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Working for the South Dakota Unified Judicial System

Salary Schedule & Benefits Information

This document outlines the pay grades and salary ranges for the Unified Judicial System positions.

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Total Compensation Information & Incentives

Working for the Unified Judicial System offers more than just a paycheck—it includes a variety of benefits and incentives. Discover them here!

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Deputy Court Clerk Magistrate I (Job ID 33351)

Deadwood, Fourth Judicial Circuit
Close Date: 10/24/2025

This position ensures the court record by maintaining case files, scheduling hearings, implementing procedures for monetary dispositions, and assisting in court proceedings for various case types. It also provides customer service, performs magistrate duties as needed, and acts as the court clerk in their absence.

Computer Assisted Court Recorder (Job ID 33355)

Sturgis, Fourth Judicial Circuit
Close Date: 10/28/2025

This position uses computer-assisted digital audio recording systems to record judicial proceedings in magistrate or circuit court to preserve the court record.

Bailiff (Job ID 33301)

Faulkton, Fifth Judicial Circuit
Close Date: Until Filled

This position maintains order during the trial and oversees the jurors.

Bailiff (Job ID 33312)

Sioux Falls, Second Judicial Circuit
Close Date: Until Filled

This position maintains order during the trial and oversees the jurors.

Court Reporter (Job ID 32351)

Deadwood or Sturgis, Fourth Judicial Circuit
Close Date: Until Filled

This position reports, transcribes, and serves as the guardian of the verbatim stenographic record of official court proceedings in an accurate, impartial, and confidential manner.

Court Reporter (Job ID 33416)

Rapid City, Seventh Judicial Circuit
Close Date: Until Filled

This position reports, transcribes, and serves as the guardian of the verbatim stenographic record of official court proceedings in an accurate, impartial, and confidential manner.

Applicant Notices

Find valuable information on employee protection acts, laws and opportunities.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site, you can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources office at 605-773-4884 or jade.milli@ujs.state.sd.us.

Employee Polygraph Protection Act Information

The document provides information on the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), which prohibits most private employers from requiring employees or job applicants to undergo polygraph (lie detector) tests. It outlines the conditions under which polygraph tests are allowed, including in certain security and pharmaceutical sectors, and for employees suspected of involvement in workplace incidents. It also details the rights of examinees, including the right to refuse or discontinue testing, and the legal protections against discrimination or retaliation for exercising these rights.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is an equal-opportunity employer. Learn more by downloading this document.

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Family and Medical Leave Act Information

Employees can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave within 12 months, including for reasons such as the birth or adoption of a child, personal or family health issues, or military family emergencies.

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UJS Employment Success Stories

Not sure if working for the South Dakota court system is the right career for you? Hear from some of our employees.

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Working for the South Dakota Unified Judicial System

Salary Schedule & Benefits Information

Total Compensation Information & Incentives

View Current Openings

Deputy Court Clerk Magistrate I (Job ID 33351)

Computer Assisted Court Recorder (Job ID 33355)

Bailiff (Job ID 33301)

Bailiff (Job ID 33312)

Court Reporter (Job ID 32351)

Court Reporter (Job ID 33416)

Applicant Notices

Employee Polygraph Protection Act Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

Family and Medical Leave Act Information

UJS Employment Success Stories

Computer Assisted Court Recorder | Sandra D.

Court Reporter | Cindy W.

Court Reporter | Jena S.

Court Reporter | Jess P.

Court Reporter | Katy D.

Court Reporter | Kayla M.

Court Reporter | Kelli L.

Court Reporter | Melissa O.

Court Reporter | Sara Z.

Court Reporter | Tammy S.

Court Reporter | Teresa B.

Court Services Officer | Caitlin S.

Court Services Officer | Chris P.

Court Services Officer | Kelly L.

Court Services Officer | Marc L.

Court Services Officer | Tara H.