Deputy Clerk II - State Court Clerk

Salary : $17.95 Hourly

Location : Marietta, GA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 03920

Department : State Court Clerk

Opening Date : 02 / 04 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 11 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Grade Code : 102

Skills Testing Information : This position requires the completion of an assigned skills test before the application can be considered. Mobile devices such as tablets and phones are not supported for the online testing. Please use a desktop or laptop computer (Windows, Linux, or Apple OS) to take the assigned test(s). In addition, Internet Explorer is no longer compatible with Microsoft and not a compatible browser for this online test. If you encounter any issues while completing the assessment, please email the testing technical support department at support@biddle.com or call (800) 999-0438 x127 Monday through Friday between the hours of 7am to 8pm PST.

Position Information

This position will be assigned to the Cobb County State Court Clerk's Office.

A Data Entry assessment will be required for this position. Details for the assessment will be sent via email after the closing date of this job announcement for applications received that successfully meet the minimum qualifications. The assessment will close on Monday, February 17th, 2025, at 11 : 59 pm.

Cobb County Government employees are also eligible to receive the following benefits :

• Pension, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Free on-site Employee Wellness Clinic
• Free employee fitness centers and county aquatic centers
• Paid Holidays

Visit Cobb County's page to learn more.

The starting salary for this position will not exceed $17.95 per hour.

Essential Functions

Performs customer service functions by telephone, by mail, and in person : provides information and assistance regarding court activities, services, procedures, documentation, fees, case status / disposition, or other issues; reviews and accepts legal documents in accordance with court procedures and prescribed time frames; distributes forms and documentation; responds to routine and complex questions or complaints; researches problems / complaints; and initiates problem resolution.

Processes various court-related documentation in accordance with court procedures and time frames : assists in preparing, receiving, responding to, and processing subpoenas, court orders, continuances, probation warrants, case initiation documents, case dispositions, citations, and other legal documents; receives and date stamps legal documents; distributes and submits information and legal documents to appropriate parties; reviews, verifies, records and files documentation and records helps to maintain spreadsheets and print needed reports.

Processes mail including forwarding court payments, fees, and court documents to the Clerk's Office.

Enters data from court and legal documents into computer systems, databases and applications : indexes and records court case information and legal documents audits and reviews data for accuracy; transfers case disposition information and maintains accurate records and filing systems.

Performs computer related tasks requiring broad working knowledge of a wide variety of standard computer applications, i.e. word processing, database systems, spreadsheet programs, calendar, schedulers, and electronic file maintenance.

May assist in leading work activities of co-workers; confers with co-workers and assists with complex problem / situations; provides technical support and may assist with training new staff and instructing co-workers regarding proper use of equipment.

Participates in special projects as requested by supervision; may coordinate staff activities within assigned unit.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by two years of experience providing administrative or clerical support.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application.

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

Educational Background : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N / A if this does not apply.

How many years of experience do you have providing administrative or clerical support?

Please describe your experience providing administrative or clerical support. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Have you ever worked at a job requiring attention to detail involving the accurate recording and / or checking of numbers and information?

Please describe your knowledge of and / or background in court related functions, including, but not limited to, your understanding of the ethical and legal nature of the job. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Please list your knowledge of and experience working with computers. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Please describe your experience in handling multiple phone lines, or any work you have done involving the use of a telephone. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

This position requires completion of skills testing to move forward in the hiring process. The skills testing information and link will be sent via email after the closing date of this job announcement for applications received that successfully meet qualifications for this position.Please note, failure to complete the assessment will disqualify you from consideration for this position.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

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