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Court Specialist IV - Criminal Front Counter - Criminal Services (Pay Progression!)

Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Description

Court Specialist IV - Criminal Front Counter (Pay Progression!)

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office is dedicated to assisting employees reach their professional goals through internal promotion and transfer opportunities. We appreciate your hard work and commitment to our office and look forward to seeing you grow your career!

If you are a team player with a passion for delivering outstanding service then we want you to join our Criminal Front Counter team in Criminal Operations!

As a member of the Criminal Front Counter, you will assist a wide-range of customers coming into the courthouse seeking assistance in relation to felony, misdemeanor, traffic violations and more! Some responsibilities in this role may include accepting payments, answering customer inquiries, reinstating driver’s licenses and setting court dates.

Apply now to join this dynamic team!

This position participates in a pay progression program that allows pay increases in phases for employees who are cross trained in all County and Circuit Criminal Front Counter duties. This position can earn up to an additional 10% increase, in 5% increments, to the hourly rate upon completion of cross-training. For more information on this pay progression plan Click Here.

Examples Of Essential Functions

  • Assists customers with questions in person, over the phone, and through email.
  • Interact with a wide range of customers, including: law enforcement, defense counsel, prosecutors, defendants, and probation officers.
  • Conduct criminal history checks by reviewing both current and archived records.
  • Receive and cashier payments for criminal fines and fees, services charges,criminal traffic and ordinance violations; reinstates driver's licenses.
  • Review applications requesting a finding of indigency and make the appropriate finding based upon federal poverty guidelines.
  • Scans and updates over-the-counter citations.
  • Sets court hearings.
  • Assist customers in setting up court ordered payment plans.
  • Provide payments to subpoenaed witnesses appearing for deposition or testimony before the court.
  • Receive and process pleadings filed over the counter by self-represented individuals or probation officers.
  • Review daily reports to ensure customers receive satisfactions of judgments and affidavits to reinstate driver’s license.

Typical Qualifications

High school diploma (or GED) supplemented by five (5) years of recent and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data preferably in an automated systems environment; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Some vocational or college courses preferred. Once qualified deputization may be required to perform the assigned functions.

Supplemental Information

As an internal applicant, you are eligible for preference during the recruitment process based on your current employment with the Clerk's office. Therefore, internal applicants will be awarded three (3) preference points without having to upload any supporting documentation e.g. performance reviews, formal recognition/ awards etc. We continue to encourage you to upload any documentation that you would like to accompany your application that promotes you as the ideal candidate for this position.

Also, be sure to update your resume so that it reflects your relevant skills for the position. We also recommend attaching a cover letter that expresses your interest in the specific opportunity that you are applying for. Information outlined above must be submitted by the closing date in order to be evaluated as part of your submission.

Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs.Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at careers@mypalmbeachclerk.com or 561 355 4172.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment.Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295, Section 09 (b) and (c), Veterans’ Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty and shall apply only to a veteran's first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the Clerk’s office supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. To claim preference, an applicant must complete and upload both the Veterans’ Preference Claim Form and required documentation prior to the position’s posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates’ non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments, which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans’ preference for a vacant position is not selected, they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans’ preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified, they must file their complaint with the DVA within60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County is an elected official. While the office is considered local government, the culture is similar to business operations in a private or public company. Our divisions are winning awards, solving problems, and improving the processes for our customers. For their service, the total compensation package for our employees includes a competitive salary with retirement benefits, comprehensive benefits package, training and more.

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