Summary
This position is responsible for providing entry-level judicial and legal support to effectively carry out the Surprise City Court's mission. The Court Clerk will perform clerical and technical duties that include, but are not limited to; data entry, file preparation, and reporting accurate case file information to the public and government agencies for misdemeanors, civil traffic, parking violations, city ordinances, and other civil matters in compliance with legal requirements and procedures.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and one year of general clerical or customer service experience. Experience in a court or legal field desired. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
- Criminal Background Screening
- Education & Experience Verification
- E-Verify
- Fingerprinting
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The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.
The City of Surprise offers a broad range of inclusive employee benefits to help employees in their work and personal lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides our employees with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance for our diverse workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, retirement, and a variety of work/life programs, including generous paid time off and twelve holidays. For additional benefit information, please Click Here
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I understand all criminal convictions (felonies and/or misdemeanors including DUIs) that occurred as an adult (age 18 or older) must be disclosed when answering Question 7 and disclosed in full detail in Question 8 in the Agency-Wide Questions section of this application. I also understand my failure to disclose a conviction as outlined in Question 8 may be grounds for elimination of further consideration and/or a job offer to be rescinded.
- I acknowledge the above statement.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Are you currently employed by the City of Surprise?
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Select the option that applies to your highest level of education completed:
- Master's Degree, or higher
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High School diploma or G.E.D. awarded
- None of the above
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How many years of general clerical or customer service experience do you possess?
- 5 years or more
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- Less than 1 year
- None of the above
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Do you possess experience in a court or legal field?
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Describe the nature of your responsibilities in previous general clerical or customer service roles that you have held. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.
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Describe your experience with legal terminology and procedures. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.
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Please provide an overview of your experience working in legal environments, including any roles you’ve held as a court clerk or other related positions. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.
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Describe in detail the types of court proceedings you have experience with, such as civil, criminal, orders of protection, or misdemeanor. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.
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Have you worked with specialized legal software or case management systems in previous positions? If so, please elaborate on your experience. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.
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Describe any additional training or certifications you have obtained related to your work in the legal field. If you have not obtained additional related training or certifications, please write N/A.
