Deputy Clerk

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Deputy Clerk. This position is responsible for providing support to the Clerk of Court and judges, ensuring that court instructions are executed, and legal documents are prepared with accuracy and in accordance with appropriate policies, procedures, and judicial instructions.

• Preparing detailed court documents in accordance with established guidelines
• Entering data into automated Case Management System and scanning documents
• Scheduling matters for court
• Preparing correspondence, court forms, and filing court documents
• Handling of outgoing and/or incoming mail
• Answering phones, assisting customers at the counter, assessing fines and costs, and receipting payments
• Interacting with diverse customers, attorneys, law enforcement, and various agencies in a professional and courteous manner

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Applicants should be highly organized and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Time management skills, ability to manage changing priorities, fast and accurate data entry, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Possess the ability to manage competing priorities

• Considerable court, business, or office-related experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Service-Connected Veterans are also encouraged to apply.