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Clark County, NV DISTRICT/FAMILY COURTROOM CLERK I/II in Las Vegas, Nevada
DISTRICT/FAMILY COURTROOM CLERK I/II
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DISTRICT/FAMILY COURTROOM CLERK I/II
Salary
$22.34 - $37.36 Hourly
Location
Clark County - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type
PERMANENT
Job Number
27792
Department
District Court
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/16/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants
300
Description
Benefits
Questions
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the District/Family Courtroom Clerk I/II position. This position e nsures that all case files, documentation, and participants are organized and available for efficient and effective District and Family courtroom operations; acts as the liaison between the court and proceeding participants, maintains audio, video, and manual records of court proceedings and follow up as required.
District/Family Courtroom Clerk I - is the entry-level class in the technical court support class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform the more routine duties while learning District Court policies and procedures. As experience is gained, duties become more diversified are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with District/Family Courtroom Clerk II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.
District/Family Courtroom Clerk II - is an experienced court office support class, familiar with terminology, procedures and documents found in the District and Family court systems. Responsibilities include frequent contact with court officials, attorneys and the public and the interpretation and application of rules and regulations in situations, which may require tact and judgment. This class is distinguished from other legal office support classes in that they center around court operations and activities, rather than the processing of legal documents. It is further distinguished from District/Family Courtroom Clerk Supervisor in that the latter is the first full supervisory level in this class series.
The District/Family Courtroom Clerk I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to District/Family Courtroom Clerk II .
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment.
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
District/Family Courtroom Clerk I - District/Family Courtroom Clerk I - Equivalent to graduation from high school, AND two (2) years of full-time clerical or office support experience, one year of which is in a legal or court setting. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
NOTE: Must type at a net rate of 50 words per minute. Must have a verifiable certification in shorthand/speedwriting and be able to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately. If not certified at time of hire, must agree to become certified in typing at a net rate of 50 words per minute and in shorthand/speedwriting and be able to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately within twelve (12) months from the date of hire.
District/Family Courtroom Clerk II - In addition to the above: One (1) year of full-time experience in recording actions and assisting courtroom activities in a District, Family, or similar court setting. Must be able to independently perform the functions required of a District/Family Courtroom Clerk.
NOTE: Must have a verifiable typing certification documenting a minimum typing proficiency of 50 net words per minute and a verifiable certification in shorthand/speedwriting documenting the ability to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately. Typing certification and Shorthand/speedwriting certification required at the time of application for employment consideration as a D/F Courtroom Clerk II.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Working Conditions: Work with exposure to potentially difficult or dangerous individuals. Work with exposure to potentially hazardous evidence materials. Work extended shifts or be called back in unusual situations.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Prepares and distributes court calendars; ensures that all files, documents, evidence and other materials are available and organized prior to the beginning of court session. Ensures that court officials and all participants are made aware of the case under consideration. Attends court, administers oaths, swears in juries and others, maintains audio, video and manual records of actions taken and prepares minute orders which summarize proceedings and actions. Reviews orders and other legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with the Court's order and/or proceedings; maintains a tracking system of these documents. Maintains chain of evidence and ensures security of all property, files and documents; marks exhibits as required. Sets cases for hearing, being cognizant of participant schedules, bind over regulations and other required deadlines; maintains current records on case status. Responds to inquiries and provides factual information regarding court proceedings to attorneys, court and law enforcement officials, County staff and the public. Maintains liaison with attorneys; assigns appointments and ensures that attorneys have been notified. Composes a variety of correspondence and other written materials from instructions or brief notes; types or word processes a variety of materials. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. May direct the work of and instruct others in court procedures. Maintains accurate records and files; may prepare periodic or special reports related to work performed. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift files weighing up to 30 pounds, strength to push/pull carts weighing up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
More Money in Your Pocket
100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
No Social Security Deduction
No State Income Taxes
Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
Medical (https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/risk_management/employee_and_retiree_health_benefits.php#outer-2778) - Employer pays 90% of premium
Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance – Employer Paid
AD&D – Employer Paid
Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
Generous Leave Accruals that include:
13 Paid Holidays including a Floating Birthday Holiday
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Holiday Leave
Other leave options
Catastrophic Leave
Parental Leave – Up to 90 days
Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Fitness Center – $12/month
*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
01
The following questions 1-4 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or GED
Some College (1-29 semester credits)
Some College (30-59 semester credits)
Some College (60-89 semester credits)
Some College (90-120+ semester credits)
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
None of the above
02
Please indicate the major of your degree or courses you have completed.
Political Science
Criminal Justice
Public Administration
Legal Studies
Other Legal Courses
Not Applicable
03
Indicate your full-time professional experience providing general clerical or office support.
No Experience
Less than 12 months
12 to 23 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
04
Indicate your full-time professional experience providing clerical or office support in a LEGAL or COURT setting.
No experience
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
2 to 3 years
3 to 4 years
4 to 5 years
More than 5 years
05
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in Question 4. Type N/A if you have no related experience. Use Template Below.
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
Job Duties:
06
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "education" and "work history" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
07
Indicate your full-time professional experience working in a legal setting; attending court, administering oaths, swearing in juries, taking minutes by shorthand or speed writing, transcribing and preparing minutes, generating and processing reports, etc.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
08
Indicate your full-time professional experience organizing and compiling data and documents, general record keeping and processing (court calendars, legal documents, files, chain of evidence), security of files, documents, and evidence in a court or legal setting.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
09
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 7-8. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
Job Duties:
10
Indicate your full-time professional experience responding to inquiries and providing factual information to attorneys, court and law enforcement officials, and the public regarding court proceedings.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
11
Indicate your full-time professional experience dealing with court and law enforcement officials, attorneys, court participants, and the general public.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
12
Please list the employer(s) on your application and specific job duties where your experience was obtained in question(s) 10-11. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See template below.
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
Job Duties:
13
Indicate your full-time professional experience operating personal computers and/or court-related software systems to perform office tasks.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
14
Indicate your full-time professional experience with document imaging and scanning, electronic filing, creating digital forms and reports, and/or working in a "paperless" office environment.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
15
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 13-14. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
Job Duties
16
Indicate your full-time professional experience working in a confidential environment or with confidential material or information.
No Experience
Less than 24 months
24 to 35 months
36 to 47 months
More than 48 months
17
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 16. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
Required Question
Agency
Clark County
Address
500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791
Phone
(702)455-4565
Website
http://www.clarkcountynv.gov
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