What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk: Accounts Department position at Cuyahoga County Probate Court?
TITLE OF POSITION: Deputy Clerk (Accounts Department)
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Court Administrator/Department Supervisor
NORMAL WORKING HOURS: Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: Based on experience: Salary Range $39,00.00-$45,000.00
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A position in this class involves document review and general clerical duties. The work requires independent judgment in verifying the accuracy of the information being processed and the ability to use multiple applications. Computer skills are required. Serves at the pleasure of the Presiding Judge.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsible for performing a variety of audit functions in connection with periodic and final settlement audits of decedent’s estates, trusts, and guardianship accounts. Detailed financial review of authorized transactions to verify or establish income, expenditures, and reimbursements is also required. A position in this class generally has experience with probate court procedures and legal terminology. This class involves high volume data into a computer terminal and general clerical duties. This work requires independent judgment in verifying the accuracy of the information being processed and the ability to use multiple applications. Computer skills are required.
REQUIREMENTS
Associate degree (2 years of college) required. Bachelor’s degree (4 years) preferred. Should have the ability to read, write, use basic mathematics and manage monetary transactions. Proficiency in computer skills including: Word and Microsoft Windows and other Microsoft products (Excel). Excellent oral and written communication skills; organizational skills; interpersonal skills to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; ability to follow instructions, balance projects and meet deadlines. A candidate must possess qualities of fairness, have the highest integrity, and must maintain the confidentiality of Court information.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Proof of education and employment references will be required before final interview. May require submission to a criminal history background check and drug testing for employment. The selected candidate must successfully complete a six-month introductory period.
THE CUYAHOGA COUNTY PROBATE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, AGE, OR ANCESTRY OF ANY PERSON.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,000 - $45,000