Judicial Operations Clerk - Criminal Division (D5 112554)

Judicial Operations Clerk - Criminal Division

The 5th Judicial District has an immediate opening for a Judicial Operations Clerk in the Criminal Division of the Polk County Clerk of Court office in Des Moines, Iowa. To apply, candidates will need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

The starting salary for new State employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The hourly range for this position is $21.42 - $33.86/hour. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience. This is a contract-covered, FLSA non-exempt position. Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P.

What's in it for you:

• Collaborative, positive work environment
• Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
• Employee discount program

Under the supervision of the Clerk of Court, major duties include:

• Assist court users with resources, equipment, and services
• Assist the public, attorneys, and court employees with court related matters
• Perform routine court operations paper and electronic documentation tasks and filing in accordance with established procedures
• Ensure that all records management practices comply with organizational policies and legal regulations
• Review, process, update, and publish information, documents and other material for completeness and accuracy
• Other duties as assigned

The following skills and experience will enable you to succeed in this role:

• Customer service experience
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong computer knowledge
• Ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public
• Dedicated to advancing shared goals through meaningful public service
• Ability to secure confidential data and maintain confidentiality
• Detail-oriented

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise Minimum Qualification Requirements.

High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma). One (1) year of experience in customer service.