What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk III position at Chatham County, GA?
Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!
Description
Unlock a rewarding career as a Deputy Clerk III in the Clerk of Superior Court’s Office, utilizing your High School Diploma or GED along with two years of legal or court experience. Apply now to be a key player in this impactful role.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, you will
- Perform cross-functional support duties, receive and process legal documents, vet all incoming information, and provide information and assistance to the public.
- Respond to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding court procedures from attorneys and the public using effective communication and customer service skills.
- Document intake, initiate and manage cases, collect and process fees, and generate court documents.
- Review incoming and outgoing documents for completeness and accuracy, process documents for filing as required under court rules, and perform data entry.
- Perform special duties for an assigned judge, such as drafting court memoranda, appropriate notices, and subpoenas.
- Prepare legal documents for the Clerk of Superior Court’s approval and signature.
- Handle large volumes of transactions rapidly and accurately and exercise good judgment in stressful situations.
- Testify during court hearings as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED, and
- At least two (2) years of legal or court-related experience in business or public administration, criminal justice, law, or a related area; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Must obtain a Notary Public Certification issued by the Clerk of Superior Court (within your county of residence) and complete the affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court.
- Must be proficient in using various computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. multiple times per day.
- Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Selected candidates will be required to complete keyboarding and clerical testing during the interview process.
- According to your assignment, you may be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.
In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.
Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.
Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
