Court Clerk I or II

Salary: $22.98 - $28.00 Hourly
Location : Clallam County Courthouse, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-16
Department: District Court I
Opening Date: 01/29/2025
Closing Date: 4/21/:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamster
Grant Funded: No

Summary

Are you looking for a career that combines administrative precision with meaningful impact on the judicial system? Do you thrive in roles that demand organization, attention to detail, and effective communication? Clallam County is seeking a District Court Court Clerk I or II (DOQ) to join its team.
Description
As a District Court Clerk, you will play a vital role in the efficient functioning of the judicial system by providing administrative support to judges, attorneys, and other court personnel. This role encompasses the meticulous creation and organization of written documentation detailing the proceedings and judgments of Clallam County District Court I. Responsibilities include managing calendars, conducting research on court files and records, processing legal documents and orders, generating meeting minutes, maintaining witness records, and utilizing various automated systems for audio, video, and other functions. Additionally, this position involves serving as a liaison between court jurisdictions, diverse departments, and public/private agencies. If you are committed to upholding the integrity of the legal process and ensuring the smooth functioning of the court, we invite you to apply for this position.

Education/Training
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); to perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer knowledge and ability.

Experience - Court Clerk l
Minimum of three years of secretarial or advanced clerical work experience preferred

Experience - Court Clerk ll
Minimum of five years of secretarial or advanced clerical work experience preferred; Prior experience as Court Clerk I and/or Court training preferred; to perform this job successfully, an individual should have a great deal of computer knowledge and ability.

Court Clerk l Pay RangeThe compensation for this position ranges from $20.82 (Starting Wage) to $25.37 (Top Wage) per hour. This salary structure is based on the County's 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.

Court Clerk ll Pay RangeThe compensation for this position ranges from $22.98 (Starting Wage) to $28.00 (Top Wage) per hour. This salary structure is based on the County's 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.

For a complete copy of the Court Clerk l Job Description - click HERE
For a complete copy of the Court Clerk ll Job Description - click HERE
At Clallam County, we strive to take care of our team. Our employees are the greatest asset of Clallam County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:

• Medical -
• Dental -
• Vision -
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• HRA Veba (select positions)
• Life and disability insurance (select positions)
• Wellness Benefit Program
• Infant at Work Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Transportation Program/Transit Pass
• Training and Career Development Program

Retirement:

• Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.
• Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.

Deferred Compensation:

• Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings Program
• Deferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings Program

Vacation:

Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Presidents' Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • day following Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day
• 4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)
• Employment Vacation Donation Program
• Vacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):
  • 0-48 months = 8 hours per month
  • 49-108 months = 10 hours per month
  • 109-168 months = 12 hours per month
  • 169-204 months = 14 hours per month
  • Over 204 months = 16.67 hours per month

Sick Leave:

• Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.

Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Please contact Human Resources at if further clarification is needed.