Senior Court Clerk chez Tucsonaz

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 09-28-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

Application will not be considered complete without a resume.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Senior Court Clerk position at City of Tucson’s City Courts is responsible for training staff, monitoring, and working with management regarding the progress of trainees, along with performing clerical and customer service work while learning all areas of the Department and cross-training to support the daily operations of the Division/Section. Additionally, Senior Court Clerks are assigned additional duties to monitor and perform on a regular basis, along with providing administrative and clerical support to judges and attorneys to ensure accurate and efficient case processing.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Court Supervisor. This position leads and instructs the daily operational work of court personnel. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the public over the phone, via email and in person, providing information regarding case status, motion status, hearing dates, due dates for mandates, records requests, and other general court questions.

• Assists magistrates in the process of their work in the courtroom and in chambers by preparing and distributing minute entries and orders, operating courtroom devices such as digital recording, AV systems, etc., and in conducting the business of court hearings.

• Performs a variety of data entry input and research tasks with the case management system ensuring accuracy, completeness and data integrity.  Tasks may include case initiation, updating, case closure, data cleanup, records retrieval, etc.

• Leads in records management process, assists court clerks in the prescribed duties – i.e., processing records requests and priority requests by researching information in the court’s case management system, monitoring the email proxy and maintaining records request program, and archiving files and court records according to their appropriate retention period.

• Efficiently and effectively trains clerks in department functions/duties, answering questions and assisting other clerks as needed.

• Accurately performs payment transactions, receipting, and money handling

• Operates special programs, such as home detention monitoring, protective order petition process, warrant quash events, etc.

•  Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. 

Working Conditions

Mostly office environment

Some positions may require night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience.  
License/Certifications: A valid and unrestricted driver’s license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
 Experience administrative support, customer service.
Competent experience and skill with the Automated Justice Administration Case System (AJACs) 
 

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0120 - Senior Court Clerk

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G104

Hourly Range

$19.97 - 29.95 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

City Court

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Neil Nickol (48268)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.

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