Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court II, Civil Division Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department CIRCUIT COURT CLERK Division CIRCUIT COURT CLERK Requisition Number 2026345 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
NOTE: Compressed schedule is offered as an option.
Work Site Location 307 Albemarle Drive, Suite 300 A Chesapeake, VA 23322 Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE06 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
Based on work experience
Job Description
Our mission is to provide support to the court in the administration of equal justice and equal access, the preservation of court and land-related records, and our staff will continually create, acquire, and transfer knowledge to provide the delivery of quality service that is responsive to the needs of our citizens.
The Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court II purpose is to prepare, research, organize, and monitor all documentation for civil, land records and deeds, and probate matters.
Deputy Clerk Court II, responsibilities include but are not limited to: orders for Divorce Cases, Order of Designation & Referral Settlement Conference - these are set up when a Divorce couple have a judge listen to their cases over what both parties are trying to settle on.
Custody/Visitation Cases (family coming regarding their children), Appointment of Guardian and /or Conservator, Guardian A Litem - is a person who is seeking Guardianship of a family member.
Substantial Risk Order, Protective Order (granted, denial, continue, dismissed and denied, GAPL-Warrant in Debt, judgments orders must be precise for the judge to sign for the release of the bond, Medical Malpractice (suing for number of damages), Writ of Centiorari (property line and Zoning Board), Conceal Handgun Permit, Name Changes.
Performs and serves in the delivery of court case management (CCMS) support, court financial management (FAS) support, and Circuit Court Imaging System (CIS) interface with the judges and administrative support staff, prepare court orders, disseminate court orders and findings, and review and exchange court rulings and documentation with appropriate agencies. Process all judicial documents, accurately and timely, which affect one's life, liberty, property and future. Does jail mail, copy requests, issue subpoenas and subpoena duces tucem and those returned,
Processing front counter customer service including answer phone questions and written requests. Handling cash, credit cards, and other duties assigned. Entering new cases, i.e. lower courts and certified cases appeals.
Customer service and / or procedural justice is a must and attention to detail.
Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court II must be accountable in the use of public resources, which means our office is fiscally responsible and sustainable
NOTE: Deputy Clerk II eventually will be cross trained for the civil courtroom.: Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court II, class works within a general outline of work to be performed; develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires an associate's degree or any equivalent combination of education and court experience or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/15/2026 Job Close Date Open Continuous Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
The City of Chesapeake's Department of Human Resources is serving as an advertising agent for this vacancy. Screening and selection will be handled by the Circuit Court Clerk. Questions concerning the requisition or application status should be directed to the Circuit Court Clerk by calling 757-382-3000.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
No
Protective Equipment Required
Face Masks with Corvid-19
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other S = Seasonally If Other, Description Corvid-19 and the Flu
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust M = Several Times Per Month Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No, all the tasks the employees are capable of doing
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