Clerk, Circuit Court

County

CORE PURPOSE:

Establish Justice

Quick Facts

Holder(s):

Amy Rolfes

Term:

4 years

Method:

Elected

Level:

County

Oath Administered By:

Circuit Court Judge or Notary Public

Role Overview

In St. Joseph County, maintains court records, processes filings, administers oaths, manages jury selection, collects fees, and serves as chief election officer for the county.

Constitutional Mandate:

Ensures judicial process integrity (U.S. Const. Art. III; Ind. Const. Art. 7).

Key Competencies:

Attention to detail, integrity, and administrative skills.

Potential Weaknesses:

Errors in record-keeping or election administration, which could compromise legal cases or undermine public trust in elections.

I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of Circuit Court Clerk to the best of my ability. So help me God.