Judicial Operations Clerk; D3

Job Description

The 3rd Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch has an immediate opening for a Judicial Operations Clerk position at the Dickinson County Courthouse in Spirit Lake, Iowa. The role involves customer service, clerical, and administrative work essential for efficient court operations and the integrity of court records. The clerk will process case-related documents—including orders, warrants, applications, motions, complaints, bonds, exhibits, and other official case and court‑related documents—andubal handling of media to ensure accurate records.

They will provide customer service viaروی phone and in‑person to assist with general requests, processing and recording payments, and answering questions about case processing. The position also supports attorneys, judges, law enforcement, and other agencies by providing case information and processing activities. Occasionally, the clerk may support Gründen court‑room operations such as jury trials, and may need to travel to other counties within the judicial district.

• Collaborative, positive professional work environment
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in Iowa communities
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System ( Farrell IPERS) plan
• Employee discount program
• Potential eligibility for the federation student loan repayment program

Thepay range for this position is $21.42 – $33.86 per hour. This is a contract-covered, FLSA non‑exempt position. The starting salary for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range, with possible adjustments for relevant experience.

Perform customer service, clerical, and administrative work necessary for court operations.

• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from the general public, attorneys, and court employees.
• Assist court users with resources, equipment, and services.
• Perform routine court operations paper and electronic documentation tasks, and filing according to established procedures.
• Review, process, update, and publish information, documents, files, orders, warrants, judgment notifications, and other materials for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform basic bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including cashier duties and processing.
• Assist courtroom preparations for proceedings, including electronic device setup and digital recording management software use.
• Provide office support such as maintaining organization, equipment, and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Familiarity and understanding of court operation support, record keeping, and filing.
• Basic computer database, software, and math skills.
• Ability to secure confidential data and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

• High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma).
• One (1) year of experience in customer service.

• Experience with court or legal process or terminology.
• Experience with accurate record keeping.
• Basic cashier or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience securing confidential information.