Temporary Judicial Clerk

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About the Position

As a Temporary Judicial Clerk at the Video Appearance Center assigned to the Intake, Transfer & Release Facility, you will work directly with in-custody inmates and primarily serve as a bailiff. This position requires a strong commitment to professionalism, accuracy, and safety within a secure environment.

The role performs a wide variety of judicial, clerical, and administrative duties related to misdemeanor criminal cases, including case processing and customer service functions. You will play a key part in ensuring the efficient operation of courtroom and facility procedures while maintaining effective communication with judges, law enforcement, and other court personnel.

If you thrive in a structured environment, take pride in public service, and are ready to make a meaningful impact within the justice system, apply today.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 19.5 hours per week. The work schedule is Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a start time between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and an end time of approximately 1:00 p.m., depending on the day's caseload. Availability during these hours is required. This position is temporary, with an anticipated end date of June 19, 2026.

About Us

The Maricopa County Justice Court, Arizona, is one of the largest, most innovative, and progressive Justice Courts in the nation. There are 26 Justice Courts in Maricopa County, which provide professional judicial services to court users so they can obtain timely and economical justice within their community. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, employee training, professional growth opportunities, and generous tuition reimbursement. We invite you to begin and advance your career with us as we continue on the path to provide exceptional and quality services to the citizens we serve.

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We Require

• Two years of clerical or administrative experience, including customer service, cash handling, and/or data entry

• High school diploma or GED

• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

Previous experience working as a Judicial Clerk in a court environment

Job Contributions

• Acts as a bailiff in court proceedings

• Performs complex file management functions, including creating, tracking, and maintaining case files, matching documents, and researching record requests.

• Coordinates and directs courtroom preparation with prosecutors, defense counsel, Sheriff's Department Officers, interpreters, and others as appropriate.

• Engages in significant telephonic and direct public contact, responding to and answering complex inquiries from the public and other agencies regarding court cases.

• Summarizes and prepares court proceedings in minute entry form; reads and interprets complex minute entries; and prepares and processes formal orders, documents, subpoenas, and summons at the direction of the Judge.

• Issues court-related documents, marks, and maintains exhibits, administers oaths, and certifies documents.

• Coordinates the court calendar, schedules hearings and conferences, and ensures cases are processed according to all relevant time and processing standards.

• Opens and distributes mail, performs data entry into iCIS, and prepares and designs management information reports.

Working Conditions

• Work primarily occurs in an office setting

• This position may include exposure to traumatic subject matter

• This position involves regular contact with individuals in custody, some of whom may exhibit mental health challenges or unpredictable behavior; employees must maintain composure, adhere to safety protocols, and exercise sound judgment at all times.

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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