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Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court

Department:Clerk of Circuit Court
Reports to:Clerk of Circuit Court
Grade/Wage:Grade 8 / $21.00 to $28.00
FLSA Status/Hours:Non-exempt, 40 Hours per week

Summary



Assists the Clerk of Circuit Court in managing and coordinating the civil, criminal, small claims, traffic, family, and jury operations of the Langlade County Circuit Court. This role ensures the integrity of the judicial system by receiving, processing, and preserving official court records, while providing procedural support to legal professionals, agency partners, and the general public.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Acts with the full statutory authority of the Clerk of Circuit Court in their absence or during an official vacancy, executing all duties required under Wisconsin State Statutes. Performs routine administrative tasks and office support operations as directed. Other duties may be required or assigned.

 

Courtroom Operations and Trial Support

  • Manages real-time courtroom processes, including capturing precise minutes of proceedings, administering oaths, managing evidence, and tracking judicial decisions.
  • Coordinates and optimizes the daily judicial calendar to ensure efficient scheduling and flow across multiple active courtrooms.


 

Case Management & Legal Processing

  • Initiates, updates, and formally disposes of civil, criminal, small claims, traffic, family, and paternity cases within state-mandated automated systems.
  • Reviews incoming complex legal documents for statutory compliance, processes restraining orders, issues warrants, and accurately calculates statutory fees, fines, and restitution.


 

Jury Administration

  • Manages the lifecycle of jury selection, processing questionnaires, coordinating exemptions, and overseeing juror orientation and daily operations during active trials.


 

Public & Interpersonal Relations

  • Acts as the primary public face of the court system, handling intense public conflict and navigating highly emotional situations with clear procedural guidance and proven de-escalation strategies.


 

Qualifications



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience

  • Associate’s degree or higher in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal environment, court clerk operation, or a highly regulated administrative capacity.


 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Deep working knowledge of Wisconsin State Statutes and procedural frameworks governing circuit court administration.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills, specifically including conflict resolution, active listening, and verbal de-escalation techniques under stressful conditions.
  • Strong organizational competence with high attention to detail required for auditing legal records and processing complex documentation.


 

Technological Skills



Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Windows, and the ability to master specialized court automation systems (CCAP). Able to use digital audio recorder systems.

 

Physical Demands



The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. Occasional kneeling, stooping, or crawling; ability to lift and move records or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. Must adapt to changing schedules, cross-train in multiple statutory areas, and remain flexible when court sessions extend past normal working hours.

 

Work Environment



The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal office setting with low to moderate noise levels.

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