Deputy Clerk III (Job 2990)

JOB TITLE:Deputy Clerk III

JOB #:

2990

OFFICE:

Supreme Court Clerk’s

HIRING SALARY$47,332 annualized ($22.76 hourly)

CLOSING DATE:All positions are open until filled.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM:This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

POSITION SUMMARY

The Arizona Supreme Court Clerk’s Office is looking for an organized, motivated, team-oriented individual with experience in appellate court case processing. As the highest state court, the Supreme Court has discretionary jurisdiction and processes approximately 1,100 cases annually. The Supreme Court Clerk’s office staff receives the majority of the filings via eFiling and completes case processing in an automated case management system. The work is detailed, and accuracy is critical.

Under the direction of the Court Operations Manager and the Clerk of the Court, this position’s responsibilities include processing appellate cases and court rules, receiving, processing and distributing documents and information regarding cases and agendas, assisting the court’s customers in person, by telephone, and email, preparing legal documents, maintaining the court’s records and other court-related functions. This position will also serve as a courtroom bailiff, which may be onsite or traveling with the Court. This position exercises a higher level of independent decision-making than a Deputy Clerk II.

After an initial period of at least three months in person, this position may offer the ability to work remotely up to two days per week, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer.

MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED, experience working in a court or other similar environment. This position also requires the ability to effectively organize, manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, proficiency in front-counter customer assistance skills such as receiving documents, conducting financial transactions, and responding appropriately to questions. Must have the ability to problem-solve, work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. In addition, this position must be able to effectively use various office technology such as scanners, web-based applications, and MS Office Suite products in performing work duties.

Travel level: negligible

SELECTION PROCESS:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include computer testing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proofreading, typing, etc.) and first and/or second round panel interviews. This is a Regular Full-time, non-exempt position.

BENEFITS

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Court offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

RETIREMENT:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer