Posting No. 2021145

All applicants must complete an application to be considered - those submitting resumes only will not be considered.

	Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
	Vacant Position
	Date: 06/07/2021 Posting No.: 2021145

Position Title:	Court Clerk	Position No.:	7054
Department:	Court Administrator's Office, Accounting - Receipting
Work Location:	415 East 12th Street - Kansas City MO
Work Hours:	8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Salary:	County Paid Position - Non-exempt Grade C 4 - $13.16 Hourly

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: - $13.16 Hourly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY; INTERNAL APPLICANTS GO TO EPICOR ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Tanya Wheeler. Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.

Applications must be received by Human Resources no later than 05:00 PM on 07/19/2021

POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK:

To perform advanced clerical work in a specific area of case processing, involving the filing, processing and disposition of cases

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES:

(The following duties are representative of this position, not comprehensive.)

Perform case processing in receiving and initiating case files.
Perform technical duties such as reviewing judgments, preparing warrants, summonses, garnishments, executions, bond settings, and docket control.
Review legal documents for necessary information required for filing.
Determines process required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules requiring detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules, and procedures.
Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, reconciles financial accounts, and prepares daily and month financial reports.
Provides information and customer service 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.
Properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing.
serves in the courtroom, swears in litigants and witnesses, operates electronic sound recording equipment, makes docket entries to reflect case progress, and performs other courtroom related duties.
Prepares juror lists and performs related work involving summonses, appearances, and payments of jurors using an automated jury management system.
Contact attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings.
Assist with on-the-job training for new staff.
Enter 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.

SUPERVISION OF: None.

SUPERVISION BY: Sr. Court Clerk, Principal Court Clerk, Unit Supervisor, Department Director, Court Manager, Judge, or Appointing Authority.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION: Associate's degree in a related field, or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning, or

EXPERIENCE: One year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties and a High School diploma or GED.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must submit to and pass criminal background check as prescribed by the Court.
Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing for illegal drug use.

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.)

Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.
Basic knowledge of organization operations, functions, and scope of authority of the court.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and follow oral and written instructions.
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 communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in a tactful and courteous manner with diverse parties.
Ability to maintain administrative, and general records and to prepare reports from an automated system.
Ability to work and relate in a positive fashion toward individuals from diverse backgrounds and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Skilled in the operation of standard computer software and office machines including computers, typewriters and Dictaphones; excellent telephone skills.
Requires strong time management and organization skills with the ability to be detail oriented.

THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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