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Court, Municipal, and License Clerks

	Median Wage (USD, 2024)	Projected Job Openings (2023-2033)	Projected Growth (2023-2033)
National Statistics	$47,700	17100	3.8%
State Statistics	-	-	-
City Statistics	-	-	-

Statistics

National

State

City

State

City

$47,700

Median Wage (USD, 2023)

17100

Projected Job Openings (2023-2033)

3.8%

Projected Growth (2023-2033)

Perform clerical duties for courts of law, municipalities, or governmental licensing agencies and bureaus. May prepare docket of cases to be called; secure information for judges and court; prepare draft agendas or bylaws for town or city council; answer official correspondence; keep fiscal records and accounts; issue licenses or permits; and record data, administer tests, or collect fees.

Experience Requirements Overview

Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Education, Training and Experience

Required Level of Education: High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)

Related Work Experience: Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years

On-Site or In-Plant Training: N.A.

On-the-Job Training: Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month

Detailed Work Activities

Prepare legal documents.
Verify accuracy of financial or transactional data.
Examine documents to verify adherence to requirements.
Record information from meetings or other formal proceedings.
Distribute materials to employees or customers.
Interview employees, customers, or others to collect information.
Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
Maintain financial or account records.
Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
Prepare informational or reference materials.
Prepare legal documents.
Prepare legal documents.
Code data or other information.
Record information about legal matters.
Analyze financial information.
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.
Examine documents to verify adherence to requirements.
Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.
Schedule appointments.
Issue documentation or identification to customers or employees.
Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
Communicate with government agencies.
Provide information to the general public.
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.
Interview employees, customers, or others to collect information.
Coordinate operational activities.
Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
Train personnel.
Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.
Perform administrative or clerical tasks.
Coordinate operational activities.
Issue certificates or licenses.
Collect deposits, payments or fees.
Manage clerical or administrative activities.
Coordinate legal schedules or activities.

Work Values

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Working Conditions

Recognition

Relationships

Support

Independence

Tasks

Evaluate information on applications to verify completeness and accuracy and to determine whether applicants are qualified to obtain desired licenses.
Perform administrative tasks, such as answering telephone calls, filing court documents, or maintaining office supplies or equipment.
Verify the authenticity of documents, such as foreign identification or immigration documents.
Record and edit the minutes of meetings and distribute to appropriate officials or staff members.
Question applicants to obtain required information, such as name, address, or age, and record data on prescribed forms.
Issue public notification of all official activities or meetings.
Record and maintain all vital and fiscal records and accounts.
Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.
Answer questions or provide advice to the public regarding licensing policies, procedures, or regulations.
Prepare meeting agendas or packets of related information.
Examine legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws or court procedures.
Prepare ordinances, resolutions, or proclamations so that they can be executed, recorded, archived, or distributed.
Answer inquiries from the general public regarding judicial procedures, court appearances, trial dates, adjournments, outstanding warrants, summonses, subpoenas, witness fees, or payment of fines.
Code information on license applications for entry into computers.
Prepare documents recording the outcomes of court proceedings.
Perform budgeting duties, such as assisting in budget preparation, expenditure review, or budget administration.
Prepare and issue orders of the court, such as probation orders, release documentation, sentencing information, or summonses.
Perform record checks on past or current licensees, as required by investigations.
Perform general office duties, such as taking or transcribing dictation, typing or proofreading correspondence, distributing or filing official forms, or scheduling appointments.
Instruct parties about timing of court appearances.
Respond to requests for information from the public, other municipalities, state officials, or state and federal legislative offices.
Coordinate or maintain office tracking systems for correspondence or follow-up actions.
Train other workers or coordinate their work, as necessary.
Research information in the municipal archives upon request of public officials or private citizens.
Perform contract administration duties, assisting with bid openings or the awarding of contracts.
Participate in the administration of municipal elections, such as preparation or distribution of ballots, appointment or training of election officers, or tabulation or certification of results.
Search files and contact witnesses, attorneys, or litigants to obtain information for the court.
Issue various permits and licenses, such as marriage, fishing, hunting, and dog licenses, and collect appropriate fees.
Plan or direct the maintenance, filing, safekeeping, or computerization of all municipal documents.
Prepare dockets or calendars of cases to be called.

Work Styles

Persistence

Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Achievement/Effort

Initiative

Leadership

Cooperation

Concern for Others

Social Orientation

Self-Control

Stress Tolerance

Adaptability/Flexibility

Dependability

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Independence

Innovation

Analytical Thinking

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