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General Information

ID
1355
Main Organization
General Government
Location
Circuit Court Clerk's Office - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 48,671
Max Salary
$ 89,533
Posting Date
07-21-2026
Closing Date
08-04-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs independent clerical and administrative duties in the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality; demonstrates sound understanding of court operations, applicable laws, regulations, and procedures; provides courteous, informed service to a diverse public, defendants, attorneys, and stakeholders; works with minimal supervision and performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties
  • Responds to inquiries regarding active and inactive cases
  • Creates and maintains electronic criminal case files in the Case Imaging System (CIS)
  • Updates the Circuit Case Management System (CCMS)
  • Receipts cash bond payments
  • Issue notices, subpoenas, capiases, and summonses to show cause
  • Determines the need for obtaining a defendant's fingerprints and/or DNA sample
  • Prepares case files for hearings/trials and helps ensure incarcerated defendants are present in court or available by video
  • Receives and secures physical evidence introduced in court
  • Support Circuit Court Judges during court proceedings
  • Prepares continued custody and disposition orders
  • Assesses and collects court costs, fines, and restitution
  • Drafts court orders for entry by judges
  • Finalizes fines, costs, and restitution installment payment agreements
  • Drafts restricted licenses
  • Prepare case records and transmit them to appellate courts
  • Provides reports or information to Community Corrections and Pretrial Services, Department of Corrections, Department of Magistrate Services, Probation and Parole, Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of State Police, Department of Taxation, Henrico County Commonwealth's Attorney, Henrico County District Courts, Henrico County Sheriff's Department, Henrico County Police Department, and Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program
Additional Information

A cover letter and resume are required.


The expected hiring range will be at the lower end of the listed pay scale.


Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.

State or Federal Funding Clause
This agreement and the continuation of this position are contingent upon the availability of specific special revenue funds.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED; four (4) year degree preferred, and four (4) years of responsible clerical experience, preferably in the Court system or the legal field; or some work experience in the Court system or the legal field with four year degree; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).