Deputy Clerk - Recorder (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

JobID: 3626

Position Type:
Champaign County/Deputy County Clerk (County Clerk)

Date Posted:
1/6/2026

Location:
102 E. Main St. (Bennett Building)

Date Available:
As Soon As Possible

Closing Date:
01/16/2026

Position Title: Deputy Clerk – Recorder of Deeds (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)
Department: County Clerk and Recorder
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:30p, except Holidays



Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented team member to join the Recorder of Deeds division at the Champaign County Clerk’s office! This position performs a wide variety of clerical duties associated with processing and maintaining official records. We are looking for someone who wants to work with a fun and supportive team. This is a full-time union position.



Duties and Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following as other duties may be assigned.

• Answers phones.
• Assists customers at the counter.
• Responds to email and queries from customers.
• Takes in money and issues receipts.
• Assists customers with looking up information contained in a variety of public records, filling out forms, and in retrieval and recording documents.
• Posts changes in permanent record books and balances these figures against computer print outs/tie outs.
• Maintain ledger books and financial records on a large number of accounts.
• May type correspondence, bills for services, documents, abstracts, and forms.
• Helps with opening and closing duties.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)/associate’s degree and two years of responsible office/clerical experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to keep confidential sensitive information.
• Strong analytical or problem-solving ability.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Time management with ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Professional demeanor at work.

Compensation
Wage Rage: $18.45 - $23.38 per hour, depending on qualifications.
This is a full-time union position.


The County offers a competitive benefits package, which is outlined at including membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), optional 457 deferred compensation plans, and a comprehensive health insurance plan.



How to Apply
Apply on the Champaign County website.
Questions and requests for accommodations may be sent to [email protected].





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