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

Champaign County

Champaign County

Urbana, IL, USA

Posted on Apr 20, 2026
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Deputy Clerk - Recorder (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

5.0 out of 5 stars
102 East Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801

Job details

Pay

  • $18.45 - $23.38 an hour

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Monday to Friday

Full job description

    JobID: 3643
    Position Type:
    Champaign County/Deputy County Clerk (County Clerk)
    Date Posted:
    4/20/2026
    Location:
    102 E. Main St. (Bennett Building)
    Date Available:
    As Soon As Possible
    Closing Date:
    05/04/2026

    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.

    Qualifications
    • 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.
    • The County offers a competitive benefits package, which is outlined at https:/www.co.champaign.il.us/jobs, 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 apatton@champaigncountyil.gov.

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