Job Description
Join our dynamic legal team at Lucas County Court Administration as a Courthouse Clerk! We're urgently seeking detail-oriented professionals to support judicial operations in our historic downtown Toledo courthouse. This critical role combines public service with procedural excellence, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a tangible impact in your community, apply now!
Responsibilities
- Manage court documentation, filings, and case records with 100% accuracy
- Process legal paperwork and maintain digital/docket systems
- Provide exceptional customer service to attorneys, litigants, and court personnel
- Schedule hearings and coordinate with judges, attorneys, and staff
- Handle confidential information with strict adherence to HIPAA/GDPR protocols
- Support jury coordination and courtroom proceedings
- Generate court orders and correspondence using legal terminology
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Minimum 2 years clerical/legal administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software (e.g., Odyssey)
- Strong typing skills (50+ WPM) and data entry accuracy
- Knowledge of Ohio court procedures and legal terminology
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with strict deadlines
- U.S. citizenship and clean background check required