Court Services Clerk - Jury and Court Services

Court Services Clerk - Jury and Court Services Salary $21.69 - $27.78 Hourly Location Lincoln, NE Job Type Full time/probationary or status Job Number 202600348C Department Clerk of the District Court Opening Date 06/24/2026 Closing Date 7/5/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Posting Information Are you detail-oriented and interested in processing information and providing customer service to members of our community? We're looking for someone to join our team in a key role that involves complex, specialized clerical work. You'll provide phone, email and in-person assistance to the public regarding their jury service and process returned summons. Additionally, you will review both criminal and civil legal documents in the judicial database system while playing an important part in supporting the Clerk of the District Court.

Hours:

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (40 hours per week)

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. For full details, please click on the Benefits tab.

What You'll Do:

Prepare and process court documents and maintain jury records Process both returned electronic and paper juror qualification forms and other mail Enter court case information in the JUSTICE database system Provide counter, email, and telephone assistance to jurors Compose, compile, proofread, and distribute correspondence or requested documents to appropriate parties Assemble packets and complete mailings for jury summons and contempt letters. Recognize and follow federal and state laws, Supreme Court and local court rules and regulations including any changes, and apply them in carrying out the Clerk's responsibilities and duties

What We're Looking For:

Some knowledge of the legal process, court proceedings and judicial systems Some knowledge of legal terminology, documents, forms, and routine correspondence Considerable knowledge of modern office equipment, practices, and procedures Experience on the JUSTICE system preferred Ability to prepare, create, and/or process legal forms, documents, reports and correspondence per state statutes, Nebraska Supreme Court Rules and those of other designated state agencies

Qualifications:

A high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework in clerical work At least 6 months of experience in office and clerical work, especially with legal or court records Or an equivalent combination of training and experience If you're someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with the public, and takes pride in accuracy, we'd love to hear from you! We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position: Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance. We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 10 days of vacation leave and 13 days of sick leave that begin accruing upon hire plus 11 paid holidays and 20 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per calendar year. All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Up to 3 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave $30,000 of Life Insurance 401(a) Retirement Plan . When you make an 8% contribution, the County will match your contribution 100%. Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses Optional benefits include: Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Allstate Voluntary Plans Supplemental Term Life Deferred Compensation Plans 01 APPLICATION

COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

1. This application process is hand scored. 2. All questions must be fully answered to receive full credit. 3. Copied/pasted answers will not receive full credit. 4. "See resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses will not receive full credit. 5. All employers, work and volunteer experience, and education referred to on this questionnaire must also be listed in the Work and Education sections of the application for verification and to receive credit. 6. I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application. Acknowledge 02 Please acknowledge each of the following: (check all) This position is Full time with hours between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. I understand that this is an in-office position and not eligible for remote work. 03 Do you have experience performing general clerical work? No experience Yes, less than 6 months experience Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience Yes, 2 to 4 years experience Yes, more than 4 years experience 04 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 05 Do you have experience working with the public and providing customer service via phone, email, and in person? No experience Yes, less than 6 months experience Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience Yes, 2 to 4 years experience Yes, more than 4 years experience 06 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 07 Do you have experience using computer systems/software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, or other similar software? No experience Rarely Used Used occasionally (one or more times a month) Used frequently (one or more times a week) 08 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 09 Do you have experience working with JUSTICE, the court file management database, or other databases including NCIC or CJIS? I have no experience with JUSTICE or other databases I have entered information, data or documents into JUSTICE or other databases I have retrieved information, data or documents from JUSTICE or other databases I have both entered and retrieved information, data or documents within JUSTICE or other databases 10 Please list any other databases you have experience with. If not applicable, enter N/A 11 Indicate your experience working in the judicial or legal system: I have no experience working in the judicial or legal system I have worked in the criminal justice system (Probation, County Corrections, Law Enforcement,, Community Corrections, ect) I have worked in a law office (County Attorney, Public Defender, private law office) I have worked as an employee in the court system (County Court, Administrative Office of the Courts, District Court, Federal Court, ect) 12 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 13 Do you have experience with data entry? No experience Rarely Occasionally (a few times/month) Frequently (several times/week) 14 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 15 Have you taken coursework in legal, criminal justice, or other related fields? I have not completed coursework in legal, criminal justice, or other related fields I have completed coursework in legal, criminal justice, or other related fields I have a degree in the legal, criminal justice, or other related fields 16 If yes, please list the courses. If not applicable, enter N/A 17 Do you read, write, or speak a foreign language? Yes No 18 If yes, please list the language(s) and if you read, write or speak the language. Required Question Employer City of Lincoln/Lancaster County Address 555 South 10th Street, Room 302 Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508 Phone (402) 441-7597 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm