What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Clerk position at City of Lafayette Colorado?
About the City
Lafayette has an inescapable small-town feeling that provides a sense of belonging and connection. Whether it’s eclectic Old Town, distinctive neighborhoods, or unique arts and outdoors spaces, the City has a warmth and character all its own, offering a unique vibe and spirit. Lafayette has appeared on numerous national lists of top places to live and safely raise a family.
We are a full-service City, which means services are provided directly to our community such as Police, Fire, Public Works, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Library and Community Arts Center. These types of services offer employment opportunities for a wide array of interests. The City’s mission is to recruit, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce that reflects the unique personality of the community we serve.
Exceptional City Provided Benefits:
Please submit a resume with your application. Submitting a cover letter is encouraged.
Candidates with Spanish language skills encouraged to apply.
Working at the Lafayette Municipal Court offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community every day. As part of a small, supportive team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of court operations -- from assisting the public to maintaining accurate legal records and supporting courtroom proceedings. The Court provides a collaborative environment where clerks are cross-trained, trusted with important responsibilities, and encouraged to develop their legal knowledge and administrative skills. If you value public service, enjoy detailed and varied work, and thrive in a setting where your contributions directly support fairness, access to justice, and excellent customer service, this is a rewarding place to grow your career.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of general clerical experience, preferably in courts or records management, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Public Interaction & Customer Service:
Lafayette has an inescapable small-town feeling that provides a sense of belonging and connection. Whether it’s eclectic Old Town, distinctive neighborhoods, or unique arts and outdoors spaces, the City has a warmth and character all its own, offering a unique vibe and spirit. Lafayette has appeared on numerous national lists of top places to live and safely raise a family.
We are a full-service City, which means services are provided directly to our community such as Police, Fire, Public Works, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Library and Community Arts Center. These types of services offer employment opportunities for a wide array of interests. The City’s mission is to recruit, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce that reflects the unique personality of the community we serve.
Exceptional City Provided Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401A Retirement Plan (10.2% City, 8% Employee, immediately 100% vested upon hire)
- Life Insurance (One year’s salary up to $150,000. AD&D coverage in equal amount)
- Tuition Assistance (up to $5000 per year for approved expenses)
- Employee Assistance Program (free counseling, travel assistance, legal aid, etc)
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Bilingual Pay
- Deferred Compensation and Roth Options
- Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
- Identity Theft Program
- Recreation Center Pass
- Wellness Punch Card (100 punches per year to use at golf course, waterpark, etc)
- First year employees will accrue 80 hours Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Floating Holiday Leave
- 11.5 paid City holidays.
- Other leave programs are offered to include FMLA, Parental and Bereavement Leave
Please submit a resume with your application. Submitting a cover letter is encouraged.
Candidates with Spanish language skills encouraged to apply.
Working at the Lafayette Municipal Court offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community every day. As part of a small, supportive team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of court operations -- from assisting the public to maintaining accurate legal records and supporting courtroom proceedings. The Court provides a collaborative environment where clerks are cross-trained, trusted with important responsibilities, and encouraged to develop their legal knowledge and administrative skills. If you value public service, enjoy detailed and varied work, and thrive in a setting where your contributions directly support fairness, access to justice, and excellent customer service, this is a rewarding place to grow your career.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a high-volume environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn specialized court and case management systems.
- Ability to interpret and follow established procedures and legal processes.
- Strong teamwork skills and willingness to assist across various court functions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Typing speed and 10-key with accuracy sufficient to perform assigned tasks.
EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of general clerical experience, preferably in courts or records management, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a court or legal environment.
- Experience working with the Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) and OpenFox.
Public Interaction & Customer Service:
- Communicate court policies and procedures to the public via phone, email, and in person.
- Assist defendants, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, interpreters, and other court participants with check ins and case related questions.
- Handle sensitive or difficult situations with professionalism and tact.
- Maintain confidentiality where required by law or policy.
- Serve as courtroom clerk during court sessions.
- Manage check ins and coordinate flow of individuals entering the courtroom.
- Assist with paperwork, forms, and scheduling of return dates as directed.
- Enter data related to pleadings, dispositions, community service, sentencing requirements, and other case components.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain court files in accordance with established procedures.
- Prepare appeals to District court following statutory guidelines.
- Enter warrants and process arrest notifications.
- Track completion of community service, classes, and other sentencing requirements.
- Process citations, subpoenas, motions, and other court documents.
- Maintain accurate and timely records following court procedures and retention standards.
- Conduct CCIC searches and data entry when required.
- Perform cashiering duties including accepting fine and fee payments.
- Balance daily cash receipts and maintain accurate financial records.
- Process and manage bonds received by the Court.
- Ability to pass a thorough background investigation.
- Incumbent must pass CJIS Security and Privacy Training within 1-3 days of employment and before accessing the court system and must obtain CCIC OSN certification within 6 months after employment begins.
Salary : $5,000 - $150,000