Court, Municipal, and License Clerks
What They Do: 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.
Also Called: City ClerkCity RecorderCourt ClerkLicense ClerkLicense SpecialistMotor Vehicle Field Representative (MVFR)Motor Vehicle Licensing ClerkMunicipal ClerkPermits SpecialistTown Clerk
Resource Details
Detailed Work Activities
- Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
- Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
- Verify accuracy of financial or transactional data.
- Examine documents to verify adherence to requirements.
- Interview employees, customers, or others to collect information.
- Distribute materials to employees or customers.
- Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
- Record information from meetings or other formal proceedings.
- Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
- Maintain financial or account records.