What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk -- District Clerk's Office position at Washington County?
The Washington County - District Clerk's Office is seeking enthusiastic and detail-oriented applicants for the position of Deputy Clerk for the Brenham, Texas office. This role is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in public service and contribute to the efficient operation of the judicial system.
Applicants must possess good communication, teamwork and organizational skills as well as be proficient in Word, Excel and data entry type software.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Ability to multi-task by answering phones, greeting visitors, filing, data entry, and other miscellaneous duties.
- Assist the public, attorneys, and court personnel with inquiries regarding court cases, filings, records, or other public service assistance.
- Cash handling and balancing of all fees collected daily with the use of basic mathematical and accounting principles.
- Process and maintain court recordings, filings, and legal documents in compliance with state and local requirements.
- Prepare and issue court notices, subpoenas, or other legal documents.
- Provide support to courtroom proceedings.
- Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive legal documents.
- Legal Experience (PREFERRED)
The Deputy Clerk for the District Clerk's Office is a Washington County employee and would receive salary and other benefits.
Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and/or periodic drug, criminal background investigations, and motor vehicle record reports as appropriate under policy.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.10 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- legal: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brenham, TX 77833: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
