Deputy Clerk of Court

The Albany County Clerk of District Court is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Clerk.  This position is a full-time benefitted position.  The Deputy Clerk is responsible for technical clerical work in the administrative support office within the court.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent;


• Proficient in spelling and understanding of legal terms;


• Basic data entry and computer skills;


• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• The ability to work as part of a team;


• The ability to interact with the public;


• Possess a willingness to learn and be motivated to work hard;


• Courtroom/legal experience preferred

The Clerk of District Court Deputy is responsible for the following:

• Attend court hearings and assist the Judge with court proceedings.


• Keep detailed entries of all court hearings. Enter court proceedings in a computerized information system (Fullcourt Enterprise, FCE).


• Prepare and/or maintain case files and appeal files, judgment and sentence forms, and related court documents.


• Receive payment of court fines and fees, bail, bond and child support. Record, receipt and deposit payments according to established court procedures.


• Provide case status and case information to attorneys, agencies, and the general public on court hearings and procedures (NOT LEGAL ADVICE).


• Keep accurate and complete case records, make required docket entries, prepare case files for court sessions, ensuring files are complete and accurate.


• Initiate correspondence when necessary. 


• Ensure that jurors in a random selection are notified for jury duty. Oversee trial processes with regard to oaths in the courtroom, case timeline, and bailiff activities.


• Perform passport application processing and record searches. 


• Interact with Department of Criminal Investigation regarding disposition reporting.


• Other duties as may be assigned.

Salary:   $40,000 per year

Albany County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  We will conduct background investigations for the final candidate being considered for employment.