Deputy Court Clerk (Romeo) Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.
SALARY: $41,328.19 - $53,454.55DEPARTMENT: District Court Romeo
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 10/21/2026 12:00 a.m.
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt. Overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy Employment Relationship: Just cause subject to probationary periodCURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:00am. GENERAL SUMMARYUnder direction, performs a variety of complex and specialized clerical tasks. Processes paperwork for civil, criminal and/or traffic court cases. Updates and maintains files, records, and reports. Provides assistance and information on Court matters as appropriate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESProcesses necessary paperwork for civil, criminal and traffic court cases, open case files, reviews files for court action. Receives new cases filed with the Court and enters into the Court Management System (CMS).Provides assistance and information on Court matters and procedures to attorneys, law enforcement officers and members of the public as appropriate. Enters data and retrieves information on records and forms. Types a variety of letters, reports, forms and other correspondence. Updates and maintains files, records and reports. Receives incoming telephone calls, answers questions appropriate to skill level, and relays messages to appropriate individuals. Makes duplicate copies of reports and/or information. Files and/or routes them to proper persons, departments. Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers, scanners, facsimile machines, copiers, calculators and adding machines. Performs related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONSRequired Education and Experience High school diploma or General Educational Development Test (GED) equivalent One (1) year of clerical experience Preferred Education and Experience Previous experience in a court, legal or government setting Additional college credits from an accredited college or university or business school trainingCOMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESKnowledge of: Legal terminology and court procedures State Court Administrator Office (SCAO) requirements and guidelines Court rules, forms and order of processing Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment Judicial Information System (JIS) Skill in: Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships and customer service Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, Administrators, Department Heads, staff, union officials and the public Maintain complex clerical records and prepare reports from such records Work in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity Campaign Effectively speak, write and understand the English language Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files Maintain the confidentiality of information Work independentlyWORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONSThe work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Work Environment:
Office or similar indoor environment: F/COutdoor environment: N/SStreet environment (near moving traffic): N/SConstruction site: N/SConfined space: N/SExposuresIndividuals who are hostile or irate: OIndividuals with known violent backgrounds: OExtreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/SExtreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/SCommunicable diseases: N/SMoving mechanical parts: N/SFumes or airborne particles: N/SToxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste: N/SLoud noises (85+ decibels) : N/SBlood Borne Pathogens: N/SPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously:
DemandBalancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/SBending (forward or backward bending at the waist): OClimbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/SCrawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/SDigging involves manual digging : N/SDriving on sealed and unsealed roads: N/SGrasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/CKneeling to work at low levels: N/SManual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/CLift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):Up to 10 pounds11-24 pounds: O25-34 pounds: N/S35-50 pounds: N/S51-74 pounds: N/S75-99 pounds: N/SOver 100 pounds: N/SPush / Pull objects away from or towards the body: N/SReaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): OSitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/CStanding in an upright position without movement: F/CWalking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: ORunning considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/SGENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERSComplies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State's Emergency Management Act and the County's Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job