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Job Summary
At District Court, we carry out our mission of serving the people of Clark County with a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about creating an inclusive work culture that celebrates and promotes diversity. Find your calling with us!
Our team is currently seeking a Court Assistant III to join a dynamic, innovative group of Court Assistant team members.
The position will involve a wide range of technical operations requiring specialized legal knowledge. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday.
This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule upon completion of fifty percent of the probationary period. (Currently with up to two remote days per week).
This position is represented by Local 11 - OPEIU (Office and Professional Employees International Union, AFL-CIO).
Our employees participate in various internal focus groups and workshops dedicated to process improvement and innovation. This gives us a voice in how we accomplish great things in service to our community.
We also celebrate our achievements and create happy moments because we value personal wellbeing.
Our workforce leads a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employee Council. This gives us opportunities and empowers us to leave a mark on the world in specific and profound ways.
We provide additional compensation to employees whose positions require them to use a second language in the course of their responsibilities. Employees certified to offer bilingual services receive an additional pay premium of fifty dollars ($50.00) per pay period.
By joining our team, you will get an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to various court processes.
Qualifications
Who We Are Looking For:

• You are a detail-oriented person with a strong motivation to learn new processes and a passion for advancing social justice in our community.
• You share our values of integrity, ethics, and innovation.
• You are familiar with legal terminology and court processes.
• You lean on your team for support and offer your support in return.
• You pride yourself on the ability to listen and to ask follow-up questions.
• You are skilled at preparing professional quality work products.
• Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.
• Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine, repetitive tasks.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient technological skills in computer programs and applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, peers, other agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Two years of clerical word-processing and typing work experience, which includes at least one year of work directly related to the work of the class; or one year (45 credit hours) of post-secondary business, legal, or office occupational training or education may be substituted for one year of required experience.
Knowledge of: Modern office practices; business English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation; the operation of Court and court processing activity.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the "Resume Upload" section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - Recruitment may require a practical exam that is job-related and may include, but is not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job-related and may include, but is not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue the process.
Employee references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is the general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
Examples of Duties
As a Court Assistant III, your typical daily responsibilities will be to:

• Process administrative record requests;
• Testify in court proceedings regarding District Court records;
• Process appeals;
• Handle all court exhibits;
• Seal records;
• Archive court records;
• Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside agencies concerning case or court process-related information;
• Maintain multiple data and case management systems;
• Assist in training of other assigned staff;
• Actively advance District Court's mission and vision by promoting a culture of learning, innovation, inclusion, and respect.

Salary Grade
Local 11.7
Salary Range
$28.12 - $37.96- per hour
Close Date
09/14/2026Recruiter
Leslie Harrington Smith
Email:
Leslie.HarringtonSmith@clark.wa.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/
If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.