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.
SOC: 43-4031.00
Common Job Titles
City Clerk
Court Clerk
License Clerk
Town Clerk
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeEvaluate case docket information and filing compliance to determine adherence to court standards and regulatory requirements.
Proficient
KnowledgeOrganize administrative workflows and case documentation prioritizing multiple tasks across judicial and municipal functions independently.
Proficient
MindsetBalance confidentiality requirements with public access to information when managing sensitive court records and responding to information requests.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply legal procedures and governmental regulations when processing court documents, licenses, and permits in municipal or judicial settings.
Developing
Hands-onOperate court recording and data management systems using specialized judicial software and document scanning equipment.
Developing
MindsetEngage with diverse public stakeholders seeking licenses, permits, or court services demonstrating professionalism and service orientation under time constraints.
Developing
KnowledgePrepare official correspondence, agendas, and legal drafts for judges, attorneys, and municipal councils following established templates and protocols.
Developing
KnowledgeExplain licensing requirements, court procedures, and fee structures to members of the public in clear, accessible language.
Developing
Hands-onExecute financial transactions and fiscal record-keeping collecting fees, processing payments, and maintaining accurate account balances.
Developing
KnowledgeAnalyze case documentation and legal filings to identify missing information and ensure completeness prior to court proceedings.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Court, Municipal, and License Clerks (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
170,010
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $34,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $39,730. 50th percentile: U.S. $47,700. 75th percentile: U.S. $59,590. 90th percentile: U.S. $72,370. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$34,860
10% of workers earn the following or more
$72,370
Workers on average earn
$51,200
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Customer and Personal Service4.5/5
Administrative4.3/5
Law and Government4.1/5
English Language4.0/5
Administration and Management3.5/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
