The County Clerk is one of several independent, elected officials provided by the Washington State Constitution, with specific and special duties assigned by statute, local and state court rules. The position is best characterized as the administrative and financial officer of the Superior Court. The Clerk serves as Administrator of Court records and exhibits, Financial Officer for the Court, Quasi-judicial Officer, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Court and Judicial system and Department Administrator. 

Accuracy and efficiency are critical in the Clerk’s Office, as even the slightest error or omission in filing, preparation of writs or disbursement of funds affects the life or property of the public and makes the Clerk personally liable for damages and subject to monetary fines.