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DISTRICT/FAMILY COURTROOM CLERK I/II

Salary

$24.14 - $38.46 Hourly

Location

Clark County - Las Vegas, NV

Job Type

PERMANENT

Job Number

29566

Department

District Court

Division

District Court Clerk of the Courts

Opening Date

07/22/2025

Closing Date

8/5/2025 5:01 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

300

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the District/Family Courtroom Clerk I/II position. This position e nsures that all case files, documentation, and participants are organized and available for efficient and effective District and Family courtroom operations; acts as the liaison between the court and proceeding participants, maintains audio, video, and manual records of court proceedings and follow up as required.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 300 APPLICATIIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

District/Family Courtroom Clerk I : $24.14 Hourly

District/Family Courtroom Clerk II : $26.00 Hourly

District/Family Courtroom Clerk I - is the entry-level class in the technical court support class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform the more routine duties while learning District Court policies and procedures. As experience is gained, duties become more diversified are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with District/Family Courtroom Clerk II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.

District/Family Courtroom Clerk II - is an experienced court office support class, familiar with terminology, procedures and documents found in the District and Family court systems. Responsibilities include frequent contact with court officials, attorneys and the public and the interpretation and application of rules and regulations in situations, which may require tact and judgment. This class is distinguished from other legal office support classes in that they center around court operations and activities, rather than the processing of legal documents. It is further distinguished from District/Family Courtroom Clerk Supervisor in that the latter is the first full supervisory level in this class series.

The District/Family Courtroom Clerk I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to District/Family Courtroom Clerk II .

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

This position is a non-union position and excluded from membership in the union.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

District/Family Courtroom Clerk I - Equivalent to graduation from high school, AND two (2) years of full-time clerical or office support experience, one year of which is in a legal or court setting. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

NOTE: Must type at a net rate of 50 words per minute. Must have a verifiable certification in shorthand/speedwriting and be able to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately. If not certified at time of hire, must agree to become certified in typing at a net rate of 50 words per minute and in shorthand/speedwriting and be able to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately within twelve (12) months from the date of hire.

District/Family Courtroom Clerk II - In addition to the above: One (1) year of full-time experience in recording actions and assisting courtroom activities in a District, Family, or similar court setting. Must be able to independently perform the functions required of a District/Family Courtroom Clerk.

NOTE: Must have a verifiable typing certification documenting a minimum typing proficiency of 50 net words per minute and a verifiable certification in shorthand/speedwriting documenting the ability to take dictation by hand at a net rate of 70 words per minute and transcribe it accurately. Typing certification and Shorthand/speedwriting certification required at the time of application for employment consideration as a D/F Courtroom Clerk II.

Working Conditions: Work with exposure to potentially difficult or dangerous individuals. Work with exposure to potentially hazardous evidence materials. Work extended shifts or be called back in unusual situations.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Prepares and distributes court calendars; ensures that all files, documents, evidence and other materials are available and organized prior to the beginning of court session.

+ Ensures that court officials and all participants are made aware of the case under consideration.

+ Attends court, administers oaths, swears in juries and others, maintains audio, video and manual records of actions taken and prepares minute orders which summarize proceedings and actions.

+ Reviews orders and other legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with the Court's order and/or proceedings; maintains a tracking system of these documents.

+ Maintains chain of evidence and ensures security of all property, files and documents; marks exhibits as required. Sets cases for hearing, being cognizant of participant schedules, bind over regulations and other required deadlines; maintains current records on case status.

+ Responds to inquiries and provides factual information regarding court proceedings to attorneys, court and law enforcement officials, County staff and the public.

+ Maintains liaison with attorneys; assigns appointments and ensures that attorneys have been notified.

+ Composes a variety of correspondence and other written materials from instructions or brief notes; types or word processes a variety of materials.

+ Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.

+ May direct the work of and instruct others in court procedures.

+ Maintains accurate records and files; may prepare periodic or special reports related to work performed.

+ Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift files weighing up to 30 pounds, strength to push/pull carts weighing up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

+ Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options

+ More Money in Your Pocket

+ 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement

+ No Social Security Deduction

+ No State Income Taxes

+ Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)

+ Medical (https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/risk\_management/employee\_and\_retiree\_health\_benefits.php#outer-2778) - Employer pays 90% of premium

+ Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)

+ 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost

+ Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health

+ Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance – Employer Paid

+ AD&D – Employer Paid

+ Long Term Disability – Employer Paid

+ Generous Leave Accruals that include:

+ 13 Paid Holidays including a Floating Birthday Holiday

+ Paid Vacation Leave

+ Paid Sick Leave

+ Holiday Leave

+ Other leave options

+ Catastrophic Leave

+ Parental Leave – Up to 90 days

+ Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include

+ Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.

+ Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.

+ Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance

+ TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available

+ Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Onsite Fitness Center – $12/month

*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

01

The following questions (1-4) will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Which best describes your level of education?

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Some College (1-29 semester credits)

+ Some College (30-59 semester credits)

+ Some College (60-89 semester credits)

+ Some College (90-120+ semester credits)

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree or higher

+ None of the above

02

Please indicate the major of your degree or courses you have completed.

+ Criminal Justice

+ Legal Studies

+ Political Science

+ Public Administration

+ Other Legal Courses

+ Not Applicable

03

Indicate your full-time professional experience providing general clerical or office support.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

04

Indicate your full-time professional experience providing clerical or office support in a LEGAL or COURT setting.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 years

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

05

Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 1-4. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application may be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

06

The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.

I understand that:

A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)

B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;

C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;

D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;

E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;

F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

+ I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

07

Indicate your full-time professional experience working in a legal setting; attending court, administering oaths, swearing in juries, taking minutes by shorthand or speed writing, transcribing and preparing minutes, generating and processing reports, etc.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

08

Indicate your full-time professional experience organizing and compiling data and documents, general record keeping and processing (court calendars, legal documents, files, chain of evidence), security of files, documents, and evidence in a court or legal setting.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

09

Indicate your full-time professional experience responding to inquiries and providing factual information to attorneys, court and law enforcement officials, and the public regarding court proceedings.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

10

Indicate your full-time professional experience dealing with court and law enforcement officials, attorneys, court participants, and the general public.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

11

Indicate your full-time professional experience operating personal computers and/or court-related software systems to perform office tasks.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

12

Indicate your full-time professional experience with document imaging and scanning, electronic filing, creating digital forms and reports, and/or working in a "paperless" office environment.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

13

Indicate your full-time professional experience working in a confidential environment or with confidential material or information.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 2 to 3 years

+ 3 to 4 years

+ More than 4 years

14

Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 7-13. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application maiy be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

Required Question

Employer

Clark County

Address

500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791

Phone

(702)455-4565

Website

http://www.clarkcountynv.gov

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