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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

Resource Details

On The Job

  • Core: Evaluate information on applications to verify completeness and accuracy and to determine whether applicants are qualified to obtain desired licenses.

  • Core: Perform administrative tasks, such as answering telephone calls, filing court documents, or maintaining office supplies or equipment.

  • Core: Verify the authenticity of documents, such as foreign identification or immigration documents.

  • Core: Record and edit the minutes of meetings and distribute to appropriate officials or staff members.

  • Core: Question applicants to obtain required information, such as name, address, or age, and record data on prescribed forms.

  • Core: Issue public notification of all official activities or meetings.

  • Core: Record and maintain all vital and fiscal records and accounts.

  • Core: Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.

  • Core: Answer questions or provide advice to the public regarding licensing policies, procedures, or regulations.

  • Core: Prepare meeting agendas or packets of related information.