Court, Municipal, and License Clerks
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.
Common Job Titles
- City Clerk
- Court Clerk
- License Clerk
- Town Clerk
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeEvaluate case docket information and filing compliance to determine adherence to court standards and regulatory requirements.Proficient
- KnowledgeOrganize administrative workflows and case documentation prioritizing multiple tasks across judicial and municipal functions independently.Proficient
- MindsetBalance confidentiality requirements with public access to information when managing sensitive court records and responding to information requests.Proficient
- KnowledgeApply legal procedures and governmental regulations when processing court documents, licenses, and permits in municipal or judicial settings.Developing
- Hands-onOperate court recording and data management systems using specialized judicial software and document scanning equipment.Developing
- MindsetEngage with diverse public stakeholders seeking licenses, permits, or court services demonstrating professionalism and service orientation under time constraints.Developing
- KnowledgePrepare official correspondence, agendas, and legal drafts for judges, attorneys, and municipal councils following established templates and protocols.Developing
- KnowledgeExplain licensing requirements, court procedures, and fee structures to members of the public in clear, accessible language.Developing
- Hands-onExecute financial transactions and fiscal record-keeping collecting fees, processing payments, and maintaining accurate account balances.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze case documentation and legal filings to identify missing information and ensure completeness prior to court proceedings.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Court, Municipal, and License Clerks (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
170,010
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $34,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $39,730. 50th percentile: U.S. $47,700. 75th percentile: U.S. $59,590. 90th percentile: U.S. $72,370. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $34,860 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $72,370 |
| Workers on average earn | $51,200 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.5/5
- Administrative4.3/5
- Law and Government4.1/5
- English Language4.0/5
- Administration and Management3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Zoom
Technology Skills
- Abilis CORIS Offender Management System
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Data Technologies Summit
- Email software
- IBM Judicial Enforcement Management System JEMS
- IBM Notes
- LexisNexis
- Spreadsheet applications
Tools & Equipment
- Audio recording equipment
- Ballot marking devices
- Ballot marking systems
- Cash drawers
- Computer data input scanners
- Computer inkjet printers
- Computer laser printers
- Computer touch screens