Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
	Vacant Position
	Date: 08/13/2018 Posting No.: 2018148
	REPOSTED

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: $1,157.00 - $1654.50 Semi-monthly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Mark Wienke. 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.

• 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. Supervision is received from a Senior Court Clerk, Principal Court Clerk, Unit Supervisor, Court Manager. 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 warrants, summonses, garnishments and executions, 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, e-mail, 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 hearing, court appearances or reports; coordinates the flow of documents necessary for court assignments; and properly queues electronically files 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.
  • Contacts attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings.
  • Assists with on-the-job training for new staff.
  • 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.

• Interviews victims of domestic violence
• Creates Orders of Protection
• Performs data entry

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Typing 35 wpm or considerable keyboard/data entry ability.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis provided a high school diploma or GED has been obtained:
  • Associate's Degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning and
  • one year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties..
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Basic knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors pertaining to the court.
  • 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.

EMPLOYEES MAY BE EXPOSED TO: Evidence and testimony that may be disturbing, such as photographs of violent scenes and victims and or sexually explicit material; evidence that may include syringes, drugs, weapons and blood; the public who may potentially be verbally or physically abusive, allergens, such as perfumes and dust; and unpleasant odors, such as unwashed clothing or chemicals offered into evidence.