The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is a fast-paced, high-volume, and innovative organization seeking professionals who like the challenge of variety to join our team.
If you are a team player with a passion for delivering outstanding service then we want you to join our Criminal Front Counter team in County Criminal!
As a member of the Criminal Front Counter, you will assist a wide-range of customers coming into the courthouse seeking assistance in relation to criminal, misdemeanor, traffic violations and more! Some responsibilities in this role may include accepting payments, answering customer inquiries, reinstating driver’s licenses and setting court dates.
Apply now to join this dynamic team!
Why join our Clerk family? Because our Clerk family is our top priority! Total Compensation packages include:
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Generous paid time off and 17 paid holidays – yes you read that right!
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Superior health care plans with lower costs to you
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Retirement choices through the Florida Retirement System and deferred compensation plan
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Award-Winning Wellness Program that gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
At the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office you can:
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Work with a purpose
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Give back to the community
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Be part of a family
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Build your skills
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Pursue career advancement opportunities
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Reach your professional and personal goals
Examples of Essential Functions
- Performs as a Court Compliance Ambassador by assisting customers in the Payment Plan Office.
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Assists Court Specialist Lead and management team with quality control overall departmental efficiency and procedural development as needed.
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Assists customers with questions in person, over the phone, and through email.
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Interact with a wide range of customers, including: law enforcement, defense counsel, prosecutors, defendants, and probation officers.
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Conduct criminal history checks by reviewing both current and archived records.
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Research and respond timely to requests received from FDLE and the FBI for records related to pending firearm transactions.
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Receive and cashier payments for criminal fines and fees, services charges, criminal traffic and ordinance violations; reinstates driver's licenses.
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Review applications requesting a finding of indigency and make the appropriate finding based upon federal poverty guidelines.
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Scans and updates over-the-counter citations.
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Sets court hearings.
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Assist customers in setting up court ordered payment plans.
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Provide payments to subpoenaed witnesses appearing for deposition or testimony before the court.
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Receive and process pleadings filed over the counter by self-represented individuals or probation officers.
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Review daily reports to ensure customers receive satisfactions of judgments and affidavits to reinstate driver’s license.
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Provides statistical reports; runs collections process and payoff requests; performs other customer service related functions.
Typical Qualifications
High school diploma (or GED) supplemented by five (5) years of recent and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data preferably in an automated systems environment; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Some vocational or college courses preferred. Once qualified deputization may be required to perform the assigned functions.
Supplemental Information
Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at careers@mypalmbeachclerk.com or 561 355 4172.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295, Section 09 (b) and (c), Veterans’ Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty and shall apply only to a veteran's first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the Clerk’s office supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. To claim preference, an applicant must complete and upload both the Veterans’ Preference Claim Form and required documentation prior to the position’s posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates’ non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments, which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans’ preference for a vacant position is not selected, they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans’ preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified, they must file their complaint with the DVA within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified.