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City of Surprise, AZ
COURT CLERK - SENIOR
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A Municipal, License, or Court Clerk works in a municipal office to assist people applying for a permit or license. Processes applications and answers questions, collects fees, distributes permits and licenses when they are approved, and maintains office records.
$49,715 / year median in Arizona
+11% projected growth
Job Description
COURT CLERK - SENIOR
City of Surprise, AZ - 4.1 Surprise, AZ Job Details Full-time $28.53 - $42.79 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Caseload management High school diploma or GED Clerical experience Legal case management Full Job Description Join a team where you make a difference, and your work helps shape exceptional court service for our community.SUMMARY A
Senior Court Clerk in the city court plays a crucial role in supporting the Judicial Officers and the daily operations of the court. This position involves managing and preparing legal documents, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. The Senior Court Clerk also facilitates communication between judges, attorneys, and court personnel, schedules hearings and appointments, and handles confidential information with the utmost discretion. Proficiency in legal software and case management systems is essential, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines. This role requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of judicial processes. EDUCATION and/orEXPERIENCE A
High School Diploma or G.E.D. and two years of progressively responsible clerical experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed in the job description. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.CERTIFICATION
NoneSELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: Criminal Background Screening Education & Experience Verification E-Verify Fingerprinting The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer. The City of Surprise offers a broad range of inclusive employee benefits to help employees in their work and personal lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides our employees with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance for our diverse workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, retirement, and a variety of work/life programs, including generous paid time off and twelve holidays. For additional benefit information,Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance