What are the responsibilities and job description for the JP Court Clerk position at Brazoria County?
JOB
Under general supervision, performs various clerical duties in a Justice of the Peace (JP) office, and accountable for case processing in accordance with state, county and all applicable laws and policies established by the judge. Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Example of Duties: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Enters filings for court cases into the case management system database;Sets and maintains dockets;Collects and processes payments;Answers phone calls and responds to various requests for information;Performs routine clerical duties such as filing, mailing, faxing and answering telephones;Maintains files accurately and efficiently;Examines legal documents for adherence to laws and court procedures;Performs research on case files to respond to questions from parties of the case, attorneys or the public;Maintains confidentiality of records as required by law;Attends and participates in meetings and training classes when necessary, which may require out of town travel.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Under general supervision, performs various clerical duties in a Justice of the Peace (JP) office, and accountable for case processing in accordance with state, county and all applicable laws and policies established by the judge. Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Example of Duties: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Enters filings for court cases into the case management system database;Sets and maintains dockets;Collects and processes payments;Answers phone calls and responds to various requests for information;Performs routine clerical duties such as filing, mailing, faxing and answering telephones;Maintains files accurately and efficiently;Examines legal documents for adherence to laws and court procedures;Performs research on case files to respond to questions from parties of the case, attorneys or the public;Maintains confidentiality of records as required by law;Attends and participates in meetings and training classes when necessary, which may require out of town travel.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.