What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Jury Commissioner - Clerk of Superior Court (Prescott) position at Yavapai County Government?
Paralegal certification is preferred.
Independently performs complex work in managing jury system technology and the creation of the master jury lists to assure adequate, qualified jurors for trials as required in Yavapai County, to include summoning, screening, qualifying, and managing of jurors as requested.
- Coordinates, supervises, and directs the summoning and assignment of jurors for the courts; conducts juror orientation; records juror attendance; oversees Grand Jury process.
- Manages and maintains all data in the jury system database; performs a high volume of customer service through telephone, written and personal contact.
- Determines applicability of statutes relative to juror pay and collects and analyzes information.
- Oversees the ordering, purchasing, and management of supplies.
- Prepares jury payroll, issues debit cards and related correspondence.
- Determines whether a new juror is qualified or unqualified.
- Participates in development of procedures and forms relative to the jury process; prepares statistical and other management reports.
- Prepares and maintains records; maintains a recorded phone message system for jurors.
- Conducts and supervises training of coworkers.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in jury management or a court environment.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Paralegal Certification preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Operation of the jury database and capable of data entry and retrieval as necessary.
- Court system rules and regulations governing the department.
- Arizona statutes, rules, and codes as they pertain to juries.
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical office practices and procedures.
- Current Microsoft Office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
Skill in:
- Communicating effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing, including in a face-to-face setting, and by telephone and/or any form of written communication with public and employees.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Organization and adherence to detail.
Ability to:
- Understand
sand apply procedures relevant to jury management. - Complete detailed work accurately and in compliance with department standards.
- Maintain confidentiality of court proceedings and documents.
- Adhere to the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, as well as Clerk of Court and Yavapai County policies.
- Work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
- Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
- Work professionally and effectively with co-workers, parties, victims of crime, witnesses, and the general public.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to thirty (30) pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 6
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
Salary : $22 - $28
