Data Entry Clerk - Civil/Criminal - Palm Beach Gardens

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team located near downtown Palm Beach Gardens!

Join our Palm Beach Gardens team as a Data Entry Clerk in our civil or criminal department. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our court records. If you have a strong attention to detail and excellent typing skills, this could be the ideal opportunity for you!

In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn about the different types of cases that are filed in the civil or criminal department. You will gain knowledge of a variety of different court documents, become familiar with State Statutes, and much more! Learning these important functions will allow you to build a strong foundation for a successful career at the Clerk's office!

Positions available: We are hiring data entry clerks in the following areas of our Palm Beach Garden office:

• Civil – cases involve Evictions, Foreclosures, Lawsuits, Marriage Licenses & Passports.
• Criminal - cases involve Traffic Violations, Misdemeanors & Felonies.

At the Clerk’s office we are dedicated in investing your success! There will be exciting opportunities to cross train and grow a successful long-term career with us!

Why join our Clerk family? Because our Clerk family is our top priority! Total Compensation packages include:

• Generous paid time off and 17 paid holidays – yes you read that right!
• Superior health care plans with lower costs to you
• Retirement choices through the Florida Retirement System and deferred compensation plan
• Award-Winning Wellness Program that gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Our Wellness Awards: At the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office you can:

• Work with a purpose
• Give back to the community
• Be part of a family
• Build your skills
• Pursue career advancement opportunities
• Reach your professional and personal goals

Examples of Essential Functions

• Performs complex data entry for docketing functions; creates entry for each document; monitors image for quality and clarity

• Issues, process writs and other documents; cashiers-related fees

• Prepares notice of bond forfeitures; processes written orders; records bookings; sets court hearings and notice parties

• Prepares court event forms for court session

• Adds and updates party/attorney information in the system; updates case status

• Screens indigency applications; determines whether to grant, deny, or refer to the Court

• Processes new cases, including multiple case types and transfers from other courts/venues; assigns case types; indexes parties and associating attorneys; handles specialized processes/procedures

• Processes Judicial reassignments/recusals; updates system; issues notice of reassignment; notifies newly assigned Judge and parties/counsel of the change

• Forward filings to the Court or the appropriate functional area as warranted

• Assist customers in person and by telephone

• Performs related duties as directed

Typical Qualifications

High school diploma (or GED), supplemented by three (3) years of recent and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data, preferably in an automated systems environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Some vocational or college courses preferred. Once qualified, deputization may be required to perform the assigned functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Time management.
• Problem Solving.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail

Supplemental Information

Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at careers@mypalmbeachclerk.com or 561 355 4172.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295, Section 09 (b) and (c), Veterans’ Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty and shall apply only to a veteran's first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Officevalues the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the Clerk’s office supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. To claim preference, an applicant must complete and upload both the Veterans’ Preference Claim Form and required documentation prior to the position’s posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates’ non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments, which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans’ preference for a vacant position is not selected, they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans’ preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified, they must file their complaint with the DVA within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified.