ambitious, enthusiastic, and passionate about actively participating in the justice system process? Perhaps you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and can easily juggle multiple projects. If that's you, apply to be our Courtroom Clerk for the Juvenile Services Division! As the Courtroom Clerk, you'll be responsible for recording and memorializing court proceedings by attending court sessions, communicating oaths with witnesses and juries, and maintaining exhibits offered in a courtroom as evidence. You will be right in the center of the courtroom action, working very closely with the judge and courtroom assistant. The functions performed by this position ensure there is an objective record of events to facilitate the judicial process and expedite resolution pursuant to

A.R.S. SS12-283.

Be bold and dare to make a difference, not just today but every day as a Clerk of the Superior Court! Check out a day in the life: https://youtu.be/R_MDocGj3bE These opportunities are within our Juvenile Services Division located at the Southeast Juvenile Court Center at 1810 S. Lewis, Mesa, 85210, and will require occasional weekend work. About UsJoin a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. The Clerk of the Superior Court is looking for people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team atmosphere, and serve the community. Every member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. COSC adopted Factors for Success to provide transparent guidance for sustainability, strategic initiative achievement, positive learning culture, and inclusivity by linking foundational skills and value-based behaviors. The four Factors for Success and related competencies are:

Thought:

Have and use the appropriate knowledge. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Strategic Mindset)

Results:

Take initiative and be accountable for results. (Takes Initiative, Ensures Accountability, Results Focused)

People:

Effectively communicate and interact with others. (Influential, Develops/Others Teamwork, Collaborative)

Self:

Recognize and reflect on oneself and one's behavior. (Authentic, Aware, Flexible) Proud to OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We RequireThree years of clerical, legal office, or court-related experienceORTwo years at the Clerk of the Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk or higherHigh School Diploma or GEDPost-secondary education may substitute for two years of the experience requirement Job ContributionsAttend all sessions of court, record court proceedings in a note-taking manner, and transcribe notes into standard minute entry format within established timeframesDetermine the correct parties/agencies entitled to receive copies of minute entriesRecord and secure exhibits presented for court proceedingsCommunicate oaths, affirmations, and contents of court documents to court participantsReceive, process, and/or issue court documents, including protective orders, jail releases, warrants, and confidential ordersProofread and edited work with a high degree of accuracy and detailMaintain a list of cases under advisement for quarterly submission to the Supreme CourtParticipate in large group training or one-on-one mentoring Working ConditionsWork is primarily performed in an office setting that consists of a high-volume and fast-paced environment with long periods of sitting while completing computer activitiesMay require occasional weekend work; teleworking based on business needs and supervisor approvalAbility to frequently ascend and descend 1-3 steps to the work area, with or without accommodationAbility to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles on County businessAbility to lift, carry, push, or pull boxes and other items of up to 20 poundsSelected candidates must successfully complete and pass a criminal background checkSelection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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