Court Clerk - Criminal Records

Court Clerk Position

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.

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The following duties are representative of the position and do not include all duties which may be performed :

• Performs case processing in receiving and initiating electronic case files; performs technical duties such as reviewing and processing judgments, grand jury indictments, preparing warrants and summonses, scheduling hearings, and data entry into an automated case management system.
• 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 monies and is responsible for end of day cashier session closeout.
• Provides information and customer 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; and properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing.
• Contacts attorneys and other court personnel to resolve technical discrepancies with court filings.
• Assist 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.
• Performs other duties as required.

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.

High School diploma or recognized equivalent and one year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties.

All candidates selected for employment will be subject to background screenings as part of the hiring process. Certain positions may also require additional checks, including but not limited to education verification, child abuse and neglect clearances, drug screenings, and physical assessments, as applicable to the responsibilities of the role.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer