Court Operations Clerk I

Job title: Court Operations Clerk I

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Job description: SummaryCOURT OPERATIONS CLERK I
EXAMINATION No. 18-008This job opportunity is open to the general public.San Diego Superior Court is seeking additional qualified candidates for the position of Court Operations Clerk I. Eligible candidates on the existing list do NOT need to reapply in order to remain in consideration.Superior Court locations include the Central Division in San Diego, North County Division in Vista, East County Division in El Cajon, and South County Division in Chula Vista.This position’s expected starting hourly rate is $19.84.JOB SUMMARYThis is an entry level classification in the Superior Court legal clerical series. Incumbents in this class perform a wide variety of basic legal clerical tasks. Typical duties include preparing, reviewing and processing court documents and forms; establishing and maintaining case files; utilizing automated case management tracking and filing systems; computing and collecting proper fines and fees; explaining procedural information; and providing courteous service to the general public and court staff.The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following:KNOWLEDGE OF:
Modern office methods, procedures, terms, and equipment; telephone usage and etiquette; official document formats; English grammar, spelling and basic arithmetic; alphabetic, numeric and chronological indexing of records and files; personal computers; word processing; principles of office and records management; and standard business computer programs.SKILL IN:
Typing/word processing at a rate of 35 net words per minute.ABILITY TO:
Codify and index official documents; read, interpret and understand legal documents; review documents quickly and accurately; verify authenticity of signatures; understand, explain and apply rules, regulations, statutes, and procedures; operate word processing equipment; use a computer terminal; use and maintain complex filing systems in accordance with law and standard office practices; maintain confidentiality; communicate clearly and effectively with tact and courtesy, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other court staff, and the general public; and assist people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds in various emotional states.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicants must have at least six (6) months of full-time clerical experience which included providing customer service in person or via telephone; OR completion of an office clerical or secretarial program from a technical or community college.Successful completion of an Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in public or business administration or a closely related field may substitute for the required experience.HOW TO APPLYInterested individuals must submit an online application. Please go to and click on the “Employment” link. At the Job Opportunities page, click on the position that you are interested in and then click on the “Apply” link.New users of the NEOGOV online application system will need to set up a user account. A step-by-step Online Employment Application Guide may be found by clicking on the “How to Apply” link in the Applicant Login page.FILING DEADLINEOnline applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time without notice. Paper application forms will not be accepted for this recruitment.EVALUATION AND SELECTIONAs vacancies are approved to be filled, candidates’ names and applications will be forwarded to department hiring managers for the interview and selection process.Placement on the Court Operations Clerk I eligible list does NOT guarantee that all candidates will be contacted by department hiring managers for interviews.The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an implied or expressed contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked at any time. The requirements stated represent only the minimum required to file an application. Meeting the listed requirements does not guarantee an applicant will qualify.CN2 – Court Non-ManagementHEALTH INSURANCE:
Cafeteria-style flexible benefits plan, which offers health, dental and vision coverage.LIFE INSURANCE:
A group rate life insurance program is available.RETIREMENT:
Participation in the County Employees Retirement System.VACATION:
New employees in this job class accrue vacation at an initial rate of 15 days per year; pro-rated if part-time.SICK LEAVE:
Employees in this job class accrue 13 days of sick leave per year; pro-rated if part-time.HOLIDAYS:
San Diego Superior Court currently observes 14 paid holidays per year, plus employee’s birthday; pro-rated if part-time.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
Deferred compensation (401a, 457b, 457 Roth); tuition reimbursement program; suggestion award program; minimal sick leave usage award; credit union services.01Briefly describe your previous work experience and indicate how has this experience has prepared you for this job? Include the following in your answer: name(s) of previous employer; dates of employment; types of documents processed; industry; type of customer service provided; typical duties.02Briefly describe your applicable educational qualifications, training and certifications and indicate how these have prepared you for this job. Include the following in your answer: name(s) of qualification, certification or training program; dates of study; successful completion/attainment of certification.03Describe your work experience with confidential or legal documents. In your answer, indicate where you gained the experience.04Describe your prior experience in customer service. Indicate where you gained the experience. Include a time when you have dealt with an upset customer. What did you do to defuse the situation?05Describe your experience with each of the following: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Indicate your level of experience with each specific software, including examples of how/when/where you have used them, and the frequency of use (please note, additional pre-employment testing on this software may be conducted during the recruitment process). If you do not have specific experience of one or more of these systems, please indicate.

Expected salary: $42910.4 – 54475.2 per year

Location: San Diego, CA

Job date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 22:47:19 GMT

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