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Court Technician PositionUnder supervision performs legal work of moderate difficulty recording and documenting court proceedings for hearings of various complexity and duration, processes, and distributes court documents and legal papers; interacts with judicial officials, attorneys, court staff, criminal justice officials, and parties in all types of actions; performs related work as assigned.Hiring Salary Ranges Court Technician I: $48,680.32 Court Technician II: $52,236.08Typical DutiesCOURT TECHNICIAN IAttends court hearings of various complexity and duration, including but not limited to arraignments, default dissolutions, probate annual accounting, and others as assignedDetermines, summarizes, and records the points and decisions reached in the course of the proceedingExtracts the information collected in the courtroom and prepares a cohesive, understandable Minute EntryAccesses, inputs, and maintains data in automated case management systemProvides a monthly recap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attendedInterprets, explains, and applies specific statutes, code regulations and proceduresImpanels grand jury and trial juriesTakes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictationProcesses and distributes official records of formal orders, and other official and legal documents at the direction of the JudgeMaintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled timeUpdates Court and judges' calendars based on Court orders and coordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial AssistantsKeeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judge's ruling within legally set time limitationsMarks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearingsCertifies documentsReads information or indictment preceding criminal trialsCloses out criminal case files which includes reporting felony convictionsIssues bench warrants; prepares and maintains filesPerforms other duties as assignedCOURT TECHNICIAN IIAttends all court hearings and determines, summarizes, and records the points and decision reached in the course of the proceedingsPrepares multiple documents to carry out the judgment of the courtCloses out criminal case filesPrepares and submits Motor Vehicle Department abstracts and DPS disposition reports using computer applicationsTakes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictation, including orders from the court and stipulations and motions from counselSummarizes court proceedings in minute entry formCreates, processes, and distributes official records of formal orders and other official and legal Documents at the direction of the JudgeMaintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled timeImpanels grand jury and trial juriesKeeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judge's ruling within legally set time limitationsProvides monthly re-cap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attendedUpdates Court and judges' calendars based on Court ordersCoordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial AssistantsMarks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearingsCertifies documentsEnters and maintains data in automated case management systemsReads information or indictment preceding criminal trialsIssues bench warrantsPrepares and maintains filesAssists in the training of court techniciansPerforms other duties as assignedEssential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting in court or at desk for shorthand, data entry, transcription and taking dictation; working with and around other court staff, clerk's staff, attorneys, defendants and the public; dealing with interruptions from co-workers, phones and unscheduled hearings; repetitive motion hand / wrist for data entry and transcription; vision acuity (near / far) for computer and courtroom work; Hearing for courtroom testimony, etc.; touch for shorthand, and computer work.Minimum QualificationsCOURT TECHNICIAN I Two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR Associate degree in a related field and two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.COURT TECHNICIAN II Three years of progressively responsible clerical work; including at least one year experience as a Court Technician I; OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to type 50 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment. Must successfully pass background investigation, including fingerprint clearance. May be assigned to an alternate work schedule which includes evenings.The ideal candidate has previous judicial branch, legal or justice system experience, using specialized case management tools like AJACS, Word templates, and creating meeting summaries. They have a typing speed over 80 wpm with high accuracy, and proficiency with spelling legal terminology in English. An employee who demonstrates proficiency in all required tasks at the end of their first year will be eligible to be automatically promoted to Court Technician II with a 5% increase in salary.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of:Use of modern office equipmentTaking and transcribing dictationWorking knowledge of:Arizona statutes and Rules of ProcedureCourt and legal terminology and proceduresModern office practices, procedures, and equipmentLegal terminology and business EnglishComputer applicationsAbility to:Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and proceduresMaintain confidentiality of court mattersPerform complex paperwork processing and calendaring tasks with speed and accuracy in a courtroom environmentMeet deadlines and maintain workflowType accuratelyAccurately maintain records and prepare reportsWork safely and support the culture of workplace safetyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the publicFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingCoconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.BenefitsCoconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:Vacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care InsuranceDental PlanVision PlanGroup Life InsurancePre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion PlanPersonal Day Purchase ProgramVacation Sell Back ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramWellness ProgramLong-Term DisabilityArizona State Retirement SystemEmployee Assistance ProgramOn-going Training OpportunitiesFree bus transportation/ EcoPass bus passElective CoverageDependent Medical, Dental, and VisionSupplemental Life (for employees & dependents)Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings Account
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flagstaff, AZ, 86001, US
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