Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office Courts; AOC

Overview

The Kentucky Judicial Branch offers exciting career opportunities with the Administrative Office of the Courts in Frankfort and the state courts that operate in all 120 Kentucky counties.

We provide the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, health insurance and a retirement plan. Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we’re committed to fair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. We also promote a healthy work and life balance.

The Jefferson Circuit Court Clerk's Office has an immediate opening for a Deputy Clerk. The Deputy Clerk is responsible for assisting Circuit Court Clerk in performance of constitutional duties.

Due to the nature of job duties and responsibilities, this position not authorized for virtual work.

Location:

600 W Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202 USA

Final date to receive applications 1/29/2026 (7:00 PM EST). Job Code: 26-00348. Pay Grade 08. Salary $32,626.80 - $43,426.56 Annually.

Employment Type:

Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK.

Hiring Agency:
Judicial | Court of Justice

Contact:
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Lisa Dorsey at  or . An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.

• Entry of accurate data into court of justice case management system.
• File and retrieve legal documents and court records.
• Notify counsel of record/parties as necessary.
• Assist public concerning the status of court cases.
• Attend court and serve as a bench clerk.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to concentrate.
• Ability to multitask and work with others on common tasks.
• Skill in the use basic of computers, software, and other office equipment.
• Skill in exercising tact and diplomacy.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Collect fines and fees as necessary.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

• EDUCATION: Associates Degree (proof of education required)
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR
  
  SKILLS:
  
  NONE
• Substitute EDUCATION for
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for
  
  EDUCATION:
  
  High School Degree w/2 years of job-related experience
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): High School graduate or GED - proof of education required.

The work at times requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull weights up to 20 pounds.