SPECIFIC TO JOHNSON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT

The Johnson County Circuit Clerk's Office, is now accepting applications for an available Court Clerk position. Court Clerk positions within the 17th Judicial Circuit and Circuit Clerk's Office are employed through the State of Missouri and include all state benefits outlined above. Applicants who are hired will be assigned clerical duties. Primary duties center on case processing and involve frequent interactions with the public, court personnel, attorneys and/or law enforcement agencies. To successfully perform the duties of a Court Clerk, applicants must have attention to detail, exceptional data entry, and excellent customer service. In addition, all applicants must have the capability to multi-task between a variety of duties and be willing to assist in courtrooms at various times. Financial assignments and responsibilities of receiving, disbursing, and balancing of monetary funds may apply. Thorough hands on training is provided to all new hires and continued throughout employment.

STATE OF MISSOURI FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Basic Function and Responsibility:

The Court Clerk position is advanced work using an electronic filing system in a court within the Missouri State Court System. Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies, and regulations with minimal supervision. Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work may also involve financial record keeping within an automated case management system, providing direct support for a circuit judge or associate circuit judge providing a full range of responsibilities within the division's jurisdiction.

Characteristic Duties:

(The following duties are representative of this position, not comprehensive.) Performs case processing in receiving and initiating case files; performs technical duties such as reviewing judgments, preparing summonses, bond settings, and docket control Reviews legal documents for necessary information required for filing; determines processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules requiring a detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules and procedures Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, reconciles financial accounts, and prepares daily and monthly financial reports Provides information and customer assistance in person, via telephone, email or other mediums (without giving legal advice) (i.e., pro se litigants, attorneys, reporters, law enforcement, other judicial agencies, co-workers, supervisors and judges) Prepares a variety of documents related to court operations including court orders, court calendars, notices of hearings, court appearances or reports; coordinates the flow of documents necessary for court assignments; and properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing Serves in the courtroom, operates electronic sound recording equipment, makes docket entries to reflect case progress, and performs other courtroom-related duties Contacts attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings Enters orders, court dates, pleadings and other court matters Creates and processes copies of official legal documents Interacts with the public in a timely and courteous manner

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority) Basic knowledge of organization operations, functions and scope of authority of the court Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and high stress Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in a tactful and courteous manner with diverse parties Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and follow oral and written instructions Requires strong time management and organization skills with the ability to be detail oriented The Offices of Johnson County and State of Missouri are

Equal Opportunity Employers Pay:

From $35,136.24 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person