Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Jefferson County Clerk's Office as a Courthouse Clerk in Louisville, KY. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to serve your community in a vital legal support role. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to maintain court records, assist litigants, and uphold judicial integrity in a fast-paced courthouse environment.
Responsibilities
- Accurately maintain and organize court case files, dockets, and legal documents
- Process filings, fees, and payments with precision and adherence to judicial protocols
- Provide exceptional customer service to attorneys, litigants, and court visitors
- Coordinate with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement for smooth courtroom operations
- Utilize case management software for record-keeping and reporting
- Prepare and distribute official court orders, summonses, and notices
- Assist in jury coordination and administrative support during trials
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years clerical or administrative experience in legal/government setting
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and legal case management software
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Kentucky Notary Public certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Pass background check and drug screening