Summary of Job Classification:
Performs skilled administrative, customer service, and technical support work related to court operations: Docket management, courtroom duties, case processing, managing the full life cycle of multiple case types within the Clerk of Court’s office. Works independently under general supervision and may guide newer staff.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on assignment. Functions assigned may be related to specific court room or clerk’s office responsibilities only or a combination of both.
Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. The work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.
Human Collaboration:
Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Interactions have limited impact.
Freedom to Act & Impact of Actions:
Employee normally perform assignments after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. The assignment is usually reviewed upon completion. Impact of actions are moderate
Knowledge & Skills:
Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of work processes. Incumbent can complete a broad range of work, sometimes complex, without frequent reference to others. Likely impact on organization is standard.
Fiscal Responsibility:
May be responsible for the billing, collection and/or accounting of funds. May be responsible for the handling and balancing of cash.
Education and Experience Equivalency:
High school diploma or G.E.D
Work Related Experience:
At least 1 year of experience as a Judicial Clerk I or Court Judicial Assistant for the Colorado Judicial Department.
OR
At least 1 year of relevant work experience in a position similar to the Judicial Clerk I position.
Licenses and Certifications:
None.
Physical Effort Requirements:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.
Work Environment:
Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
Work Location:
Office or similar indoor environment.
Exposures:
Individuals who are hostile or irate; individuals with known violent backgrounds.