Associate or Assistant Clerk (Depends on Qualifications)

The Ohio Court of Claims is a statutorily created court with statewide jurisdiction and hears claims against the state of Ohio for money damages, appeals from Attorney General decisions regarding claims filed under the Victims of Crime Compensation Program, and complaints from citizens against government agencies regarding denial of access to public records. The Court employs approximately 30 staff members and part-time judges. The Ohio Court of Claims is located along with the Ohio Supreme Court in the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center, a restored 15 story historical building located along the Scioto River in downtown Columbus.

Reviews, processes & files documents submitted to the Court; ensures that all documents are consistent with the Rules and procedures of the Court; and serves as a resource for attorneys and other parties to answer procedural questions. 

This position will be required to be in the office during the training period and may be eligible for a hybrid teleworking schedule. 

Job duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Receives & reviews filings for compliance with the Rules of Civil Procedure &/or the Court; rejects documents as necessary, citing the specific violation; returns rejected documents to filing party; accepts documents that are in compliance. 
• Receives and processes new cases and incoming information, including stamping date on materials received; evaluates types of case, assigns case number, and enters data into the case management system. 
• Closes cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as judgments & settlement agreements. 
• Receives money and issues receipts for fees & costs. 
• Responds to inquiries from attorneys, litigants, or other constituents in person or by phone; determines the appropriate response based on standard procedures; drafts written correspondence when required. 
• Provides forms, applications & other materials to the public; retrieves files for the public; makes copies of requested material. 

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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Application Process: Candidates must apply online and submit

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Job Details
Organization: Court Of Claims
Agency Contact Name and Information: [email protected]
Unposting Date: Aug 9, 2026, 10:59:00 PM
Work Location: Ohio Judicial Center, 65 South Front Street, Columbus, 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: Range at $55,226 to $72,923
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8a.m. - 5p.m.
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Information Technology
Technical Skills: Administrative support/services
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Flexibility, Listening, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Proofreading
Primary Technology: Not Applicable