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WJB-0700 Circuit Court Clerk Natrona County Circuit Court
Government Jobs, Casper, Wyoming, United States, 82601
Circuit Court Clerk
Natrona County Circuit Court
Casper
The Natrona County Circuit Court, located in Casper, Wyoming, seeks to hire a Clerk to prepare and process court documents, perform judicial procedures, and work with the court case management system. This position assists with the accounting and financial records of the court. The Court is seeking professional candidates possessing a combination of strong communication, planning, organizational, scheduling, clerical, and data entry skills. The Natrona County Circuit Court presides over misdemeanor, small claims, civil, forcible entry, and detainer cases, as well as issues protection orders. The Court is in Casper, Wyoming, which is home to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities, a vibrant downtown, and welcoming, friendly folks. Casper enjoys the cozy amenities of a traditional mountain town without having to worry about long lines, bumper-to-bumper traffic, or high prices. This is a mountain town for the wild at heart. Human Resources Contact: 307-777-7629 - Recruiter recruiter@courts.state.wy.us Essential functions of this position include the following: Customer Service
Provides customer service with a high volume of pro se litigants by providing general procedural information without giving legal advice either in person or on the phone. Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with individuals in person, over the phone, or via email. Address and resolve issues and concerns raised by customers in a timely and effective manner. Case Management
Uses the case management system to track cases as follows: 1) Open cases
determine case type, cause of action, and assess and receipt filing fee if required. 2) Docket cases
review documents, determine appropriate event codes, enter data, scan documents, and link related scanned images. 3) Case dispositions
determine and enter closing events, disposition type, and judgment details. Processes, maintains, and distributes documents, files, and case materials such as bench warrants, petitions to revoke, subpoenas, and appeals. Prepares, proofreads, edits, and mails out documents such as notices and final orders. Schedules and tracks deadlines to move cases forward and meet procedural requirements. Bookkeeping
Collects fees, fines, bond money, garnishments, and restitution. Applies credits to appropriate cases and issues receipts. Balance the cash drawer by payment type and ensure accuracy in the case management system. May prepare end-of-day reports and balance daily receipts to reports. May prepare deposits and ensure that they are taken to the bank daily. May disburse monies according to established procedures. May assist in end-of-month procedures as requested. Courtroom Support
Calendars court dates and confirms court arrangements; notifies interested and concerned individuals regarding court proceedings. Takes understandable and legible notes of all court proceedings; operates automated court recording system and assures proceedings are recorded with minimal defects. Performs follow-up work after court sessions; distributes judicial orders; posts information generated during court sessions to case files; prepares and routes copies, certified, if necessary, and maintains payment schedules. May issue jury summons; maintain list and process payments to jurors; and send copies of questionnaires to appropriate counsel. Recordkeeping
Assists in the preparation of files for storage, drug court procedures, and any other duties assigned. Verifies the legitimacy of requests for access to court information, ensuring that confidential information is redacted from the public file. Prepares record checks by searching indexes and/or documents to obtain and verify information. Efficiently collects, opens, sorts, distributes, and/or sends postal mail, email, or other information. May be responsible for court correspondence. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Circuit Court Chief Clerk or Judge. Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who meet the requirements plus any of these preferred qualifications. Legal secretary experience. More than two years of administrative or executive assistant experience. Bookkeeping experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This position requires the ability to:
Professionally and courteously deal with people, including co-workers, other judges, and the public beyond giving and receiving instructions, including being adaptable to performing under varied stress levels. Consistently demonstrates analytical ability, administrative skills, ingenuity, and independent judgment. Attend work on a regular basis, including arriving at work on time. This position requires skills in the following:
Assessing, evaluating, prioritizing, and handling multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments. Establishing and maintaining effective work relations with co-workers and others having any interactions with the Circuit Court. Explaining court procedures and processes in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner. Operating a computer utilizing a variety of commonly used and specialized software applications. Operating usual office and courtroom equipment and technology. Preparing clear and comprehensive written and electronic court documents, correspondence, forms, and reports. This position involves knowledge of:
Circuit Court policies, processes, and procedures. Legal requirements for court operations and case processing. General office procedures: proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Proficient skills in typing, word processing, proofreading, and general filing. Applicable State and Federal rules, codes, and regulations. State and County policies and procedures. Legal terminology. Principles and protocols for managing official documents and records. Principles of file and records management. Minimum Qualifications: Education:
High school diploma or equivalent Experience:
At least 1 year of clerical experience. Necessary Special Requirements
Physical Demands: Use standard office equipment; Stand and/or walk for a period of time; Read printed materials and computer screens; Communicate in person or over the phone; Ability to attend work regularly, including arriving at work on time; Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required; and Occasional travel. Notes:
FLSA: Non-Exempt Employment is "at-will" and subject to a background check. The Natrona County Circuit Court is a State of Wyoming employer. In addition to an annual salary, employees of the Wyoming Judicial Branch receive a generous benefits package to include the State of Wyoming retirement pension plan and 457 Deferred Comp plan; an affordable health insurance package including health, dental, life, vision, disability insurance, ambulance coverage, and Employee Assistance Program; paid annual, sick, and holiday leave, and much more.
