Clerk IV

Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa Announces a recruitment for:  Clerk IV $60,753.68- $77,538.66 Annually Final Filing – Continuous The Superior Court of Contra Costa County is conducting a recruitment to fill permanent Clerk IV positions. Clerk IV’s perform a wide variety of clerical functions in support of 36 judges and 4 commissioners currently serving the public in various cities in the county, including Martinez, Richmond, Walnut Creek and Pittsburg. This recruitment is also being used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.  Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing day may apply. An eligibility list will be established as a result of this recruitment and may be used to fill other vacancies in the future. Persons appointed may be assigned as: a lead worker that mentors, trains, assigns work to, and coordinates and reviews the work of lower-level clerks; a technical specialist that performs highly complex clerical work with a great degree of independence; or a legal document processor performing a variety of the most complex legal processing, public contact, account clerk, data processing, and/or general clerical support duties for the Court. In addition, Clerk IV’s may perform some courtroom clerk duties.  Individuals selected must be available for assignment to any unit at any court location. Individuals appointed to these positions must be able to work well with others, as well as work independently, have the ability to handle multiple demands and deadlines; have a good understanding of court procedures; be attentive to detail and maintain accurate and neat records. The persons appointed to these positions must be able to maintain a positive and professional attitude and possess good interpersonal and oral communication skills. Regular and punctual attendance is essential.The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of: 

• Establishment and maintenance of filing and information retrieval systems; 
• Personal computers and standard software applications; 
• Basic filing and financial record keeping systems; 
• Correct punctuation, grammar, and spelling; and
• Basic accounting and cash handling practices. 

 Ability to: 

• Interpret, explain and apply a variety of policies, rules, procedures, and regulations; 
• Read and understand statutes and instructions related to court proceedings; 
• Provide assistance and deal with concerns from the public, community organizations, and other agencies in an unbiased, ethical and professional manner; 
• Follow written and verbal instructions; 
• Make mathematical calculations necessary to carry out assigned functions; 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; 
• Learn to use a personal computer and software, including word processing, database, and other job-related applications and systems; 
• Operate basic office equipment, including copiers, printers, 10-key, fax; and
• Learn court policies, procedures, documents and terminology affecting assigned functions. 

 Minimum Qualifications: 

Possession of a high school diploma, a GED equivalency certificate or a high school proficiency certificate. One (1) year of experience at or above the level of Clerk III, Administrative Clerk III or Human Resources Clerk III with Contra Costa County Superior Court; 

or 

Three (3) years of experience performing legal clerical duties in a court or legal setting; 

or

Any combination of education and experience that provides the candidate with the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the Clerk IV.

 Note:  A paralegal certificate can substitute for one (1) year of the required legal clerical experience.   An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college can substitute for one (1) year of the required legal clerical or business clerical experience. Applicants using a college degree to meet minimum qualifications should submit documentation; acceptance is subject to verification.Application and Selection Process: Interested individuals must complete a Court application on-line and provide a valid email address.  To apply, go to: http://www.cc-courts.org:  and click on the Job Opportunities tab.   After submitting your application all subsequent communications will be via email.  Please add contracosta.courts.ca.gov and [email protected] to your email address book to ensure delivery of emails. For additional information email:  [email protected]. Depending on the number of applications received, an application evaluation committee may be convened to review and evaluate each candidate’s application, and those deemed best qualified will be invited to an oral interview which may include a written examination and/or practical problem exercise.  The court reserves the right to revise the testing process in accordance with the Court Personnel Plan and accepted selection practices.  GENERAL INFORMATIONConditions of EmploymentSuccessful completion of fingerprint and a criminal record background check is required prior to appointment and is a condition of employment. All employees of the court who operate a vehicle on court business must certify they possess a valid California Driver’s License and required levels of automobile insurance.  ConvictionsFelony and misdemeanor convictions MAY BE disqualifying for employment with the court. The court will assess the nature and gravity of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the offense was committed, and the nature of the job duties to be performed. Employment Eligibility:In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present to the Court, at the time of appointment, original documents which show satisfactory proof of: 1.) identity and 2.) U.S. Citizenship or a legal authorization to work in the United States.  Union RepresentativeThis position is represented by AFSCME Local 2700.  Applicants with DisabilitiesReasonable accommodations will be made so applicants with disabilities may participate in the recruitment process.  Please advise Superior Court Human Resources of special needs in advance.  The Court is an equal opportunity employer.  The Court provides equal employment opportunity at all times and does not discriminate in violation of applicable law

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