Deputy Clerk II

DEPUTY CLERK II WITH THE ARIZONA COURT OF APPEALS, DIVISION ONE

Do you take pride in producing quality work and enjoy providing excellent service to internal and external customers? Do you have an interest in the legal field or experience in a court environment? This may be the position for you.

The Court is engaged in meaningful work serving the citizens of Arizona. The Court of Appeals, Division One Clerk’s Office provides a team-oriented, professional environment with a consistent schedule and great benefits. The Court is conveniently located in downtown Phoenix and employees enjoy free parking and reduced cost on bus passes.

The Clerk’s Office is seeking a Deputy Clerk II to join our team. Deputy Clerks are responsible for processing court related documents, applying critical thinking skills to accurately enter information regarding cases into a computer court case management system and providing outstanding customer service in-person, over the phone and through e-mail.

The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, familiarity with legal documents, experience in customer service, and the ability to work well as part of a team in a busy professional environment.

Applicants must have a high school diploma (college preferred) and be able to work from 8AM through 5PM Monday through Friday.

Applicants should include the following when applying. Apply by Monday, October 19, 2026.

• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional but preferred)

Please click here to apply: Court of Appeals, Division One Job Postings

This position is open for both internal and external recruitment, and only applicants whose background and experience most closely meet the requirements of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for special accommodations to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The selection process may include first and/or second round interview panels as well as testing.

The Court offers an excellent benefits package that includes a choice of plans for optional medical, dental and vision insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long and short-term disability, discounted bus fares and an employee assistance program. Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is required. In addition, the Court’s leave policy includes ten paid holidays and annual accrual of vacation and sick leave, based on length of service.

• →Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• →Ability to follow directions verbally and in writing.
• →Ability to carry out routine tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• →Ability and willingness to accommodate changes in responsibilities, duties, and procedures to handle multiple priorities.
• →Initiative and sound judgment in decision-making.
• →Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• →Ability to work well in a busy, professional environment.
• →Ability to use various office technologies such as scanners, web-based applications, and MS Office Suite products in performing work duties.
• →Knowledge of general office procedures such as electronic file organization, communication through email, etc.
• →Ability to work in a computer-based data-entry environment.
• →Ability to optimize office workflow.
• →Ability to work well independently.
• →Ability to work well in group situations and assist in problem solving.
• →Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• →Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding pending court cases and business processes.
• →Dedication to a quality work product.
• →Ability to be bonded to handle money.

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Familiarity with legal documents and/or processes and procedures.
• Experience in customer service.
• Experience using a court case management system and/or electronic filing system.
• Ability to speak, read and write Spanish.
• College degree or coursework.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of the general nature and level of work an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee will encounter a typical office setting with frequent contact with other Deputy Clerks, and occasional contact with Staff Attorneys, administrative staff, judges, and judicial staff. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. The Selection Process may include first and/or second round panel interviews. Requests for special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview.

The Court of Appeals, Division One is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Everyone is encouraged to apply and compete for jobs. If you require assistance at any stage of the application/exam process or during employment, due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 452-6708.