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Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)

Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Compensation
$33–43K/yr
Location
Frankfort, KY
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

The Kentucky Judicial Branch seeks two Deputy Clerks for the Franklin Circuit Court Clerk's Office in Frankfort. The role involves data entry, managing legal documents, assisting the public, and serving as a bench clerk. The position is onsite with a 37.5‑hour work week and offers state employee benefits including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data EntryLegal Document ManagementCourt Record RetrievalCounsel NotificationPublic AssistanceBench ClerkJudgmentDiscretionInstruction FollowingConcentrationMultitaskingComputer ProficiencySoftware UseOffice Equipment OperationTactDiplomacyOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationFine CollectionClerical DutiesLifting Up to 20 Pounds

Qualifications

Associate's Degree1 Year Job Related Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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10/9/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605151

Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)

Pay Grade08

Salary

$32,626.80 - $43,426.56 Annually

Employment Type

JUDICAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

Judicial | Court of Justice

Location

222 Saint Clair Street

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

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-life balance.

The Franklin Circuit Court Clerk's Office has an immediate opening for (2) two Deputy Clerks. 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 is not authorized for virtual work.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • 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.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Associates Degree

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:1 year job related experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:High School Degree with 2 years of job-related experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):High School graduate or GED - proof of education required

Working Conditions

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

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Natasha Downs [email protected] ([email protected] ?Subject=2605151 - Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)) .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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