1. What are the requirements for employment with the Orange County Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts?

2. How can I find out whether there are any job openings with the Clerk?

3. Where do I need to go to fill out an application?

4. What happens after I submit an application?

5. What is the minimum typing requirement?

6. What kind of tests are the filing tests?

7. What happens after I am tested?

8. How will I find out if I am offered a position?

9. Am I required to take a drug test if I am offered a position?

10. What is the starting salary for a deputy clerk?

What are the requirements for employment with the Orange County Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts?
In order to be eligible for employment with the Clerk's office, you must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. In addition, you must successfully complete the application process, which includes submitting an application for employment and passing required typing and filing tests.

How can I find out whether there are any job openings with the Clerk?
Click here to see a list of current job openings. The job listings are updated every Monday afternoon.

The Clerk's Human Resources Division also maintains a job line that has employment information available 24 hours each day. The job line phone number is (407) 836-0013.

Where do I need to go to fill out an application?
You can download an application (PDF) from this web site, or obtain a printed application from the Clerk's Human Resources Division at 425 North Orange Avenue, Room 325, Orlando, Florida 32801. You must submit a complete and legible application, and you are encouraged to submit a resume and any letters of reference at that time. Please remember that filing an application with the Clerk's office does not imply that you will be interviewed or hired.

What happens after I submit an application?
Once you have submitted an application for employment, the Human Resources Clerk will schedule an appointment for typing and filing tests.

What is the minimum typing requirement?
The function of the Clerk's office is primarily clerical; therefore, you must be able to type at least 30 correct words per minute. The typing test is designed to measure your computer skills. You will be given a five-minute timed typing test. If you cannot type 30 words per minute, or if you are not sure of your current typing speed, do not schedule an appointment for testing. We recommend that you practice your typing skills at home until you are able to type at a rate of 35 words per minute before you schedule an appointment for testing.

What kind of tests are the filing tests?
The Clerk's Human Resources Division administers three types of filing tests designed to measure your filing ability. You must pass each test with a score of at least 50% to be considered for employment. The three tests are described below.

• Number Perception. This test requires the applicant to quickly examine and compare pairs of numbers, looking for those that are identical.

• Name Finding. This test requires you to observe a name and remember it well enough to identify it from a group of similarly spelled names or names that are presented in a different fashion on the reverse side of the test sheet.

• Number Series Completion. A number series is a set of numbers that are related according to a specific rule or pattern. This test requires the applicant to supply the two numbers that should come next in each number series.

What happens after I am tested?
Once you have submitted an application for employment and you have passed the required tests, your application will become active for a period of 60 days from the date of the application. The manager of the office that has an opening reviews active applications and selects several applicants to interview. You will be contacted if an interview is desired.

How will I find out if I am offered a position?
Due to the large volume of applications filed, the Human Resources Division does not provide position status information by phone. You will be notified by mail of any interview outcomes.

Am I required to take a drug test if I am offered a position?
Yes. If you are offered employment, a pre-employment physical examination, including a drug screening, is required.

What is the starting salary?
The current starting salary for most positions is $7.50 per hour.

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