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Court, municipal and license clerk

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.

Annual openings

814

Median wage

$50,410

Typical education

High school (GED)

Growth 2026–2032

+9%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

High school (GED)

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Credential detail

Becoming a Certified Municipal Clerk is valued, but usually not required for an entry-level position. Obtaining the certification is often expected to advance in your career as a clerk.

Work experience

No previous work experience is required.

The Colorado County Clerks Association supports clerks who serve communities across Colorado, providing information about the various roles that county clerks fill.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerYes
  • OutdoorsNo
  • With your handsNo

Interests it draws on

  • Government
  • Courts

Automation exposure

Moderate exposure

Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.

A typical day

  1. Instruct parties about timing of court appearances.
  2. Perform administrative tasks, such as answering telephone calls, filing court documents, or maintaining office supplies or equipment.
  3. Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.
  4. Answer inquiries from the general public regarding judicial procedures, court appearances, trial dates, adjournments, outstanding warrants, summonses, subpoenas, witness fees, or payment of fines.
  5. Prepare documents recording the outcomes of court proceedings.
  6. Prepare and issue orders of the court, such as probation orders, release documentation, sentencing information, or summonses.
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