The office of the Clerk of Circuit Court is established by Wisconsin State Constitution and the Clerk of Court is elected by the residents of Waukesha County for a four-year term. The Clerk of Court manages all aspects of the jury system, maintains records of all documents filed with the court, keeps a record of court proceedings, and collects, disburses and reconciles monies related to court cases. The Clerk of Circuit Court is responsible for the implementation of court automation, strategic planning, business continuity planning, and budget management and planning.  The Clerk of Court is also fiscally responsible for millions of dollars in fees, fines and forfeitures paid through the office annually, as well as the management and safe-keeping of all funds ordered held in trust by the circuit courts.