What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk I - first review of applications will be 10/7/2025 position at Ak-Chin Indian Community?
Under general supervision of the Court Administrator, performs a variety of clerical support activities to facilitate, effective operations of the Ak-Chin Indian Community Courts.
High school diploma or GED required. Experience equivalent to one-year full time general office or legal clerical work and any combination of education, training or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the Deputy Clerk I. Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License and be able to meet the Community's insurance carrier requirements. Must successfully complete a background check.
- Enters and maintains data in automated case management system.
- Notarizes documents, record orders, and compiles statistics.
- Reviews legal documents and court files for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviews files for appropriate documents and/or forms.
- Establishes court calendars to ensure optimum uses of court time.
- Finalizes/assists drafting of Judge's orders.
- Maintains docket for hearings.
- Performs a variety of clerical support activities for the judges.
- Records Court proceedings, controls exhibits marked for identification or for admission as evidence.
- Processes citations, schedules court appearances, and actions.
- Notes requests and motions from defendants, their representative(s) and/or the prosecutor.
- Accepts payments of fines, bonds, and child support.
- Totals daily incoming funds.
- Updates and maintains computerized records of case proceedings, dispositions, actions and payments.
- Assist the Court Administrator and the Deputy Court Clerk II as assigned.
- Performs other job related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of general Ak-Chin Indian Community criminal and civil court system policies, procedures, and operations.
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles and practices.
- Knowledge of the required contents, information and documents in case files and records.
- Knowledge of legal terminology, statues and court procedures.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with other criminal justice/law enforcement departments/personnel, community members, other tribal organizations.
- Skill in operating a variety of office equipment, include telephones, copier, typewriters, calculators, and personal computers.
- Skill in using computerized database, spreadsheet , and word processing applications.
- Skill in understanding and following complex instructions, guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to research and verify information.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Salary : $15 - $20
