Deputy Clerk Ii - District Court

Position: DEPUTY CLERK II - DISTRICT COURT - 22001511 1
Requisition No: 867398

Agency:
State Courts System

Working Title:

DEPUTY CLERK II - DISTRICT COURT -  1

Pay Plan:
State Courts System

Position Number:

Salary: $39,324.12

Posting Closing Date: 01/19/2026

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Second District Court of Appeal

Deputy Clerk II - District Court

Open until filled

POSITION TITLE:

Deputy Clerk II - District Court

POSITION NUMBER:

LOCATION:

St. Petersburg

SALARY AND BENEFITS: $39,324.12 annually

* Health care (PPO or HMO) starting at $50 per month for individual and $180 per month for family coverage

* Florida Retirement System options

* Life Insurance, with a prorated share of the monthly premium

* Optional vision, dental, and other insurance plans

* Paid vacation and sick leave

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Five years of relevant clerical, legal, or administrative experience

OR

* An associate's degree in a related field

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Deputy Clerk II plays a critical part in the daily operations of the Clerk's Office for the Second District Court of Appeal. While the position offers opportunities for initiative, it also requires hands-on support of essential daily tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone comfortable working at all levels - from appellate case processing to scanning and preparing mail.

We are a small, collaborative team that supports one another and assists the court in carrying out its mission. Most current staff are long-time employees who reside a considerable distance from the courthouse and, as a result, work remotely for extended periods. This position is expected to serve as an on-site presence. Full-time, in-office work is required for the first year.

After one year of successful performance, limited remote work may be considered, depending on operational needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at the direction of the Chief Deputy Clerk, the position's essential function is to perform detailed tasks for the Office of the Clerk of the Court related to the processing of appellate case files. Responsibilities may include:

* Manage designated appellate case processing tasks

* Process and distribute incoming documents and pleadings

* Review filings for completeness and compliance

* Prepare and issue orders, opinions, and mandates

* Maintain accurate electronic and physical records, including database management

* Draft routine correspondence and proofread documents for accuracy

* Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries

* Serve as a liaison to court personnel and other court clerks

* Assist with mail scanning and outgoing mail preparation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

* Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

* Ability to learn and navigate a complex case management system

* Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures

* Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 25 pounds overhead

TO APPLY:

Submit a cover letter, résumé, and current State of Florida application to:

Please include Deputy Clerk II in the subject line of your email.

Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted with instructions for completing a skills assessment prior to being scheduled for an interview. No action is needed unless you are contacted.

All offers of employment will be conditioned upon a satisfactory criminal history check.

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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex,

age, genetic information, national origin, or disability.

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Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center . Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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