Court Operations Specialist

Maricopa County

. Provide access to the judicial system and related public records .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 - $33 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in processing legal documents, managing public records, and providing customer service in a court-related environment. Bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish enhance communication with diverse stakeholders.

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Legal Document ProcessingCustomer Service ExperienceCash Handling SkillsBilingual (English/Spanish)Clerical Experience in Court Environment

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Hard Skills

Data Entry in Automated Court SystemsDocument Sealing and RedactionCase and File ResearchProcessing Court OrdersCashiering and Fee Processing

Soft Skills

Verbal and Written CommunicationCross-Training and Team Support

Industry Keywords

Judicial System AccessPublic Records ManagementClerk of Superior CourtLegal Community AssistanceConfidential Material Maintenance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide access to the judicial system and related public records
Assist the public, legal community, Courts, County, and governmental agencies with legal processes and legal and financial records
Perform cashiering at public file counters; collect and process fees, payments, and bonds
Process public records and high volumes of documents from customers, legal community, and governmental agencies
Respond to written and verbal inquiries and conduct case and file research
Seal and redact documents and files according to court orders
Maintain sealed, confidential, and discovery materials
Process complex court orders and exhibits
Review, file, and process complaints, petitions, exhibits, post-decrees, and subsequent documents
Set hearings and generate minute entries
Perform Special Commissioner, Probate Registrar, and/or Notary functions as necessary
Enter data in automated court systems
Cross-train, provide backup assistance, and train coworkers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years of clerical, administrative, or customer service experience OR one year working at the Clerk of Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk Associate
High school diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
Clerical, administrative, or customer service experience in a court-related or cash-handling environment valued
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills with moderate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish valued
Ability to lift boxes up to 30 pounds and carry, push, or pull a distance of 500 feet
Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday
Online application submission required
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per-paycheck contribution rate with a 100% employer match on Day 1
Overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek