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job-758
Circuit Clerk · Position
Range: $27,768.00 Annually Definition of Work: salary
Filled (Jan 23, 2019) status
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Posted Jan 10, 2019; Filled (Jan 23, 2019)
Job Summary
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- 46th Judicial Circuit
- Job Title:
- Court Clerk
Salary
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- Range: $27,768.00 Annually
- Definition of Work:
- Work involves responsibility for court case processing or for performing a variety of clerical
- functions which may require the application of state statutes and state and local policies and
- regulations.
- Supervision Received:
- An employee in this position will receive dayt-to-day supervision from a circuit clerk, chief
- deputy circuit clerk or clerk supervisor.
- Supervision Exercised:
- None.
- Examples of Work Performed:
- Performs clerical work in the filing, processing, and disposition of probate, small claims,
- criminal, civil, and juvenile cases.
- Reviews legal documents for completeness, adequacy and accuracy; determines
- processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules or refers
- difficult matters to supervisors.
- Determines proper routing of complaints, petitions, application for letters and other
- filings; notifies parties.
- Receives and records all fees and other receipts, including child support payments;
- makes necessary disbursements and prepares required statements and reports.
- Assures completeness and accuracy of records leaving the court jurisdiction pursuant to
- change of venue, outgoing reciprocals, appeal or certification.
- Enters minutes of court proceedings, operates electronic sound recording equipment,
- and other courtroom related duties.
- Prepares juror lists and performs related work involving summons, appearance and
- ment of jurors.
- Prepares and types judgments, executions, attachments or levy forms, bonds, warrants,
- petitions and affidavits and reviews same for accuracy.
- Assists in scheduling trials, hearings, continuances and other matters.
- Answers inquiries and furnishes information by reviewing court records.
- Performs related work as required.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors
- pertaining to the court.
- Basic knowledge of organization operations, functions and scope of authority of the court or
- activity to which assigned.
- Advanced knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to make work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and departmental policies
- and procedures.
- Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from such records.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Skill in the operation of standard office equipment.
- Required Minimum Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school and two years general clerical experience.
- Additional Information: This position is regulated by Missouri State Court Classification of
- Court Clerks and all applicable state benefits will apply.
- How to apply: Qualified candidates shall submit a cover letter and resume to:
- Amy Strahan, Circuit Clerk
- P O Box 129
- Forsyth, MO 65653
- Or by email to: Amy.Strahan@courts.mo.gov
- Salary Range: $27,768.00 Annually
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- functions which may require the application of state statutes and state and local policies and
- Determines proper routing of complaints, petitions, application for letters and other
- How to apply: Qualified candidates shall submit a cover letter and resume to:
- Or by email to: Amy.Strahan@courts.mo.gov
Posting Duration
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- January 23, 2019, 5:00 p.m.
- Closing Date: January 23, 2019, 5:00 p.m.
Posting Benefits Package
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- Package: Cerf Pension Term & Change Form
- Effective: Sep 26, 2013
Overview
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- This historical package referenced CERF retirement materials for county employees.
- The brochure explains benefits under the CERF Pension Plan; official plan rules remain the final authority.
Participation
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- Participation in the CERF Pension Plan is mandatory for eligible employees hired on or after January 1, 2000 who work at least 1,000 hours during the year.
- Eligible part-time employees who reach 1,000 hours enroll on July 1 if they reach that mark on or before June 30, or on January 1 of the following year if they reach it later.
- Once enrolled, participants remain in CERF until they terminate county employment for more than 30 days.
Employee Contributions
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- Non-LAGERS participants hired on or after February 25, 2002 contribute 6% of gross salary.
- Non-LAGERS participants are also required to make a 0.7% contribution to the 401(a) plan.
- LAGERS participants hired on or after February 25, 2002 contribute 4% of gross salary.
Vesting And Retirement
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- Members become vested after eight years of continuous creditable service during which they receive pay for at least 1,000 hours in each year.
- A vested member is eligible for a full benefit at age 62 or an actuarially reduced benefit as early as age 55.
- If an employee leaves county service before vesting, employee contributions are refunded or may be rolled over to another eligible retirement plan.
Contact
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- County Employees' Retirement Fund, 2121 Schotthill Woods Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101
- Toll-free: (877) 632-2373
- Website: www.mocerf.org