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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

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Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent

    Percentage of Respondents:50

  • Some college, no degree

    Percentage of Respondents:18

  • Associate's degree

    Percentage of Respondents:13

  • High school diploma or equivalent

    Percentage of Respondents:50

  • Some college, no degree

    Percentage of Respondents:18

  • Associate's degree

    Percentage of Respondents:13