DEPUTY CLERK II/PUBLIC SERVICE - PFT

DEPUTY CLERK II/PUBLIC SERVICE - PFT

Salary

$42,778.00 - $47,056.00 Annually

Location

Circuit Court, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09515

Department

Clerk of Courts

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

The purpose is to perform complex records management work in the Hampton Circuit Court Clerks office. Requires being deputized to administer oaths and conduct routine transactions on behalf of or in place of the Clerk.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years front-facing, customer service-related experience, preferably in a clerks office.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to deal effectively with challenging and changing deadlines.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check before any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires the ability to prepare effective written communication and the ability to communicate effectively verbally. Must be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and follow-up skills, and have the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Must be able to create and maintain harmonious relationships with diverse populations.
• Must be tactful and diplomatic while assisting team members and display integrity and good judgment.
• Knowledge of the judicial system, legal experience strongly preferred, detail-oriented, highly accurate, and good at juggling multiple tasks in a results-oriented teamwork environment.
• This is a non-exempt position.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergencies, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits."

Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Which of the following options best describes your highest level of education in Business Administration, Legal Studies or related field?

• High School or GED
• Some college coursework in Business Administration, Legal Studies or related field.
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree or higher

02

Which of the options below best describes your experience in front-facing customer service?

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 or more years of experience

03

I understand that I must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

04

I understand that this is non exempt position.

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

06

I understand that this position may be considered essential/emergency personnel for purposes of emergency/crisis management to include being "on call" or responding to emergency situations during inclement weather and/or other job-related conditions.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr