Clerk of Court - RED LAKE NATION TRIBAL COURTS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Clerk of Court

RED LAKE NATION TRIBAL COURTS

OPEN: July 13, 2017

CLOSING: July 27, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m.

Primary Function:

Responsible for insuring that all aspects of Court Administration are operating effectively and efficiently thus allowing Judges to devote their time to the administration of justice. Also responsible for overseeing the supervision of subordinate Clerks, providing direction and supervision with the Civil court and Juvenile court to insure each is functioning properly and fulfilling their duties and responsibilities. Reports to the Court Administrator, full-time position w/benefits, salary; DOQ.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

• Preparation of criminal complaints for process; juvenile delinquency and civil complaints

• Scheduling/Assist criminal calendar for Judges in the schedule of the civil/juvenile proceedings

• Responsible for charging of petty misdemeanors and certain other misdemeanors, traffic violations

• Maintaining of daily criminal docket, make permanent files; maintain accurate and complete files

• Attend hearings in criminal, juvenile, and civil; take minutes on all proceedings before the Court

• Arrange the courtroom for hearings and trials

• Responsible for speaking in the public to announce Court and swearing in witnesses and/or Jurors

• Greet public in a courteous and professional manner and directs calls to appropriate personnel

• Setup appointments and informal hearings for Judges when directed

• Responsible for maintaining a monthly criminal report on all cases filed and completed

• Responsible for monthly submission of Court statistics

• Transcribe proceeding associated with criminal, juvenile, and civil hearings

• Assists in collection of fines, bonds, restitution, and/or civil fees

• Assist in preparation of Appeals when directed

• Responsible for attending meetings and/or Mental Health Board Meetings and take minutes

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• GED/High School Diploma

• One to three months related experience and/or training

• Excellent organizational skills in handling multiple tasks

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to handle stressful situations in professional manner

• Adhere to and have knowledge of the Data Privacy Act

• Must be of high moral character to uphold the integrity of the Court

• Computer knowledgeable using various software and other office machines used in the Courtroom, including transcribing machines

• Knowledgeable in the Tribal Coded and ordinances

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are being accepted at the Government Center - Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847.