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State of South Dakota · 1 day ago

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I

Deadwood, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20.22/hr - $20.22/hr

1+ years exp

The State of South Dakota's Unified Judicial System is dedicated to providing a fair and accessible court system. The Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I position involves assisting with case management, providing customer service, and supporting courtroom proceedings.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines

Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures

Providing customer service in many different ways to many different people by providing information about the court's protocols and procedures to make sure they receive correct information

Providing assistance in courtrooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in-court exhibits; empaneling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate processes of the court

Performing clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist the circuit court in disposing of civil actions and to provide direct court contact for average citizens

Performing other work as assigned

Qualification

Court processesLegal terminologyGeneral office practicesCustomer serviceComputer proficiencyTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Requires a high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience

MUST BE A CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES

RESIDENT OF THE STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA

A VOTING RESIDENT WITHIN THE CIRCUIT. (SD CONST. ART. V, SECTION 6)

Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment

Knowledge of court processes and procedures

Knowledge of legal terminology

Knowledge of general office and bookkeeping practices

Skill in time management

Skill in organization

Skill in customer service

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to learn on the job using written manuals and learn from context