POSITION TITLE: Deputy Clerk II
SALARY RANGE : $39,324, not negotiable
The essential function of the position is to perform detailed clerical tasks for the Office of the Clerk of Court in the processing of appellate case files. The position works under the supervision of the Clerk of the Court and the Chief Deputy Clerk. On a routine basis, Deputy Clerk II works professionally with the public, other Clerk's Office personnel, judges, attorneys, and other court employees. All deputy clerks work alongside each other in a collaborative environment in the office at 811 East Main Street in Lakeland, Florida, which is open to the public 8am-5pm Monday through Friday.
Job Description:
The position is responsible for accepting, scanning, and docketing court filings as necessary. Processing incoming and outgoing mail, as well as answering phones and handling inquiries and requests made in person also comprise a portion of the duties of the position. Collecting, classifying, and formatting data and information are additional functions of the Deputy Clerk. Other duties will be assigned including creating new appeals and cases in the electronic case management system, issuing court orders, opinions, and mandates; and preparing, maintaining, and distributing oral argument and conference calendars. The position works under general supervision according to procedure, although independent thought and reasoning are required. Organization skills are required as the position demands effective prioritization of assigned tasks. Cross training on the duties of other positions is required so that the qualified applicant can perform all essential duties assigned to him or her.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
The Deputy Clerk must have the ability to communicate effectively via the written and spoken word. Computer skills are required as the Office of the Clerk of Court is computerized, and all communications are conducted electronically. The competitive candidate will be detail-oriented, task oriented, self-organized, have excellent inter-personal skills, and possess the ability to work independently. The competitive candidate will also have at least intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook; have at least basic proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe Acrobat. The Deputy Clerk is expected to be in the office 40 hours per week. The position requires light physical labor including bending and lifting.
Education and Training Guidelines:
The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree in paralegal studies, office administration, or a similar field, and three years of relevant work experience. Additional years of experience in a legal office, court, or similar environment may be substituted for an associate’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Note: The successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit, resume, and completed State of Florida application in one PDF by email, to:
Cassandra West, HR
[email protected]
For more information on the benefits available to State of Florida Employees visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
A comprehensive selection of State of Florida Employee benefits including membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized health insurance plan, optional enrollment in life, dental, and disability insurance plans, and paid $25,000 term life insurance.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.
We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
If you need accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call 863-940-6041 at least seven (7) days in advance.
Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,324.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
