Court Clerk

• PAY RANGE: JO18
• PROBATIONARY SALARY: $35,429.00 / $1476.21 semi-monthly
• POST PROBATIONARY SALARY: $36,137.58 / 1,505.73 semi-monthly
• Status: Full-time position
• Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Probationary Period: 6 months; Employer reserves right to extend
• State Benefits: See the benefits section of Indeed posting

SPECIFIC TO GREENE COUNTY EMPLOYMENT:

The 31st Judicial Circuit Court in Greene County is currently accepting applications for a full-time Court Clerk position. The selected candidate will be assigned clerical responsibilities within a designated division of the court and placed in one of the following departments: Criminal, Finance, Civil, or Domestic.

Court Clerks play a vital role in supporting daily court operations by managing and maintaining official court records with accuracy and integrity. They are responsible for processing cases and delivering professional, courteous assistance to the public, court staff, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies. Depending on departmental needs, assignments may include working directly in a courtroom environment as well as handling financial transactions and related administrative duties.

This position is with the State of Missouri and includes all state benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a professional team-oriented work environment. For more detailed information about available benefits, please review the Benefits section of this job posting.

Requirements For Successful Performance:

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and efficiency in data entry and record management.
• Effectively manage multiple responsibilities while remaining composed and organized.
• Provide courteous, professional service when assisting the public, court staff, and partner agencies.
• Safeguard the integrity of the court by strictly adhering to confidentiality and security standards.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully in both verbal and written interactions.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while handling a high-volume workload.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: (Include, but are not limited to)

• Case processing in an electronic case management system, including queue management.
• Respond to court-related inquiries by phone, email, and in person, while refraining from providing legal advice.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of procedures and assigned responsibilities.
• Review documents for filing requirements and assess filing fees if applicable.
• Clarification and reference of published information on court resources to include the local website and Case.net.
• Participate in ongoing training and cross-training to support operational needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required.

All new employees receive comprehensive, hands-on training to promote successful job performance, with continued training throughout employment.

Minimum Qualifications:(Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis provided a high school diploma or GED has been obtained)

• Associate degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an accredited institution of higher learning, plus one year of varied administrative experience performing a wide range of technical office duties; OR
• Three years of administrative experience may substitute for the associate degree requirement.
• Prospective employees must successfully complete a national background check prior to employment.

The State of Missouri and the Offices of Greene County are Equal Opportunity Employers.

RESUME DEADLINE: March 9, 2026 (11:59 p.m.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,137.58 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person