The North Dakota court system announced on Mar. 20 a job opening for the position of Deputy Clerk of District Court in Minot, with an annual salary of $54,504.
This announcement is important for those seeking employment within the judicial system and interested in supporting court operations. The role is full-time and regular, based at the Unit 4 – Clerk of Court Office in Minot.
Candidates selected for interviews will be required to take typing and grammar tests. The ideal candidate should thrive in a structured, deadline-oriented environment, pay strong attention to detail, provide excellent customer service, adapt easily to changes, and demonstrate initiative and dependability. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
The Deputy Clerk will assist with case management activities for criminal, civil, traffic, or other cases from initial filing to final disposition. Duties include reviewing documents for conformity with court procedures and rules, recording proceedings using audio equipment if assigned, managing courtroom technology during hearings, processing legal documents and financial transactions, assisting the public with information requests that do not involve legal advice or confidential matters, and participating in jury program management. Travel to other counties may be required as part of court proceedings.
Applicants must have knowledge of general office procedures and legal terminology as well as skills in preparing legal documents and reports. Physical requirements are typical for office work but may involve light lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally. If assigned recording duties, certification such as DAR or AAERT CER must be obtained within six months unless already certified by another state or federal court.
More details about the job posting can be found at the official government jobs website.
