What are the responsibilities and job description for the COURT SERVICES SPECIALIST position at Kalamazoo County Government?
GENERAL SUMMARY
The purpose of this job is to provide a variety of administrative support to internal and external parties in processing a variety of court-related proceedings, such as those involving domestic, child protection, and delinquency cases. Monitors and ensures the efficient flow of cases through the entire lifecycle, from creating a record to the disposition of the case by assisting with scheduling hearings, arranging meeting spaces or special accommodations, and operating remote virtual sessions. Maintains compliance with statutory mandates and is responsible for entering the relevant information into the court's case management systems. Assists in recording and preserving Court proceedings by operating audio and video recording equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides administrative support on various court-related activities involving domestic, child protection, and delinquency cases.
- Receives, processes, and files legal court filings, pleadings, and other documentation in accordance with legislative and court procedures.
- Reviews and verifies all received information in preparation for warrants; enters information into the appropriate record system.
- Conducts accuracy and compliance reviews of electronic records, correcting identified errors before filing cases.
- Schedules hearings, coordinates meeting spaces, arranges logistics for special accommodations, and operates virtual sessions.
- Assists with recording, entering, and disseminating information relating to court procedures, court order interpretations, appointments, and hearings in accordance with Court protocols and procedures.
- Handles incoming mail, ensuring forms and documentation are accurately timestamped and rerouting mail appropriately.
- Review, verify, and process monetary transactions, such as bonds, for court filings; update case documentation.
- Manages emails received from courtroom staff, Office of the Prosecuting Attorney (OPA), law enforcement, and other departments relating to processing, canceling, modifying, or verifying warrants.
- Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, Politics, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of related work experience, such as Court Clerk or Administrative Assistant
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
VETERANS are encouraged to apply. Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.
Pay Scale-105
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CCF-COURT SERVICES
Job Family : SPECIALIST NONEXEMPT
Posting Start : 03/27/2025
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : BENEFITS INFORMATION
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $20.28
Salary : $20
