Municipal / License / Court Clerk
Perform clerical duties for courts of law, municipalities, or governmental licensing agencies and bureaus. May prepare docket of cases to be called; secure information for judges and court; prepare draft agendas or bylaws for town or city council; answer official correspondence; keep fiscal records and accounts; issue licenses or permits; and record data, administer tests, or collect fees.
At a Glance
Municipal / License / Court Clerk earns an average of $57,665/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 4.5 years. Top skills: Clerical Works, Customer Service, Microsoft Outlook.
$57,665/yr
High school or GED
4.5 years
17
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Court, Municipal, and License Clerks
Median Wage
$47,700/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Merchandising
Lifting Ability
Calculations
Docketing (Court)
Probation
Preventive Maintenance
Engine Repair
Plumbing
Summary Judgment
Product Knowledge
Jury Trial
Legal Research
Subcontracting
Cash Register
Common Skills (14)
Clerical Works
Customer Service
Verbal Communication Skills
Detail Oriented
Operations
Communication
Interpersonal Communications
Computer Literacy
Advocacy
Presentations
Self-Motivation
Problem Solving
Certifications (2)
Valid Driver's License
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
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