Court Clerk

25TH DISTRICT COURT POSITION OPENING

POSITION/TITLE:

Part-Time Deputy Court Clerk (24-32 hours weekly)

At-Will Position

DESCRIPTION:

Performs a wide variety of tasks in the processing of all matters that come within jurisdiction of the district court. By way of example, job duties include, but are not limited to providing assistance regarding court matters to attorneys, law enforcement officers, other court users, and the public. Performs all tasks necessary to process various types of cases from initiation through final disposition and physical disposal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED; and two (2) years of experience in clerical, accounting, or customer relations work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Prior District Court experience preferred. Must be able to work under pressure, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions, set priorities and work independently. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public. Knowledge in the following areas from past Court experience is highly desired:

 Cashiering experience

 Judicial Information Systems (JIS) knowledge

 Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) knowledge

DUTIES:

 Requires frequent and effective interaction with court users, both on the telephone and in person.

 Represents the court in a professional capacity; assumes strict confidentiality in all matters.

 Opens criminal case files, including obtaining driving or criminal records as necessary.

 Processes civil infractions, traffic misdemeanor, and other code or statute violations.

 Schedules hearings and provides notices when required.

 Processes mail and remote payments which includes matching checks/slips with case files.

 Enters case file information, adjournments, dispositions, judgments and other information to computer system.

 Prepares and sends notices, prepares bench warrants, and suspends driver licenses as authorized.

 Prints and mails computer-generated notices.

 Closes criminal and/or traffic cases by ensuring that fines and costs are properly distributed, submits abstract of conviction to Secretary of State as specified by statute or ordinance.

 Records bond transactions and processes bond transfers to other courts.

 Types correspondences, notices, orders, and legal documents and performs a variety of support tasks such as copying records and filing tickets, case files and other documents.

 Assists in various special projects, including but not limited to, record retention and disposal.

 Perform the duties and responsibilities of co-workers in a back-up role when necessary.

 Required to become a certified LEIN operator within six months of hire and renewed biannually.

 Performs cashier functions including receipting payments and processing bond/trust monies.

 Other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Selection Process:

Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list which may be kept active up to six months. Candidates possessing JIS experience will be given first preference. Those candidates selected to interview for the position will be contacted.

Position open until filled.

Background Investigation:

Convictions, depending upon type, number and date, may be disqualifying. Court employees shall be subject to a background investigation and fingerprinting. False statements or omission of facts regarding background or employment history may result in disqualification or dismissal.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Clerical experience: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16