Job Description

APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED THROUGH OUR EMPLOYMENT PORTAL FOUND AT:
https://waltonclerkfl.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Court Clerk I

General Responsibilities:
Under close supervision of the departmental supervisors, perform a variety of simple to moderately complex clerical work relating to legal procedures in Circuit and County Court.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or its equivalent required; and
• At least one (1) year of experience in clerical work is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:  

• Thorough knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Working knowledge of modern office methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and Adobe DC.
• Skill to operate with appropriate speed and accuracy a computer, printer, and standard office business machines including, but not limited to, a calculator, copier, scanner, and fax.
• Ability to type 30 correct words per minute.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.

• Ability to understand and follow simple to moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of simple to moderately complex records, compile data, and prepare reports.

Posted: 4/7/2026
Closes: 4/21/2026
Pay Rate: $17.8544/hourly

All applicants interested in applying with the Walton County Clerk of Courts & County Comptroller are required to complete an online application which can be obtained on the Clerk & Comptroller’s website. If an applicant does not have easy access to the internet, they may visit one of Walton County’s four public libraries or visit a CareerSource Okaloosa Walton location for internet access and assistance. If an applicant is unable to complete the online application, please contact Lauren Ervin at laurene@waltonclerk.com or 850-892-8115 to make accommodations. Proficiency testing will be required. 

The Walton County Clerk & Comptroller’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace. If you need accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in the application/ selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance. 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for waiver of post-secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. 

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Hourly pay, Work at office

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