Deputy Clerk Supervisor - Criminal Court

Deputy Clerk Supervisor - Criminal Court

Salary

$72,466.00 - $97,827.00 Annually

Location

Chesterfield, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

27-00261

Department

Circuit Court Clerk

Opening Date

11/02/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

The Circuit Court Clerk's Office is the administrative arm of the Circuit Court. Our day-to-day operations significantly impact the Chesterfield community. The Clerk's Office prioritizes accessibility, transparency, effectiveness and being constituent focused. The staff within the Clerk's Office are responsible for providing administrative support, record keeping, case management, court-related financial matters, and, most importantly, adhering to the law.

Position Summary:

The Chesterfield Circuit Court Clerk's Office is seeking a highly skilled Criminal Court Division Supervisor to lead daily operations in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment. This role requires strong independent judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex workflows governed by strict statutory requirements. The Supervisor oversees all staff within the Division, ensuring accurate case processing, excellent customer service, and full compliance with Virginia law and internal policies. Perform other work as required.

Benefits:

• Annual salary range of $72,466 - $97,827 based on experience. To maintain pay equity among staff, the ideal candidate will be offered $82,000, flexible based on experience.
• Medical/dental and retirement benefits with generous employer contributions.
• Access to a wide range of benefits including life insurance, disability, 529 savings plans, wellness incentives, EAP, PTO, medical leave, and more.
• Workplace grounded in values of respect, growth, and dedication to service.
• On-site fitness area and wellness room.
• Ability to work remotely one day per week, based on office needs and supervisor approval.
• Eligible for court certified manager certification, paid for by Clerk's Office.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational leadership - Directs daily activities of the Criminal Court Clerk Division, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

Staff supervision - Trains new employees, assigns work, evaluates performance, and provides coaching to maintain high productivity and quality standards.

Workflow and coverage management - Coordinates scheduling, duty rotation, and leave approvals to maintain adequate coverage for counter service, call center operations, and courtroom support.

Case-processing oversight - Supervises intake, docketing, service of process, courtroom updates, financial assessments, and post-court actions for all criminal cases.

Customer and agency support - Assists defendants, attorneys, law enforcement, and justice partners; resolves complex inquiries and escalated customer-service issues.

Interagency coordination - Collaborates with judges, prosecutors, probation, law enforcement, and other justice partners to strengthen processes and resolve operational challenges.

Appeals administration - Oversees appeal filings, transcript orders, bond execution, and record preparation for higher courts.

Administrative and research duties - Prepares reports, conducts legal and procedural research, manages sensitive correspondence, and supports restoration-of-rights and DOC inquiries.

Evidence management - Oversees evidence retention, destruction, inventory tracking, and coordination with law enforcement.

Special projects - Leads automation initiatives, record-conversion projects, and other assignments at the discretion of the Clerk of Court.

Ideal Candidate

Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills

Thrives in a high-volume, detail-driven environment

Possesses advanced knowledge of criminal case processing and court operations

Excels at problem-solving, staff development, and interagency collaboration

Minimum Qualifications:

Please note: A cover letter is required with application. Please attach a cover letter (preferably a PDF) before submitting the application online. In your cover letter, be sure to address what drew you to this position and how your previous experience will help you succeed in this role.

• Bachelors degree in public administration or a related field;
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a court/legal environment;
• One (1) to two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience in all of the above, preferably in a court/legal environment.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required.

Shift

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Work Location

Circuit Court Clerk

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

For information on county benefits, view Employee Benefits Summary.

Employer Chesterfield County

Address Human Resources Department

9901 Lori Road / P.O. Box 40

Chesterfield, Virginia, 23832

Phone 804-748-1551 (Office)

Website http://www.chesterfield.gov