What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy District Clerk - Family Law position at Jefferson County, TX?
Description
Summary: Performs general clerical duties in support of the Family Law/Domestic Relations Department. Provides assistance and information to the general public.
Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions: Prepares citations, writs, notices and other legal instruments to be served; generate certified documents; assists with answering incoming telephone calls; provides assistance and information within scope of knowledge and responsibility; assists with daily mail, registers and dockets; assists clients at counter; collects filing fees; generates receipts and records payments; balances daily cash and credit card transactions; accepts new cases and subsequent filings through E-filing system; assists with updating and maintaining files in accordance with established procedures; assists with processing paperwork, forms and files for Attorney General cases. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Other Job Functions: Pulls files, researches cases as requested; performs other job related duties as directed.
NOTE: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.
Education & Experience
Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED; Paralegal Studies education a plus; knowledge of general clerical and data entry functions; 1 to 2 years of related legal Family Law or Civil experience. Bilingual preferred.
Specialized Requirements: Subject to comprehensive background check.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills; math computation ability; strong typing skills; effective interpersonal skills in order to interact and cooperate with co-workers and to deal effectively with attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement personnel, Attorney General’s Office, and the general public. Knowledge of E-filing system, Enterprise Justice CMS, fax/copy equipment. Familiarity with family law proceedings a plus. Must maintain confidentiality of case information.
Equipment Used: Personal computer/network; 10-key adding machine/calculator; copy machine; other general office equipment as needed.
Work Situations/Demands/Efforts: Must be able to work in a fast-paced and often stressful environment with multiple interruptions. Work requires multitasking, organizing, prioritizing, accuracy and attention to detail. Must be able to work alone or as part of a group and be flexible in order to perform and coordinate a variety of duties; must be able to handle a high volume of telephone calls and customers; must be dependable and a team player.
Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily in a climate controlled open office environment which is shared with other employees and is readily accessible to the general public; heavy office traffic may cause distraction and interrupt duties. Must be available to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary; duties require walking and/or standing to work at counter, deliver or retrieve paperwork in other offices or departments; frequent prolonged standing to work at counter and to do filing; frequent reaching, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer. The County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status (disabled), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or political affiliation in employment or the provision of services. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance, contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 839-2391, or for the hearing impaired, through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to 1225 Pearl St., Suite 201 Beaumont, Texas 77701.
We offer a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, and use of the Employee Health Clinic.
For more information, please visit our benefits page at https://co.jefferson.tx.us/riskman/Benefits
