City of Aurora
Court Clerk III – City of Aurora
Job Location: 14999 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, Colorado 80012‑1563
The City of Aurora is expanding and seeks dedicated, collaborative individuals who share our core values: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service. Applicants will join a team that values excellence and community impact.
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well‑Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On‑site fitness center and overall employee well‑being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Primary Duties & Responsibilities Salary Range: $22.76 – $28.45 per hour.
Deadline: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026. Applications are screened on a first‑come, first‑served basis and the position may close early.
Provides excellent customer service and general information concerning the court to the public, including interaction with prosecution, defendants, witnesses, jurors, and defense counsel.
Maintains court record‑keeping systems and data integrity through heavy data entry, updating, and filing of records and documents.
Processes incoming juvenile and adult municipal and traffic filings, including new violations.
Schedules upcoming court hearings in accordance with the court’s policies and procedures.
Reviews and evaluates legal documents, forms, applications, and other information for accuracy, completeness, acceptability, or compliance with judicial rules, city ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Provides heavy customer assistance via phone, email, text messaging, and in person, directing inquiries to appropriate departments, and operates a variety of office equipment and personal computers.
Explains and provides general information on judicial processes and procedures to court personnel, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
Receives, processes, and deposits a heavy volume of fines, fees, and related court/filing payments.
Balances daily cash drawer, prepares daily closeout for register, and completes all required reports related to receipting of fines, costs and payments received.
Confirms all judicial orders are entered including warrant cancellations and Personal Recognizance bonds, verifying fines, costs, restitution amounts for accuracy.
Closes files in accordance with Court Services procedures and Judicial orders.
Engages in written and oral communication with area agencies, the municipal judge, prosecuting attorney, court‑appointed counsel, and various legal professionals.
Communicates with clients and the public.
Utilizes document imaging for case files.
Ensures legal requirements are met; performs quality control and audit functions; maintains security or confidentiality of records.
Certifies and seals court documents; coordinates and purges case files.
Assists in the development of training plans and trains employees.
Performs varied and complex clerical work of a highly responsible nature under limited supervision.
Might handle CJIS‑related information.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience
At least three (3) years of clerical and filing experience, including dealing with the public and handling telephone calls.
At least three (3) years of heavy cash handling experience.
Court or law enforcement background preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
At least twelve (12) months of court experience.
Knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
Knowledge of business English and math.
Modern office practices and procedures.
Advanced understanding of court proceedings and city ordinances.
Advanced understanding of court and legal terminology.
Confidentiality requirements regarding court records documents.
Skills
Strong interpersonal and managerial skills.
Skill in the use of Windows‑based programs.
Strong customer service skills.
Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors.
Critical thinking skills.
Abilities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, citizens, and elected officials.
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Discern and apply differences between legal advice and explaining court processes.
Independent, collaborative learner.
Licenses And Certifications Required
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
NCIC / CCIC Certification may be required.
Essential Personnel & Physical Demands
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Light physical work that involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a time.
Frequent lifting, carrying, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping.
Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents.
Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens.
Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard, carts and moveable shelving.
Essential duties performed primarily in a professional office, public area setting.
May require occasional work on weekends/holidays.
Available to work 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday‑Friday, as well as weekends as needed.
Traditional in‑office work schedule.
Equipment Used
Standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software (email, internet, Word, Excel, and menu‑driven databases).
Position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g., vehicle, cell phone, etc.) in the course of employment.
Veterans Preference Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. This information will not be used to discriminate against you because of sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability, military status, or gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Drug Testing, Criminal Background Check, and Employment References As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants selected for safety‑sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety‑sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
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The City of Aurora is expanding and seeks dedicated, collaborative individuals who share our core values: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service. Applicants will join a team that values excellence and community impact.
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well‑Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On‑site fitness center and overall employee well‑being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Primary Duties & Responsibilities Salary Range: $22.76 – $28.45 per hour.
Deadline: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026. Applications are screened on a first‑come, first‑served basis and the position may close early.
Provides excellent customer service and general information concerning the court to the public, including interaction with prosecution, defendants, witnesses, jurors, and defense counsel.
Maintains court record‑keeping systems and data integrity through heavy data entry, updating, and filing of records and documents.
Processes incoming juvenile and adult municipal and traffic filings, including new violations.
Schedules upcoming court hearings in accordance with the court’s policies and procedures.
Reviews and evaluates legal documents, forms, applications, and other information for accuracy, completeness, acceptability, or compliance with judicial rules, city ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Provides heavy customer assistance via phone, email, text messaging, and in person, directing inquiries to appropriate departments, and operates a variety of office equipment and personal computers.
Explains and provides general information on judicial processes and procedures to court personnel, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
Receives, processes, and deposits a heavy volume of fines, fees, and related court/filing payments.
Balances daily cash drawer, prepares daily closeout for register, and completes all required reports related to receipting of fines, costs and payments received.
Confirms all judicial orders are entered including warrant cancellations and Personal Recognizance bonds, verifying fines, costs, restitution amounts for accuracy.
Closes files in accordance with Court Services procedures and Judicial orders.
Engages in written and oral communication with area agencies, the municipal judge, prosecuting attorney, court‑appointed counsel, and various legal professionals.
Communicates with clients and the public.
Utilizes document imaging for case files.
Ensures legal requirements are met; performs quality control and audit functions; maintains security or confidentiality of records.
Certifies and seals court documents; coordinates and purges case files.
Assists in the development of training plans and trains employees.
Performs varied and complex clerical work of a highly responsible nature under limited supervision.
Might handle CJIS‑related information.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience
At least three (3) years of clerical and filing experience, including dealing with the public and handling telephone calls.
At least three (3) years of heavy cash handling experience.
Court or law enforcement background preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
At least twelve (12) months of court experience.
Knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
Knowledge of business English and math.
Modern office practices and procedures.
Advanced understanding of court proceedings and city ordinances.
Advanced understanding of court and legal terminology.
Confidentiality requirements regarding court records documents.
Skills
Strong interpersonal and managerial skills.
Skill in the use of Windows‑based programs.
Strong customer service skills.
Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors.
Critical thinking skills.
Abilities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, citizens, and elected officials.
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Discern and apply differences between legal advice and explaining court processes.
Independent, collaborative learner.
Licenses And Certifications Required
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
NCIC / CCIC Certification may be required.
Essential Personnel & Physical Demands
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Light physical work that involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a time.
Frequent lifting, carrying, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping.
Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents.
Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens.
Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard, carts and moveable shelving.
Essential duties performed primarily in a professional office, public area setting.
May require occasional work on weekends/holidays.
Available to work 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday‑Friday, as well as weekends as needed.
Traditional in‑office work schedule.
Equipment Used
Standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software (email, internet, Word, Excel, and menu‑driven databases).
Position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g., vehicle, cell phone, etc.) in the course of employment.
Veterans Preference Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. This information will not be used to discriminate against you because of sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability, military status, or gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Drug Testing, Criminal Background Check, and Employment References As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants selected for safety‑sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety‑sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
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