District Court Clerk
King County
Auburn, WA
Full-time
Legal
Posted on September 14, 2019
- Summary
- King County District Court ProfileKCDC is the largest and most technologically-advanced Court of Limited Jurisdiction in the State of Washington. It currently processes approximately 200,000 matters per year with 25 elected judges and roughly 260 employees at 8 separate locations. The Court is a leader in many areas involving public safety and access to justice, including the use of problem-solving courts, jail-alternative programs, technology and judge-managed probation services. Twelve cities contract with King County for court services provided by KCDC.
A Competitive District Court Clerk CandidateKing County District Court is seeking Court Clerks who are active learners, adaptive, reliable, and action-oriented to establish a competitive pool of candidates for current and future Court Clerk positions throughout King County District Court. Court Clerks perform technical work and provide clerical support for the operations of the court and work under the direction of the local courthouse management.
Court Clerks must provide outstanding customer service during stressful situations, have impeccable attention to detail, thrive in a team environment with superb problem-solving skills, and be comfortable interacting with Judges, attorneys and executive-level management on a daily basis. We need Court Clerks to be committed to continuous learning, open to change with a positive attitude, and be able to succeed in a fast-paced and a culturally-diverse environment. Candidates with fluency in one or more of the following languages are encouraged to apply: Amharic, American Sign Language, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Samoan, Somali, Spanish or Vietnamese.
Scope of Responsibility of a District Court ClerkCourt Clerks are expected to learn all functions of the position, which include but are not limited to: accurate filing of criminal, civil, traffic, small claims, domestic violence, name changes, and anti-harassment matters; providing excellent customer service; managing and correctly recording courtroom proceedings; correctly completing accounting and data-entry duties; learning and applying legal terminology; preparing documents and following procedures in addition to general clerical competencies; maintaining electronic court files; and preparing warrants, subpoenas, and calendars.
Special requirements: US Citizenship is required.
Selection Process: Application and supplemental information review, phone screen, in-person testing and panel interview.
Work schedule: Regular or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions working a 40-hour work week.
Work locations: Seattle, Call Center (Seattle), Payment Center (Seattle), Shoreline, Redmond, Bellevue, Issaquah, Burien, MRJC (Kent), and Auburn.
A contingent offer is based upon the results of a criminal background investigation and fingerprinting.
King County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please call Travis McKinnon at 206-263-1239, or TJMcKinnon@kingcounty.gov.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Please indicate which court locations you are willing to work at:
- Seattle Courthouse
- Call Center (Seattle Courthouse)
- Payment Center (Seattle Courthouse)
- Shoreline
- Burien
- Kent Regional Justice Center (MRJC)
- Auburn
- Issaquah
- Redmond
- Bellevue
02I am fluent in one or more of the following languages:- None
- Signing
- Spanish
- Russian
- Vietnamese
- Korean
- Chinese
- Somali
- Samoan
- Amharic
- Punjabi
- Farsi
03Why do you want to be a Court Clerk for King County District Court?04What makes you a competitive candidate?05How do you work and thrive in a culturally-diverse work environment with many different personalities and backgrounds?06Is there anything else you'd like the Court to know that you have not been able to express in the application process?Required Question