Court Technician I / II - Juvenile Courts - (0726)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Job Number
0804752
Department
Juvenile Court
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/24/2026 5:00 PM Arizona
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Nature of Work
Under supervision performs legal work of moderate difficulty recording and documenting court proceedings for hearings of various complexity and duration, processes, and distributes court documents and legal papers; interacts with judicial officials, attorneys, court staff, criminal justice officials, and parties in all types of actions; performs related work as assigned.
Court Technician I: Must successfully complete a skills-based typing and writing/grammar test.
Hiring Salary Ranges
Court Technician I: $45,560.00 - $47,838.00
Court Technician II: $49,116.00 - $51,571.80
Typical Duties
COURT TECHNICIAN I
- Attends court hearings of various complexity and duration, including but not limited to arraignments, default dissolutions, probate annual accounting, and others as assigned
- Determines, summarizes, and records the points and decisions reached in the course of the proceeding
- Extracts the information collected in the courtroom and prepares a cohesive, understandable Minute Entry
- Accesses, inputs, and maintains data in automated case management system
- Provides a monthly recap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attended
- Interprets, explains, and applies specific statutes, code regulations and procedures
- Impanels grand jury and trial juries
- Takes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictation
- Processes and distributes official records of formal orders, and other official and legal documents at the direction of the Judge
- Maintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled time
- Updates Court and judges calendars based on Court orders and coordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial Assistants
- Keeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judges ruling within legally set time limitations
- Marks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearings
- Certifies documents
- Reads information or indictment preceding criminal trials
- Closes out criminal case files which includes reporting felony convictions
- Issues bench warrants; prepares and maintains files
- Performs other duties as assigned
COURT TECHNICIAN II
- Attends all court hearings and determines, summarizes, and records the points and decision reached in the course of the proceedings
- Prepares multiple documents to carry out the judgment of the court
- Closes out criminal case files
- Prepares and submits Motor Vehicle Department abstracts and DPS disposition reports using computer applications
- Takes, transcribes, and dockets courtroom dictation, including orders from the court and stipulations and motions from counsel
- Summarizes court proceedings in minute entry form
- Creates, processes, and distributes official records of formal orders and other official and legal Documents at the direction of the Judge
- Maintains control of case files during Court hearings and assures files are available at the scheduled time
- Impanels grand jury and trial juries
- Keeps records of matters taken under advisement to assure judges ruling within legally set time limitations
- Provides monthly re-cap of all under-advisements and statistics of hearings attended
- Updates Court and judges calendars based on Court orders
- Coordinates calendars and schedules with Judicial Assistants
- Marks and maintains all submitted exhibits and assures exhibits are available at scheduled hearings
- Certifies documents
- Enters and maintains data in automated case management systems
- Reads information or indictment preceding criminal trials
- Issues bench warrants
- Prepares and maintains files
- Assists in the training of court technicians
- Performs other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting in court or at desk for shorthand, data entry, transcription and taking dictation; working with and around other court staff, clerks staff, attorneys, defendants and the public; dealing with interruptions from co-workers, phones and unscheduled hearings; repetitive motion hand / wrist for data entry and transcription; vision acuity (near / far) for computer and courtroom work; Hearing for courtroom testimony, etc.; touch for shorthand, and computer work.
Minimum Qualifications
COURT TECHNICIAN I
Two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR
Associate degree in a related field and two years of experience in a business environment or training in business procedures; must have keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute and take dictation at 60 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment; OR
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Preferred qualifications
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Juvenile Delinquency and/or Juvenile Dependency processes.
- Prior experience working in a court, legal, or justice system setting, such as juvenile court, clerk of court, legal office, prosecution, defense, or probation.
- Proven ability to take, summarizing, and transcribing meeting minutes or legal proceedings
COURT TECHNICIAN II
Three years of progressively responsible clerical work; including at least one year experience as a Court Technician I; OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to type 50 words per minute and/or have experience with digital recording equipment. Must successfully pass background investigation, including fingerprint clearance. May be assigned to an alternate work schedule which includes evenings.
Preferred qualifications
- Two or more years courtroom tech/clerk experience.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Juvenile Delinquency and/or Juvenile Dependency processes.
- Prior experience working in a court, legal, or justice system setting, such as juvenile court, clerk of court, legal office, prosecution, defense, or probation.
- Experience taking, summarizing, and transcribing meeting minutes or legal proceedings.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
COURT TECHNICIAN I
Considerable knowledge of:
- Use of modern office equipment
- Taking and transcribing dictation
Working knowledge of:
- Arizona statutes and Rules of Procedure
- Court and legal terminology and procedures
- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
- Legal terminology and business English
- Computer applications
Ability to:
- Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality of court matters
- Perform complex paperwork processing and calendaring tasks with speed and accuracy in a courtroom environment
- Meet deadlines and maintain work flow
- Type accurately
- Accurately maintain records and prepare reports
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
COURT TECHNICIAN II
Considerable knowledge of:
- Court and legal terminology and procedures
- Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment
- Procedures, guidelines, and statutory requirements that govern the duties of courtroom clerks
Working knowledge of:
- Legal terminology and business English
- Arizona statutes and Rules of Procedure
- Computer applications
Skill in:
- Use of modern office equipment
- Taking and transcribing dictation
Ability to:
- Make sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality of court matters
- Perform complex paperwork processing and calendaring tasks with speed and accuracy in a courtroom environment
- Meet deadlines and maintain workflow
- Type accurately
- Accurately maintain records and prepare reports
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
Elective Coverage
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability
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JC1: Those who will be considering you for employment with the Coconino County Juvenile Court and Probation Department will use this application for reference. An extensive background investigation of your personal history will be conducted. The existence of any of the conditions listed in this application may result in rejection from the selection process. These areas will be explored during an extensive background investigation and polygraph examinations. If you have used dangerous drugs within the last 5 years, you will not be considered for this position. Please for additional information. Please confirm you have read, understand, and agree to the aforementioned conditions and criteria by checking the box.
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JC2: Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Services?
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JC3: Are you a Non-U.S. citizen or not eligible for work in the United States?
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JC4: Are you younger than 21 years of age?
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JC5: Do you need accommodation in the application or testing process due to a disability?
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JC6: Have you used dangerous/illegal drugs in the last 5 years?
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Employer Coconino County
Address 219 E Cherry Ave
Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001
Phone 928-679-7100
Website http://www.coconino.az.gov