DEFIANCE COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

· Juvenile Court – Deputy Clerk

County Application for employment

DEFIANCE COUNTY COMMON PLEAS COURT

PROBATE AND JUVENILE DIVISIONS

221 Clinton Street, Defiance, Ohio 43512

Phone (419) 782-4181

Fax (419) 783-4811

Judge Jeffrey A. Strausbaugh

Magistrate Carson L. Slade

Erin J. Spieth, Juvenile Court Administrator Lisa M. DeTray, Probate Court Administrator

Kristen M. Hageman, Juvenile Chief Deputy Clerk Pansy L. York, Probate Deputy Clerk

Ursula R. Nigh, Juvenile Deputy Clerk Brooke A. Thomas, Guardianship Liaison

Lindsey A. Caudill, Magistrate’s Assistant

JUVENILE COURT DEPUTY CLERK

The Defiance County Juvenile Court is seeking applications for the position of Deputy Clerk. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, office administration; assisting the public and attorneys; computer data entry; and technology support/coordination. Candidates must have a high school diploma, but preference will be given to candidates with an associate or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or executive secretarial. Strong computer skills are necessary for this position. The candidate must be able to maintain confidentiality and be professional. This is a full-time position. Pay will be commensurate with experience and a full range of benefits are included. Please submit a cover letter with resume which includes a minimum of three (3) references by Friday, October 10, 2025, to: espieth@defiancecounty.oh.gov or:

Defiance County Juvenile Court

c/o Erin J. Spieth, Court Administrator

221 Clinton Street, Second Floor,

Defiance, Ohio 43512

An Equal Opportunity Employer