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Court Clerk

Miller County Circuit Clerk
Tuscumbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025

Court Clerk

Basic Job Function: 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.

Supervision Received: Supervision received from a Senior Court Clerk, Principal Court Clerk, Court Manager, Judge or Appointing Authority

Duties and Responsibilities: (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 money.

Provides information and customer assistance in person, via telephone, or email (without giving legal advice)

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

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

Key Skills:

Basic knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors pertaining to the court

Strong computer and typing skills

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and time sensitivity

Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives

Ability to accurately 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 minimum supervision and follow oral and written instructions

Requires strong time management and organization skills with the ability to be highly detail oriented

The Circuit Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications: (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):

Job Range/Step/Minimum Salary:

Starting Salary $35,429.04

Job Posting Closes:

April 18, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,429.04 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,429

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