DEPUTY CLERK I - 72003421

Requisition No: 872294 

Agency: Division of Administrative Hearings

Working Title: DEPUTY CLERK I - 72003421

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 72003421 

Salary:  $36,000.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/19/2026 

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Deputy Clerk I – 72003421

This advertisement is for a Career Service position located in the Office of Judges of Compensation Claims in Pensacola, FL.

Contact Person:  Judge David Langham (850) 595-6310

Salary: $36,000.00 Annually

Total Annual Compensation Package Estimate: $53,177

·       Salary $36,000

·       Insurance $9,204

·       Retirement $2,988

·       Leave and Holidays $4,985

Please Note:  This estimate is based on the Career Service Pay Plan, a Single Insurance Plan, and 0-5 years of Service with the State of Florida.

BENEFITS:

·       Exceptional health, dental, and vision.

·       Tuition reimbursement.

·       Excellent retirement benefits program.

·       Generous vacation program with paid holidays

·       40-hour work week with weekends off.

·       Tax deferred employee investment plan.

·       Job stability in an enriching and engaging work environment.

DESCRIPTION:

The duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Clerk I generally involve quality control of documents uploaded by OJCC staff; processing various reports; handling phone calls from district staff and the public; processing orders entered by judges; processing and uploading incoming mail; and cross-training for other positions. The duties may specifically include any or all of the following job functions:

• Detailed review of uploaded documents for accuracy;
• Case and docket management functions as required;
• Processing e-mail requests for database changes/updates;
• Processing and uploading incoming and outgoing mail;
• Generate a variety of reports on a daily basis and process appropriately;
• Perform petition processing as required;
• Answer telephone calls;
• Occasional coverage of various tasks for co-workers who may be out;
• Develop and maintains a system for tracking and monitoring deadlines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with  Microsoft computer programs, such as Word, Outlook, and Excel, and ability to learn the custom database program used for case management
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat;
• Outstanding attention to detail;
• High levels of concentration;
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and
• Ability to organize work and effectively manage  time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Must possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Experience in a legal setting is preferred.

·       Strong communication, reading, writing, and organizational skills.

·       Attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality.

Successful completion of Level 2 background screening is required for all positions with the Division of Administrative Hearings.

Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

If you are interested in this position and meet the above indicated qualifications and have the desired education, knowledge, and experience, please submit a State of Florida Application and resume through the People First system. If you experience problems applying on-line, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.