Judicial Clerk Senior

Posting Date

12 / 03 / 25

Application Deadline

12 / 10 / 25

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range : $21.25 - $24.19 hourly

Full Range : $21.25 - $33.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

A higher wage would only be offered based on direct court-related or legal experience (i.e. such as that with a law firm). Additional questions regarding pay can be discussed with HR during the hiring process if you are offered a position.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Justice Courts

About the Position

Are you a highly detail-oriented individual with a strong legal curiosity and a proven ability to perform under pressure?

As a Judicial Clerk Senior at our Northwest Regional Center Court, you will be part of a high-volume, fast-paced court where your expertise in multitasking and managing competing priorities will be fully utilized and valued.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive judicial clerical and administrative support across the full spectrum of case types, including both standard and complex matters. Your responsibilities will include high-speed case processing, secure financial and cash handling, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Join us and play a key role in ensuring the efficient and seamless operation of the Justice Courts, making a tangible impact every day.

About Us

The Maricopa County Justice Court, Arizona, is one of the largest, most innovative, and progressive Justice Courts in the nation. There are 26 Justice Courts in Maricopa County, which provide professional judicial services to court users so they can obtain timely and economical justice within their community. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, employee training, professional growth opportunities, and generous tuition reimbursement. We invite you to begin and advance your career with us as we continue on the path to provide exceptional and quality services to the citizens we serve.

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Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of progressively responsible full-time legal, court, justice system, or administrative support-related experience

High school diploma or GED

A combination of post-secondary education and job-related experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

Previous experience working as a Judicial Clerk in a court environment

Job Contributions

Process, prepare, and maintain confidential and sensitive court records and process formal orders and documents at the direction of the Judge

Prepare bench warrants and releases, issue summonses, subpoenas, minute entries, certified copies, and various other court forms

Mark and maintain all submitted exhibits, complete docket entries / case notes

Respond to telephonic and in-person inquiries from the public and other agencies, coordinate court calendar and schedule hearings

Receipt money following standard accounting procedures, enter fine amounts and create payment plans

Perform financial reconciliation of cash drawers and may assist in the daily, overall reconciliation of the court's account

Act as an overall supervisor in the absence of the judicial clerk lead and judicial clerk supervisor

Act as bailiff in court, if necessary, maintaining order and decorum during courtroom proceedings

Working Conditions

Work primarily occurs in an office setting

Hybrid and alternative work schedules options are available after training period based on business needs

This position may include exposure to traumatic subject matter

Must demonstrate professionalism and composure when engaging with individuals who may be emotional, distressed, or confrontational as a result of court-related matters

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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