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Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol)

Court Technician I / II - Juvenile Court (1225)

Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol), Flagstaff, Arizona, United States, 86004

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Court Technician I / II - Juvenile Court (1225) Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol)

Nature of Work Under supervision performs legal work of moderate difficulty recording and documenting court proceedings for hearings of various complexity and duration, processes, and distributes court documents and legal papers; interacts with judicial officials, attorneys, court staff, criminal justice officials, and parties in all types of actions; performs related work as assigned.

Hiring Salary Ranges COURT TECHNICIAN I: $45,560.00 - $47,838.00

COURT TECHNICIAN II: $49,116.00 - $51,571.80

Typical Duties Court Technician I

Attends court hearings of various complexity and duration, including but not limited to arraignments, default dissolutions, probate annual accounting, and others as assigned

Determines, summarizes, and records the points and decisions reached in the course of the proceeding

Extracts the information collected in the courtroom and prepares a cohesive, understandable Minute Entry

Accesses, inputs, and maintains data in automated case management system

Provides a monthly recap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attended

Interprets, explains, and applies specific statutes, code regulations and procedures

Impanels grand jury and trial juries

Takes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictation

Processes and distributes official records of formal orders, and other official and legal documents at the direction of the Judge

Maintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled time

Updates Court and judges' calendars based on Court orders and coordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial Assistants

Keeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judge's ruling within legally set time limitations

Marks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearings

Certifies documents

Reads information or indictment preceding criminal trials

Closes out criminal case files which includes reporting felony convictions

Issues bench warrants; prepares and maintains files

Performs other duties as assigned

Court Technician II

Attends all court hearings and determines, summarizes, and records the points and decision reached in the course of the proceedings

Prepares multiple documents to carry out the judgment of the court

Closes out criminal case files

Prepares and submits Motor Vehicle Department abstracts and DPS disposition reports using computer applications

Takes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictation, including orders from the court and stipulations and motions from counsel

Summarizes court proceedings in minute entry form

Creates, processes, and distributes official records of formal orders and other official and legal Documents at the direction of the Judge

Maintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled time

Impanels grand jury and trial juries

Keeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judge's ruling within legally set time limitations

Provides monthly re-cap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attended

Updates Court and judges' calendars based on Court orders

Coordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial Assistants

Marks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearings

Certifies documentsEnters and maintains data in automated case management systems

Reads information or indictment preceding criminal trials

Issues bench warrants

Prepares and maintains files

Assists in the training of court technicians

Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Functions Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting in court or at desk for shorthand, data entry, transcription and taking dictation; working with and around other court staff, clerk's staff, attorneys, defendants and the public; dealing with interruptions from co-workers, phones and unscheduled hearings; repetitive motion hand / wrist for data entry and transcription; vision acuity (near / far) for computer and courtroom work; Hearing for courtroom testimony, etc.; touch for shorthand, and computer work.

Minimum Qualifications Court Technician I

Two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR

Associate degree in a related field and two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Court Technician II

Three years of progressively responsible clerical work; including at least one year experience as a Court Technician I; OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications Court Technician I

Demonstrated working knowledge of Juvenile Delinquency and/or Juvenile Dependency processes.

Prior experience working in a court, legal, or justice system setting, such as juvenile court, clerk of court, legal office, prosecution, defense, or probation.

Proven ability to take, summarizing, and transcribing meeting minutes or legal proceedings.

Court Technician II

Two or more years courtroom tech/clerk experience.

Demonstrated working knowledge of Juvenile Delinquency and/or Juvenile Dependency processes.

Prior experience working in a court, legal, or justice system setting, such as juvenile court, clerk of court, legal office, prosecution, defense, or probation.

Experience taking, summarizing, and transcribing meeting minutes or legal proceedings.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to type 50 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment.

Must successfully pass background investigation, including fingerprint clearance.

May be assigned to an alternate work schedule which includes evenings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Court Technician I

Considerable Knowledge Of:

Use of modern office equipment; Taking and transcribing dictation.

Working Knowledge Of:

Arizona statutes and Rules of Procedure; Court and legal terminology and procedures; Modern office practices, procedures and equipment; Legal terminology and business English; Computer applications.

Ability To:

Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures; Maintain confidentiality of court matters; Perform complex paperwork processing and calendaring tasks with speed and accuracy in a courtroom environment; Meet deadlines and maintain work flow; Type accurately; Accurately maintain records and prepare reports; Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; Follow written and verbal instructions; Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Court Technician II

Considerable Knowledge Of:

Court and legal terminology and procedures; Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment; Procedures, guidelines, and statutory requirements that govern the duties of courtroom clerks.

Working Knowledge Of:

Legal terminology and business English; Arizona statutes and Rules of Procedure; Computer applications.

Skill In:

Use of modern office equipment; Taking and transcribing dictation.

Ability To:

Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures; Maintain confidentiality of court matters; Perform complex paperwork processing and calendaring tasks with speed and accuracy in a courtroom environment; Meet deadlines and maintain workflow; Type accurately; Accurately maintain records and prepare reports; Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; Follow written and verbal instructions; Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

Vacation/Annual Leave

Sick Leave

10 Holidays Per Year

Health Care Insurance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Group Life Insurance

Pre-Tax Deduction Plan

Sick Leave Conversion Plan

Personal Day Purchase Program

Vacation Sell Back Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Program

Long-Term Disability

Arizona State Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

On-going Training Opportunities

Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision

Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Tax-deferred investment program

Accidental and Disability Insurance

Short Term Disability

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