Clerk of Court 3 (41-3114) Kodiak
Clerk of Court 3 (41-3114) Kodiak
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As of May 9 2025 the Alaska Court System is still hiring!
YOU MAY COMPLETE YOUR WORK HISTORY ON THIS APPLICATIONORATTACH A RESUME.
Please include transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
The Kodiak Trial Court of the Alaska Court System (ACS) is accepting applications for a Clerk of Court 3 (salary range 14). Under general supervision of the Rural Court Administrator and Area Court Administrator this position will serve as the manager of clerical operations in the Kodiak Court.
* Employees transferring from another State of Alaska agency or applicants with prior legal work experience or education in the legal field may receive consideration for advance step placement. *
This is a flexibly-staffed position. Progression to the higher level (salary range 16 at $2985.00 bi-weekly) may occur when the incumbent meets the requirements and is appointed as a Deputy Magistrate in accordance with Administrative Rule 19.2.
The Position
Trial Court Management- Provide professional support leadership and supervision of the various functions of the clerks office; learn how to process all criminal civil small claims minor offense probate and childrens cases; process marriage certificates and marriage license applications;
- Supervise and train trial court staff and work closely with chambers to ensure efficient case flow management integrity of court records files and accounts; effective jury management in-court procedures and front counter efficiency; Customer service at front counter and over-the-phone; process and distribute incomingmail
- Review statutes bills rules codes policies and procedures and apply them as required;
- Work closely with the Area Court Administrator (ACA) Rural Court Administrator (RCA) and judges to implement new procedures;
- Attend court conferences attend monthly third district teleconferences and training sessions as required;
- Work closely with superior court judge and magistrate and traveling judges as a team to ensure coverage of all essential operations and calendars. Occasionally assist other Third District Courts when needed.
- Process and maintain search warrants
Accounting/External Affairs- Balance cash ledger and journal for the courts trust fund; make deposits; report quarterly and monthly to administrative accounting office; issue checks on Trust Fund and ensure distribution of monies in timely manner;
- Receive and respond to inquiries from the general public parties attorneys judges and others about the Kodiak court;
- Address concerns from public and follow up as needed.
- Perform special projects and research as may be assigned by the ACA.
Facility and Material Management
- Operate troubleshoot and update the computer system and records; assure that data is entered correctly;
- Work closely with Information Services on all technology-related issues;
- Work closely with Facilities ACA RCA and local maintenance staff to ensure facility security function and maintenance.
- Prepare and prioritize annual budget requests for submission to the ACA; recommend requests for supplies equipment and personnel to assure court needs for resources are met.
The Work Hours
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.
Typical Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:- 12 paid holidays per year
- Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents
- Vision plan (optional)
- Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available
- Membership in the Public Employees RetirementSystem (PERS)
- Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional)
- Personal leave accrual
IMPORTANT: Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. Failure to submit a letter may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
For more information on the Alaska Court System please visit:
For informationabout what state courts do please watch the following short video:
VIDEO: The who what when where and how of state courtsThe Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate AND two years of advanced general clerical or legal clerical work experience AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net). The required work experience is met by service such as a Court Case Manager 1 Court Case Manager 2 Court Supervisor Clerk of Court Chambers Judicial Assistant or Chief Deputy Clerk with the Alaska Court System or similar work experience with another employer.
OR
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in any field AND one year of advanced general clerical or legal clerical work experience AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net). The required work experience is met by service such as a Court Case Manager 1 Court Case Manager 2 Court Supervisor Clerk of Court Chambers Judicial Assistant or Chief Deputy Clerk with the Alaska Court System or similar work experience with another employer.
OR
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in business administration public administration criminal justice or a closely related field AND the ability to keyboard at least 40 words per minute (net).
Additional Required Information
This applies to your application submission.
Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):- A letter of interest completed per the instructions below.
- Post-secondary transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
- Keyboarding certification dated within one year showing a keyboarding speed of at least 40 words per minute (net).
Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):- Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations or two (2) letters of recommendation.
- A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
LETTER OF INTEREST
Please attach a professional letter of interest to your application before submitting it online or if unable to attach to your application email it to.
Your letter of interest should:
1) Be professionally written and include proper format grammar spelling and punctuation.
2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
The letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
KEYBOARDING CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
Attach a recent keyboarding certification (dated within one year) to your application that verifies your typing speed of 40 wpm or higher (net). Online keyboarding tests (often at no cost) are accepted with a valid website address noted on the document. Acceptable websites include: .
In addition keyboarding tests are given at any Alaska Job Center location. A list of locations is available at:
WORK HISTORY
If using work experience not already documented in your application provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered not qualified you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety applicants who have a spouse close relative and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECK
A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer no to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure please contact the Human Resources Department at . The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.Contact Information
Contact Title: Recruitment
E-Mail:Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501
Phone Number:
Employment Type
Full-Time
