What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk, Court en Banc position at Supreme Court of Missouri?
The Supreme Court of Missouri is accepting applications for a deputy clerk in its Court en Banc office.
This position performs highly responsible work involving the administration of the judicial process for appeals, motions, petitions (reviews and writs), and applications for transfers. This position also provides staff support through researching case information and materials filed in the Supreme Court of Missouri.
Work involves high-quality customer service, aiding in court-related activities, and processing/recording fees and payments and court documents for the clerk’s office. Position is one of multiple deputy clerks who are cross-trained in a variety of responsibilities, performing tasks independently, and requiring an exercise of judgment and discretion in making decisions.
- Review documents to ensure/enforce compliance
- Communicate with the Court in assignments, filings, drafting and issuing orders
- Draft, prepare and issue mandates and orders
- Serves as courtroom clerk on cases docketed for oral argument and prepares/distributes related documents
- Responsible for preparation and certification of subpoenas
- Copy electronic case documents from court of appeals cases
- Assist and confer with others about complex problems/situations, working toward solutions
- Responsible for preparing oral argument Docket/Index
- Maintain files and corresponding exhibits
- Check and review docket entries for errors and clarity
- Fulfill requests for copies of documents
- Close case files
- File documents in case files and keep docket sheets updated, maintaining copies of all materials related to regular monthly hand down
- Generate the Conference List Report and prepare minutes on results from conference
- Prepare the opinion release sheets for each opinion to be handed down, along with attorneys for each hand down
- Responsible for addressing inquiries with high quality customer service
- Assist judges and staff in answering questions and tasks related to cases, dockets, and hand down
- Perform data entry
- Cross-train with other areas of office for efficiency
- Other duties as assigned
- Become familiar with policies and procedures for processing cases
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products, case management software, and Missouri eFiling System
- Capable of following complex oral and written instructions
- Possess good problem-solving and organizational skills
- Ability to use good judgement in answering questions and providing information
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, judges, attorneys, court officials and the public
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in court or law related work preferred.
When you join the Supreme Court of Missouri, you join a family and will gain valuable experience with a supportive organization. Our employees work to maintain a tradition of excellence in service. By providing a positive work environment and an excellent benefits package, the Supreme Court of Missouri has the career you have been looking for!
Annual starting salary up to $39,928.00 depending on qualifications.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.
To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found online: Total Compensation Calculator: https://pers.oa.mo.gov/applicants
Interested candidates should submit their resume along with at least three professional references. Applications received by March 24, 2025 will receive preference, but applications may be considered until the position is filled.
For questions regarding this position, please email Rachael.A.Cox@courts.mo.gov or call 573-751-4144.
The Supreme Court of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
Salary : $39,928