District Court Clerk I - Kapolei, Oahu

To qualify for the District Court Clerk I position, you must meet the education and experience requirements. Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. One year of specialized experience in a court or legal setting is also necessary. Additionally, you must be able to type at 40 net words per minute.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Excess experience of the type described below or work experience requiring the ability to read, comprehend, and apply written directions or a high degree of verbal skills may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year of work experience in a court or legal setting, which included the preparation and/or processing of legal forms and documents in court proceedings.
• Ability to type at a rate of 40 net words per minute.
• Applicant's typing proficiency may be evaluated by the appointing authority.
• Failure to meet the proficiency requirements may result in suspension of the applicant's eligibility.
• The Judiciary Human Resources Department reserves the right to test an applicant when there is evidence that the applicant may not meet the proficiency requirements.

Authors the official court record in a court of limited jurisdiction for District Court traffic and criminal arraignment or civil small claims court proceedings.

• Prepares documents ordered by the court.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Manages case files and ensures accurate record-keeping.
• Interacts with judges, attorneys, and the public in a professional manner.

Full-time employment.

• Continuous recruitment
• no set closing date; applications accepted until position is filled.
• Must be able to type at 40 net words per minute.
• May be required to pass a typing test administered by the Judiciary.

Recruitment Number: 26-139LK.

• Position is located in Kapolei, Oahu.
• Salary: $4,221 per year (SR-15 level).
• Continuous recruitment means applications are accepted until the position is filled; early application is encouraged.
• Applicants must be available to work full-time.
• The Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer.
• For questions, contact the Judiciary Human Resources Department via the official application portal.
• Typing test may be required; practice to ensure you meet the 40 wpm standard.

The Hawai`i State Judiciary is the judicial branch of the state government, responsible for interpreting and applying the law in Hawai`i. It operates courts across the islands, including the District Court in Kapolei, Oahu. The Judiciary is committed to providing fair and accessible justice to all residents and visitors. This role directly supports the court's mission by ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient processing of legal documents. Working for the Judiciary offers a stable career in public service with opportunities to contribute to the legal system.