Clerk V

Description

Superior Court of California

County of Contra Costa

Announces an open recruitment for:

Clerk V

$71,031.79 - $90,656.38 annually

Final Filing – 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2025

The Superior Court of Contra Costa County is conducting an open recruitment to fill permanent Clerk V positions. Clerk V’s perform a wide variety of clerical functions in support of 38 judges and 4 commissioners currently serving the public in various cities in the county, including Martinez, Richmond, Walnut Creek and Pittsburg.

Only those 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. Under limited supervision, the Clerk V provides lead direction to lower-level Clerks. Lead direction includes: mentoring, training, assigning and reviewing work. 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 this position must be able to maintain a positive and professional attitude and possess good interpersonal and oral communication skills. Regular and punctual attendance is essential.

Examples of Duties

The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Civil, Probate, Criminal and Traffic processing;

• Use of Odyssey, E-Filing and related systems used for Civil, Probate, Criminal and Traffic file maintenance;

• 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/Desirable 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 IV with Contra Costa County Superior Court;
  or
• Four (4) years of experience performing legal clerical duties in a court or legal setting.

Note: A paralegal certificate can substitute for one (1) year of the required legal clerical experience.

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

Applicants using a college degree to meet minimum qualifications should submit documentation; acceptance is subject to verification.

Supplemental Information

Application and Selection Process:

Interested individuals must complete a Court application on-line, complete the supplemental questions, and provide a valid email address. To apply, go to: http://www.cc-courts.org: click on the Careers tab then click on the Current Employment Opportunities link After submitting your application all subsequent communications will be via email. Please add contracosta.courts.ca.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book to ensure delivery of emails. For additional information email: jobs@contracosta.courts.ca.gov.

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 make revisions to the testing process in accordance with the Court Personnel Plan and accepted selection practices.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Conditions of Employment

Successful 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.

Convictions

Felony 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 Representative

This position is represented by AFSCME Local 2700.