Court Clerks and Related Court Services Occupations perform some or all of the following duties:

• Call courts to order and read charges
• Take pleas from defendants and swear in witnesses
• Prepare court files, dockets, and documents
• Record proceedings and rulings
• Manage court exhibits
• Participate in jury selection
• Maintain paper and digital court records
• Handle fines, fees, and trust funds
• Assist the public in court offices
• Prepare courtrooms before hearings
• Escort judges
• Maintain courtroom security
• Monitor proceedings and enforce rules
• Transport prisoners
• Maintain prisoner records
• Coordinate court administrative services
• Supervise court clerks and staff
• Schedule trials and hearings
• Oversee judicial records
• Assist in preparing budgets
• Support personnel and facility management

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• On-the-job training is typically provided for court clerks and court officers.
• Special Constable Certification may be required for some roles.
• A one- to two-year post-secondary diploma in office administration or a related field may be required.
• Court administrators may require a post-secondary diploma or university degree in law, business, judicial administration, or a related field.
• Prior clerical or court-related experience may be required for senior roles.
• Many employers offer paid leave, health benefits, pension contributions, and other workplace benefits depending on the organization and sector.