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Court Services Clerk II – Compliance
Are you calm under pressure, highly organized, and motivated by meaningful public service? Do you have the professionalism to work within the justice system while balancing empathy and accountability?
We’re seeking a Court Services Clerk II to join our Compliance team. In this critical role, you’ll support the judicial process by managing community service programs, monitoring probation compliance, overseeing collections and bond forfeitures, and serving as a key liaison between the court, agencies, attorneys, law enforcement, and the public.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
- Competitive Pay: $17.85 to $21.21 per hour depending on experience
- Amazing Benefits: Enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including health care for eligible employees and their dependents through our free medical clinic, offering primary care, medications, lab services, and more
- Generous Paid Time Off: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and eligibility for public student loan forgiveness.
What You'll Do:
- Maintain working relationships with agencies utilizing court-ordered community service labor.
- Enroll court-ordered community service participants and track attendance, compliance, and completion.
- Prepare noncompliance affidavits when court obligations are unmet.
- Monitor unsupervised probation terms and run status reports.
- Refer probation violations to the appropriate Prosecutor.
- Assist defendants enrolling in time payment programs.
- Audit cases referred to collections for non-payment.
- Monitor bond forfeitures to ensure statutory compliance.
- Perform daily cash balancing and audit tracking when handling funds.
- File-stamp, attach, and enter documents into the official Register of Action.
- Route and distribute legal documents to judges, court staff, counsel and involved parties.
- Create and maintain Community Service and Collections forms.
- Provide training to Float Clerks in related processes.
- Assist the public, law enforcement, attorneys, and outside courts.
- Provide accurate information while strictly avoiding legal advice.
- Maintain professionalism when interacting with individuals facing loss of freedom, finances, or property.
- Explore the full job description to see if this role is the right fit for you.
What We’re Looking For:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- At least 12 months of relevant work experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Strong knowledge of spelling, grammar, and legal terminology.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- The ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Emotional intelligence and resilience when working with high-risk or distressed individuals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sound judgment and strict confidentiality standards.
- Must attend Idaho Institute of Court Management (IICM) training and Idaho Supreme Court Distance Learning when available.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
You’ll be working in Kootenai County, one of the most picturesque places in northern Idaho! Nestled among scenic mountains and over 20 pristine lakes, our county is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Located in Coeur d'Alene, you’ll enjoy a low crime rate, access to stunning natural beauty, and a peaceful, friendly community—making it the ideal place to work and live.
Ready to Apply?
Visit our online application page Kootenai County Employment Opportunities to submit your application, cover letter and resume. Open Until filled!
Candidates for employment must successfully complete the County's pre-employment background and drug screening.
Questions? Reach out to our Human Resources team at (208) 446-1640 or email kcrecruit@kcgov.us.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets Preference/Drug-Free Workplace
Salary : $18 - $21