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City of Missoula, MT Court Clerk in Missoula, Montana
Court Clerk
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Court Clerk
Salary
$20.12 - $22.11 Hourly
Location
Missoula, Montana
Job Type
Regular, Full-Time
Job Number
00424
Department
Municipal Court
Opening Date
09/09/2024
Description
Benefits
Overview
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to grow your career with the City of Missoula? The Missoula Municipal Court is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Court Clerk. In this role, you will perform a variety of administrative tasks and provide essential support to ensure the smooth operation of the Municipal Court.
Details: Priority s creening will begin on Friday, September 20, 2024. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications received after this date will not be reviewed unless the initial pool is considered inadequate.
To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula Application.P lease ensure that all details are entered on the application form.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
** The posted wage range is the starting wage range only. The full range for the position is $20.12 - $23.44/hour and will increase each year for longevity and cost of living adjustments.
Essential Functions
Provide case-related information to the Judges, departmental staff, the public and outside agencies, as needed.
Perform data entry of statutes, ordinances, and sentencing information into proprietary software and web-based applications.
Conduct complete and legally accurate records searches.
Prepare temporary and permanent orders of protection.
Ensure quality assurance of court documents, processes, and database updates.
Process and record payments of fines and witness fees.
Maintain accurate records of court proceedings, court appearances, schedules, outstanding warrants, summonses, subpoenas, etc.
Assist with various administrative office duties, including phone calls, filing court documents, and maintaining office supplies and equipment.
Provide support to the public, responding to court related inquires, including schedules and timing of court appearances.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices, including record keeping, maintaining schedules, document filing, data entry, etc.
Skill in payment handling procedures for cash, credit cards and checks.
Skill in multitasking in a fast-paced environment, while providing effective customer service.
Skill in professionally and sensitively serving distressed citizens.
Skill in utilizing various computer software and databases, including Microsoft 365, and the ability to learn job-specific applications and equipment.
Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
Ability to learn various job-specific standards and guidelines including court and criminal justice operations, case management, court related documents and proceedings, laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling the confidential and sensitive criminal justice information.
Ability to learn City and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
Qualifications and Additional Application Materials
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to two (2) years of administrative support experience or another relevant field.
Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
The City of Missoula will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:
Market-Competitive Salary
Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities
$0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage
$10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy
Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident
Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan (http://mpera.mt.gov/) with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program
Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Look here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Additional benefits package information is available here (https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/53956/Benefits-at-a-Glance?bidId=) .
Agency
City of Missoula
Address
435 Ryman Street
Human Resources
Missoula, Montana, 59802
Phone
406-552-6130
Website
https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/
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