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Working for the South Dakota Unified Judicial System

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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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Consider a Career as a Court Services Officer

It’s about much more than supervising probation. Court Services Officers work with adults and youth to help them successfully navigate the justice system and move forward in their communities.

They meet with individuals and families, assess needs and challenges, connect people with treatment and community resources, provide information and recommendations to judges, and help those on probation stay accountable and work toward positive change.

Hear from two Court Services Officers about what the job is really like, why their work matters, and what they find most rewarding about serving their communities.

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View Current Openings

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I (Job ID 38402)

  • Pierre, Sixth Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: 11/17/2026

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.

Bailiff (Job ID 38404)

  • Aberdeen, Fifth Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

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

Court Services Officer (Job ID 38363)

  • Pierre, Sixth Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

Supervises adults and juveniles on or anticipating probation by preparing presentence investigations and social histories.

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I (Job ID 37310)

  • Onida or Gettysburg, Sixth Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

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.

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I (Job ID 38268)

  • Webster, Fifth Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

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.

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I (Job ID 38282)

  • Custer, Seventh Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

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.

Deputy Court Clerk I (Job ID 38090)

  • Sioux Falls, Second Judicial Circuit
  • Close Date: Until Filled

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 and acts as the court clerk in their absence.

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.

Computer Assisted Court Recorder | Carissa L.

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Computer Assisted Court Recorder | Georgine W.

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Computer Assisted Court Recorder | Keely T.

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Court Reporter | Cindy W.

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Court Reporter | Jena S.

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Court Reporter | Katy D.

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Court Reporter | Kayla M.

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Court Reporter | Kelli L.

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Court Reporter | Melissa O.

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Court Reporter | Sara Z.

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Court Reporter | Tammy S.

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Court Services Officer | Betsy M.

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Court Services Officer | Chris P.

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Court Services Officer | Kelly L.

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Court Services Officer | Tara H.

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Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate II | Jenna Holzer

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