Natrona County Circuit Court
Casper
The Natrona County Circuit Court, located in Casper, Wyoming, seeks to hire a Clerk to prepare and process court documents, perform judicial procedures, and work with the court case management system. This position assists with the accounting and financial records of the court. The Court is seeking professional candidates possessing a combination of strong communication, planning, organizational, scheduling, clerical, and data entry skills. The Natrona County Circuit Court presides over misdemeanor, small claims, civil, forcible entry, and detainer cases, as well as issues protection orders. The Court is in Casper, Wyoming, which is home to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities, a vibrant downtown, and welcoming, friendly folks. Casper enjoys the cozy amenities of a traditional mountain town without having to worry about long lines, bumper-to-bumper traffic, or high prices. This is a mountain town for the wild at heart. Human Resources Contact: 307-777-7629 - Recruiter recruiter@courts.state.wy.us Essential functions of this position include the following: Customer Service
Provides customer service with a high volume of pro se litigants by providing general procedural information without giving legal advice either in person or on the phone. Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with individuals in person, over the phone, or via email. Address and resolve issues and concerns raised by customers in a timely and effective manner. Case Management
Uses the case management system to track cases as follows: 1) Open cases
determine case type, cause of action, and assess and receipt filing fee if required. 2) Docket cases
review documents, determine appropriate event codes, enter data, scan documents, and link related scanned images. 3) Case dispositions
determine and enter closing events, disposition type, and judgment details. Processes, maintains, and distributes documents, files, and case materials such as bench warrants, petitions to revoke, subpoenas, and appeals. Prepares, proofreads, edits, and mails out documents such as notices and final orders. Schedules and tracks deadlines to move cases forward and meet procedural requirements. Bookkeeping
Collects fees, fines, bond money, garnishments, and restitution. Applies credits to appropriate cases and issues receipts. Balance the cash drawer by payment type and ensure accuracy in the case management system. May prepare end-of-day reports and balance daily receipts to reports. May prepare deposits and ensure that they are taken to the bank daily. May disburse monies according to established procedures. May assist in end-of-month procedures as requested. Courtroom Support
Calendars court dates and confirms court arrangements; notifies interested and concerned individuals regarding court proceedings. Takes understandable and legible notes of all court proceedings; operates automated court recording system and assures proceedings are recorded with minimal defects. Performs follow-up work after court sessions; distributes judicial orders; posts information generated during court sessions to case files; prepares and routes copies, certified, if necessary, and maintains payment schedules. May issue jury summons; maintain list and process payments to jurors; and send copies of questionnaires to appropriate counsel. Recordkeeping
Assists in the preparation of files for storage, drug court procedures, and any other duties assigned. Verifies the legitimacy of requests for access to court information, ensuring that confidential information is redacted from the public file. Prepares record checks by searching indexes and/or documents to obtain and verify information. Efficiently collects, opens, sorts, distributes, and/or sends postal mail, email, or other information. May be responsible for court correspondence. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Circuit Court Chief Clerk or Judge. Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who meet the requirements plus any of these preferred qualifications. Legal secretary experience. More than two years of administrative or executive assistant experience. Bookkeeping experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This position requires the ability to:
Professionally and courteously deal with people, including co-workers, other judges, and the public beyond giving and receiving instructions, including being adaptable to performing under varied stress levels. Consistently demonstrates analytical ability, administrative skills, ingenuity, and independent judgment. Attend work on a regular basis, including arriving at work on time. This position requires skills in the following:
Assessing, evaluating, prioritizing, and handling multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments. Establishing and maintaining effective work relations with co-workers and others having any interactions with the Circuit Court. Explaining court procedures and processes in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner. Operating a computer utilizing a variety of commonly used and specialized software applications. Operating usual office and courtroom equipment and technology. Preparing clear and comprehensive written and electronic court documents, correspondence, forms, and reports. This position involves knowledge of:
Circuit Court policies, processes, and procedures. Legal requirements for court operations and case processing. General office procedures: proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Proficient skills in typing, word processing, proofreading, and general filing. Applicable State and Federal rules, codes, and regulations. State and County policies and procedures. Legal terminology. Principles and protocols for managing official documents and records. Principles of file and records management. Minimum Qualifications: Education:
High school diploma or equivalent Experience:
At least 1 year of clerical experience. Necessary Special Requirements
Physical Demands: Use standard office equipment; Stand and/or walk for a period of time; Read printed materials and computer screens; Communicate in person or over the phone; Ability to attend work regularly, including arriving at work on time; Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required; and Occasional travel. Notes:
FLSA: Non-Exempt Employment is "at-will" and subject to a background check. The Natrona County Circuit Court is a State of Wyoming employer. In addition to an annual salary, employees of the Wyoming Judicial Branch receive a generous benefits package to include the State of Wyoming retirement pension plan and 457 Deferred Comp plan; an affordable health insurance package including health, dental, life, vision, disability insurance, ambulance coverage, and Employee Assistance Program; paid annual, sick, and holiday leave, and much more.