Court Clerk I

Court Clerk I

Summary Clallam County District Court is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional to join our team in a key support role. This position plays a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of official court records. You will be responsible for documenting and preparing written records of court proceedings, producing precise minutes, and safeguarding exhibits to maintain a clear and reliable case history. Additional duties include administering oaths, reading verdicts, and operating audio and video equipment to support the smooth flow of hearings. This role offers the opportunity to be at the center of courtroom operations, working closely with judges, attorneys, and the public in a fast-paced legal setting. Strong organizational skills, discretion, and professionalism are essential for success.

Typical Duties Produce accurate, detailed minutes for all court proceedings; Identify, number and keep all court exhibits safe; Prepare and/or process documents and orders for signing, filing and including in court files; Perform specific audio and video functions; Follow courtroom procedures and instructions to maintain a smooth and routine court; Take custody of and store guns, knives, narcotics, cash, jewelry, clothing and other materials used as evidence; Handle multiple-step transactions such as receiving and/or issuing receipts, forms, cash and documents.

Education, Training, & Experience Requires knowledge of the field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by examples in the above job description

Education/Training High school diploma or general education degree (GED); to perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer knowledge and ability.

Experience - Court Clerk I Minimum of three years of secretarial or advanced clerical work experience preferred

Experience - Court Clerk II Minimum of five years of secretarial or advanced clerical work experience preferred; Prior experience as Court Clerk I and/or Court training preferred; to perform this job successfully, an individual should have a great deal of computer knowledge and ability.

Court Clerk I Pay Range The compensation for this position ranges from $22.40 Starting Wage to $27.30 Top Wage per hour. This salary structure is based on the County’s 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.

Court Clerk II Pay Range The compensation for this position ranges from $24.73 Starting Wage to $30.13 Top Wage per hour. This salary structure is based on the County’s 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.

Benefits

• County Paid

Benefits include:

• Medical - Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield

• Dental - Delta Dental of Washington

• Vision - Northwest Benefit Network

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• HRA Veba (select positions)

• Life and disability insurance (select positions)

• Wellness Benefit Program

• Infant at Work Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Transportation Program/Transit Pass

• Training and Career Development Program

• Retirement

• Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

• Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.

• Deferred Compensation

• Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings Program

• Deferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings Program

• Vacation

• Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• New Year’s Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents' Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veteran's Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• day following Thanksgiving

• Christmas Day

• 4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)

• Employment Vacation Donation Program

• Vacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):

• 0-48 months = 8 hours per month

• 49-108 months = 10 hours per month

• 109-168 months = 12 hours per month

• 169-204 months = 14 hours per month

• Over 204 months = 16.67 hours per month

• Sick Leave

• Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.

• Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.

• Note: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy.