the South Dakota State Government
Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I
the South Dakota State Government, Deadwood, South Dakota, United States, 57732
Offering a $500 New Hire Incentive
Job ID: 33351
Agency: Unified Judicial System, Fourth Judicial Circuit
Location: Deadwood, SD
Salary: $20.22 per hour
Closing date: 10/24/2025
Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and earns the public's trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all.
Position Purpose Assists with cases filed with the court clerk's office including criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition by developing and maintaining case files, assisting with scheduling and assigning hearings, assisting in courtroom proceedings, and implementing procedures for monetary dispositions; provides customer services daily to a wide variety of individuals and agencies; performs magistrate duties as assigned; and acts on behalf of the court clerk in his or her absence.
Responsibilities
Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines.
Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
Providing customer service by informing people about court protocols and procedures to ensure correct information.
Providing assistance in court rooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in‑court exhibits; empanelling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate court processes.
Performing clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist the circuit court in disposing of civil actions and to provide direct court contact for average citizens.
Performing other work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Upon hire the successful applicant must meet the following requirements before beginning employment:
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Resident of the state of South Dakota.
A voting resident within the circuit.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Court processes and procedures.
Legal terminology.
General office and bookkeeping practices.
Skill in
Time management.
Organization.
Customer service.
Ability to
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Learn on the job using written manuals and learn from context.
Listen and understand.
Work independently.
Recognize and defuse escalating situations with customers and staff.
Use computers and related software systems proficiently.
Multi‑task and adapt quickly to change.
Prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are done first.
Benefits Unified Judicial System offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11‑13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more. Benefits information is available at https://ujs.sd.gov/media/gbtinrye/come_work_for_us.pdf.
How to Apply Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2LB
Unified Judicial System 500 East Capitol Avenue Pierre, SD 57501‑5070 Phone: 605.773.4884
An Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and earns the public's trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all.
Position Purpose Assists with cases filed with the court clerk's office including criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition by developing and maintaining case files, assisting with scheduling and assigning hearings, assisting in courtroom proceedings, and implementing procedures for monetary dispositions; provides customer services daily to a wide variety of individuals and agencies; performs magistrate duties as assigned; and acts on behalf of the court clerk in his or her absence.
Responsibilities
Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines.
Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
Providing customer service by informing people about court protocols and procedures to ensure correct information.
Providing assistance in court rooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in‑court exhibits; empanelling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate court processes.
Performing clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist the circuit court in disposing of civil actions and to provide direct court contact for average citizens.
Performing other work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Upon hire the successful applicant must meet the following requirements before beginning employment:
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Resident of the state of South Dakota.
A voting resident within the circuit.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Court processes and procedures.
Legal terminology.
General office and bookkeeping practices.
Skill in
Time management.
Organization.
Customer service.
Ability to
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Learn on the job using written manuals and learn from context.
Listen and understand.
Work independently.
Recognize and defuse escalating situations with customers and staff.
Use computers and related software systems proficiently.
Multi‑task and adapt quickly to change.
Prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are done first.
Benefits Unified Judicial System offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11‑13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more. Benefits information is available at https://ujs.sd.gov/media/gbtinrye/come_work_for_us.pdf.
How to Apply Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2LB
Unified Judicial System 500 East Capitol Avenue Pierre, SD 57501‑5070 Phone: 605.773.4884
An Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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