Records Clerk (Desert Only: Indio and Palm Springs)
Salary
$19.86 - $25.88 Hourly
Location
Indio and Palm Springs, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26RCDES - 01
Department
Records Management
Opening Date
04/21/2026
Welcome
Start your career in public service with Riverside Superior Court as a Records Clerk! This entry-level role is perfect for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy organizing information, working with electronic records, and ensuring the accuracy of critical legal documentation.
As a Records Clerk, youll help support the courts operations by imaging, indexing, and retrieving court records while maintaining confidentiality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess at least a high school diploma or GED and one year of clerical experience that includes providing customer service to the public, preferably in a professional work environment. If you're dependable, tech-savvy, and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!
This position will provide support to the Desert Region which includes the Indio and Palm Springs courthouses.
For a complete list of the qualifications and essential duties, please refer to the job description.
About the Riverside Superior Court
Riverside is the fourth largest county in California and the 10th largest in the United States. There are fourteen court facilities spanning 7,300 square miles that serves Riverside's 2.4 million residents. The courts and its employees hold a unique role in the public sector. The mission of the Riverside Superior Court is, "…in a fair, accessible, effective, and efficient manner, resolve disputes arising under the law and interpret and apply the law consistently, impartially, and independently to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and of the United States."
Competitive Compensation Package
At Riverside Superior Court, we reward hard work and dedication!
We offer:
Application Process
All applicants are required to submit a completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. To learn more about how to create an application, click HERE.
Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental questionnaire.
Human Resources will review applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; therefore, it is to your benefit to include all current and previous related work experience. When listing Court experience, please include dates and classification of each position held, if more than one.
Selection Procedures:
This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the Court have been met and may close at any time. However, the deadline to apply for first round consideration is Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.
All applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; those candidates deemed most qualified may be invited to an online or written assessment, if applicable.
Candidates who take and successfully pass the assessment may be invited to an oral panel interview. Candidates who are successful in the interview may be placed on an eligible list. Placement on an eligible list is not a guarantee of employment.
Additional steps for the selection process may include a comprehensive background check and drug test.
Status Notifications
You will be notified by email and/or text message during the process of this recruitment through governmentjobs.com. Please check your email spam/junk folders and accept emails ending with governmentjobs.com and riverside.courts.ca.gov. If your information changes, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
Reasonable Accommodations
Riverside Superior Court provides reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 951-777-3017 or Recruitment@riverside.courts.ca.gov if you feel you will need an accommodation for any aspect of the selection process. The Human Resources Department requests that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the examination so that a reasonable accommodation may be made.
At the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, we are committed to not only providing a rewarding career but also taking care of our employees in every way possible. We understand that your health and well-being are just as important as your work, which is why we offer a powerhouse benefits package designed with YOU in mind.
Here's what you get when you join our team:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Court Contributions:
Employee Only: $1,264/month
Employee + 1 Dependent: $2,117/month
Employee + Family: $2,754/month
Financial Flexibility: Save smart with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Peace of Mind: Secure supplemental life insurance benefits through Lincoln Financial.
Court paid basic life/accidental dismemberment (AD&D) insurance in the amount of:
$25,000/$25,000
Golden Retirement: Build a strong future with a CalPERS pension and additional Nationwide 457(b) retirement savings options.
Emotional Wellness: Access confidential support through our court provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) whenever you need it.
Work-Life Balance You Can Count On:
Generous Paid Time Off
14 Paid Holidays
Alternative Work Schedule
Depending on your role, you may be eligible for:
9/80 Schedule: Work 80 hours over 9 days.
4/10 Schedule: Work four 10-hour days with a three-day weekend, every week.
Hybrid Work Options: Some positions may qualify for a hybrid schedule, blending in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work.
Bereavement Leave for lifes toughest moments
Tuition Discounts to help you grow and learn
Crushing Student Debt?
We've got you covered. We offer eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF) Certification-so you can keep building your career and wipe out your student loans.
This is more than a job-it's a career with purpose, benefits, and a team that's got your back.
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The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the question. If you do not have experience, please write "None". NOTE: See résumé, See above, or copy and paste of your résumé are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.
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This position will support the Desert Region, which includes court locations in Blythe, Indio, and Palm Springs. I acknowledge that travel may be required to any location within the region, as needed.
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Do you have the ability to travel between or among different work locations when needed to carry out job related essential functions. If traveling in own vehicle or court vehicle, a valid California Driver License is required.
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Which best describes your level of education?
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Physical Demands: The Records Clerk position is one of the most physically demanding positions within the courts. You may often be assigned to functions that require you to be on your feet daily, filing court records away, pulling files for the courtrooms, boxing or rearranging files in the filing room. This will at times also consist of putting documents or files in order, to maximize filing efficiency. Occasionally, you will need to lift up to 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 5 to 25 pounds. I understand that by answering "Yes" below, I meet the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodation(s).
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How many years of clerical experience do you possess including providing customer service to the public in a professional work environment?
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Do you have any employment gap(s) within the last 10 years? If yes, please answer the question below. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification.
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Please explain any gap(s) in employment. If none, indicate "None."
Required Question
Employer Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Address 4050 Main Street
Riverside, California, 92501
Phone (951) 777-3017
Website http://courtjobs.com