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Application Process

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Office of Lydia Gardner, Orange County Clerk of Courts. The Orange County Clerk of Courts is a highly respected professional government organization. We seek to hire the best and brightest talent available. Most of our job opportunities are for entry-level clerical positions including Deputy Clerk I and Trial Clerk I.

Eligibility
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for employment with the Orange County Clerk of Courts. In addition, passing scores on computer-based skills assessments are required for clerical positions.

For entry-level positions, including Deputy Clerk I, we prefer candidates with one to two years of clerical experience. Starting pay for Deputy Clerk I is $10.64 per hour. For Trial Clerk I, one to two years of legal experience and or education is preferred. Starting pay for Trial Clerk I is $11.69 per hour.

Applying for Positions
The Orange County Clerk of Courts, Human Resources Division accepts applications for employment when positions are advertised. Applicants must submit a separate application for each position desired. Human Resources must receive applications (including the No Smoker Affidavit) on or before the position closing date to be considered. In addition, passing scores for computer-based skills assessments must be on file prior to the position closing date for clerical positions. Submitting an application and passing the required skills assessments does not guarantee an interview or employment. See “Applicant Testing” below for more information on the computer-based skills assessments, test center location and schedule.

Persons interested in applying for positions may do so by completing an Application for Employment and submitting it to the Human Resources Division.

Download a Job Application form. Print the form and fill it out completely. You may apply in person or by mail to:

Orange County Clerk of Courts
Human Resources
425 North Orange Avenue, Suite 530
Orlando, Florida 32801

The Human Resources Division accepts applications Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except holidays. Applications may be submitted to the Human Resources Division in person or by mail (at the address listed above) or by fax (407-836-6320).

Applicant Testing & Procedure

Applicant testing will be administered to individuals who have submitted an employment application to the Clerk of Courts for a currently advertised clerical position. A completed employment application may be submitted to the Human Resources representative upon arrival for a test session. Passing scores on computer-based tests are required for clerical positions.

Computer-Based Skills Assessments

Tests administered for clerical positions such as Deputy Clerk and Trial Clerk include the following:

Typing Test: This test measures keyboarding skills. A minimum score of 25 correct words per minute is required.

Alpha and Numeric Filing: Alpha and Numeric filing tests are administered. A minimum score of 70% is required on each test.

Data Entry Test: A data entry test will be administered. A minimum score of 5000 keystrokes per hour is required.

Test Center Location and Directions

Please note: The applicant test center is located witin the LYNX administrative offices at 455 N. Garland Ave. Orlando, FL, 32801. It is not located in the Human Resources Division. Parking for the test center is available at the CENTROPLEX parking garage which is within walking distance of the LYNX administrative office or applicants can ride the free Lymmo shuttle to the office.

A Human Resources representative will meet applicants at the main entrance, 455 N. Garland Ave. and take you to the testing room. Remember: Applicants must arrive 10 minutes prior to test time desired. Applicants arriving late will be asked to return for a future test date and time.

Applicant Testing Days & Times

Tuesdays: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am
and
Thursdays: 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

(Due to inclement weather testing for Tuesday, August 19, 2008 has been canceled. Please check this website regarding an update for testing on Thursday, August 21, 2008)

Application Status

You will be notified if selected for an interview. Please note that Human Resources is unable to give the status of your application by phone due to the volume of applications received.

Post-Employment Screenings

If you are selected for a position, a Human Resources representative will contact you to make a contingent offer of employment. All job offers with the Orange County Clerk of Courts are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the following:

Ø Completion of employment application and No Smoker Affidavit

Ø local, state and national criminal background and valid driver license checks

Ø employment and/or reference verification

Ø physical examination including screening for the presence of illegal narcotic substances

Ø Other requirements shall be stated within the posted job opportunity announcement.

Should you satisfactorily pass the post-employment screening process, a Human Resources representative will confirm your hire date.

Please be advised that an application may be considered invalid if it is found that an applicant has provided any incorrect, incomplete, or false statements and or information in connection with the application for employment (or applicant process).

Standards

Employment for the first six months will be on a probationary basis. Employee dress should reflect a positive image to customers and visitors, and should promote employee safety. Clothing should be businesslike, neat, clean and appropriate for the work performed. Visible body piercing, other than ear piercing, is not acceptable.

Additional Information

Please contact the Human Resources Division at 407-836-2338 for more information regarding our applicant process.

* In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in the applicant/selection process, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact a Human Resources representative at 407-836-2338 prior to your testing appointment.

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