DEPUTY DISTRICT COURT CLERK - Part-Time (24 hours per week)

The 12th District Court of Jackson County seeks an individual to perform a variety of tasks to assist in the processing of traffic, civil and criminal cases. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of one year of experience in a court or law office providing knowledge of the processing of district court cases.

Easily apply through our job board at www.bsaonline.com by entering your contact information into our online application and uploading your cover letter and resume. We DO NOT require you to re-enter the contents of your resume into our application.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of a Court Services Manager, provides counter service which includes receiving and receipting money and providing assistance on court matters to attorneys, law enforcement officers and the public. Produces a variety of court documents, enters case information into the computer system and performs a variety of related tasks. Processes general civil, small claims and landlord/tenant cases, which includes reviewing, processing and filing all documents related to such cases. May serve as Deputy Clerk in the Probation or Collection Divisions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school graduation or equivalent with classes in office and business. Prefer advanced coursework in data processing, accounting or related area.

Experience: One year of experience preferably in a court or law office providing knowledge of the processing of district court cases. Ability to type 50 wpm and/or pass data entry at 5000 keystrokes.

Other Requirements: Ability to be LEIN certified.

Relevant Skills/Specialized Equipment Knowledge:

• Basic office equipment such as telephone, calculator, photocopier, Fax, etc.
• Photographic, audio and video equipment.
• Computer programs including word processing, spreadsheets, data base entry and maintenance, Outlook, JIS, Jail Roster, e-ticketing, and other court related software.
• Ability to use credit card machine and microfiche machine.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

This is a non-exempt, pay grade E position with the AFSCME bargaining unit offering excellent benefits! PTO accrual, investment plan enrollment and paid holidays upon hire. All other benefits following 90 days of employment.

CORE BENEFITS (Provided at no cost): Wellness Benefits (Employee only); Employee Assistance Program; Paid Holidays; Paid Time Off (based on length of service & budgeted hours); Paid bereavement leave; and Education Assistance of up to $3,000 annually.

OPTIONAL BENEFITS (cost share required): Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision; Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and dependent children; Short-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and/or Dependent Care); Health Savings Account; Consumerism Card; Legal Shield & ID Shield.

Part time employees are also offered an Employer match of up to 5% in our Defined Contribution 401a Plan with voluntary contributions to our 457 Plan effective date of hire.

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* Quality & Efficiency: Our employees are committed to continuous improvement and getting the most value for the public resources entrusted to them.
* Integrity and accountability: Our employees behave in a fair and ethical manner and demonstrate a strong commitment to public services.
* Teamwork and Community: Our employees work collaboratively with each other and the community to achieve shared goals.

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.18 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person