Courtroom Clerk I

Courtroom Clerk

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out of 5 stars 1640 Kings County Dr, Hanford, CA 93230 $24.34 an hour

• Full-time Superior Court of California 90 reviews $24.34 an hour
• Full-time Description Under general supervision, performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties related to court hearings and courtroom proceedings.

Courtroom Clerk I is a single-level classification utilized to perform courtroom duties and related clerical support functions. This is the entry and journey level in the Courtroom Clerk series. This class is appropriate for positions where the primary focus of the work is on clerical and administrative courtroom support work. Courtroom Clerk I's are expected to advance to the II level when the minimum qualifications for the higher class have been met and satisfactory performance has been demonstrated. This class is distinguished from the higher-level Courtroom Clerk III class in that the latter performs the more difficult and highly technical courtroom work and/or has responsibility for leading, training and assigning the work of Courtroom Clerks. The Courtroom Clerk series is distinguished from the Court Services Clerk Series in that the latter performs legal processing work, while the work performed in this class is related to court hearings and courtroom proceedings. Examples of Duties Sets and maintains schedule of Court events Attends Court sessions and records minutes of Court proceedings Prepares, certifies and routes documentation to establish sentencing disposition of defendants Notifies Probation Department of verdicts and dates of sentencing Dockets criminal cases Completes Register of Action cards for Civil, Small Claims, Family Law, Adoption, Probate, Juvenile, Writ of Habeas Corpus, Criminal, and Traffic cases Types a variety of legal documents and records of Court activities Schedules future calendar matters for attorneys Receives, labels, securely stores and routes Court exhibits and evidence Sets hearings and accepts filings for courtroom proceedings Administers oaths Orders and/or cancels juries Records jury attendance Impanels juries Prepares record of billing and/or reimbursement claims for juror expenses Prepares, types, files and distributes legal documents and correspondence to reflect judicial decisions Maintains jury instructions Maintains statistics to assist in preparation of Judicial Council reports Sets up and maintains tickler files for Court cases taken under submission Reviews and maintains judicial case files Files case documents Researches and responds to inquiries regarding cases and Court-related matters Issues and distributes bench warrants Recalls bench warrants at the direction of the Judge or Commissioner Prepares and mails disposition notices of daily Court proceedings Orders bail reviews and formal sentencing reports May assist in training new staff Prepares minutes for use in courtroom Sets court cases for trial Verifies accuracy of daily calendars for Court purposes Comprehend and analyze legal codes and terminology Reasonable accommodation will be made, when requested, and as determined by the Court Executive Officer to be appropriate under applicable law. Essential duties may vary as directed by the Court Executive Officer or designee. Typical Qualifications Education Possession of High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience One (1) year of experience equivalent to a Court Services Clerk (any level); OR, three (3) years of responsible clerical experience. One (1) year of business training in an approved school or training program may substitute for a maximum of 6 months of experience. Desirable Qualification Two (2) years legal clerical experience involving working knowledge of general court procedures. Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE

Alpha/numeric filing systems and recordkeeping Proper English spelling, grammar and punctuation Court procedures, operations and personnel General types of criminal charges Arraignment procedures California DMV codes as accessible by computer Legal terminology Outlying court calendars Criminal justice agencies and available resources, general agencies, County departments and other parties to court proceedings Proper handling and maintenance of evidence General California laws and codes DMV and Department of Justice procedures Office supplies and inventory methods ABILITY Write quickly, accurately and legibly Exercise sound practical judgment expeditiously Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information Follow oral and written instructions Prioritize work to meet scheduling and legal deadlines Think logically Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Demonstrate accurate, precise attention to detail Exhibit good mental retention and interpretation of information Exercise tact, patience and flexibility in work relationships Monitor and retain flow of auditory information while writing Enunciate and pronounce words and names properly Read and interpret code books, legal forms, manuals and documents Establish and maintain positive work relationships Follow safe work practices as directed and trained Safely operate a motor vehicle Flexibly alternate attention among a variety of tasks

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid California Class 'C" driver's license. Ability to qualify for security clearance through fingerprinting, traffic and criminal record background investigation, and random drug testing. Ability to sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity; eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Travel may be required outside of Kings County to attend meetings, conferences, and training. The Superior Court provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Our programs include medical, dental and vision insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, term life insurance, long term disability and accident insurance and other employee benefits. The court makes considerable contributions to health and retirement benefits on behalf of the employees (contributions prorated for part-time employees). The court also provides paid time-off: Paid Holidays

• Full-time court employees receive 14 paid holidays Paid Sick Leave
• Full-time court employees accrue 10
• 16 days (based on years of service) Paid Vacation Leave
• Full-time court employees accrue 10
• 25 days (based on years of service)

Health Insurance:

The court offers three levels of medical coverage for employees to elect. The court pays 100% of the employee medical, dental and vision premiums and contributes a substantial amount towards dependent(s) coverage. Employees who waive court-sponsored medical insurance and who provide proof of other group medical insurance are eligible to receive cash in-lieu benefit.

Life Insurance:

The court gives you the ability to help financially protect your family/beneficiaries with Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. You have the option to supplement the court-paid $15,000 policy with life insurance for family members and additional coverage for yourself through Voluntary Life Insurance.

Retirement:

The court pays a considerable bi-weekly contribution on behalf of the employee to California Public Employee Retirement System (CALPERS). All regular employees are required to enroll in CALPERS and contribute 7.25% bi-weekly for the defined benefit plan [2% at age 62].

Deferred Compensation:

The court offers employees the ability to participate in 457 deferred-compensation plan. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The court provides employees with support for a wide variety of challenges through EAP. Benefits include up to three (3) sessions, every six (6) months of face-to-face confidential counseling.