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Court Clerk supports paralegals with various tasks required in the preparation of materials for court cases. Inputs and maintains tracking data for all case materials. Being a Court Clerk obtains requested files and assembles required materials for court proceedings. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Court Clerk typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Court Clerk possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Court Clerk
  • City of Denison
  • Denison, TX FULL_TIME
  • Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties to support the efficient operation of the court system, including, but not limited to case processing, coordination of judicial activities, the initiation, processing and maintenance of legal documents, correspondence, and statistics. This role requires excellent customer service skills to interact with the public, attorneys and other court personnel, in providing information and assistance regarding court procedures and case statuses.
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  
    The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competence and satisfactory performance in these duties. Other duties may be required and assigned.
    1. Prepare and manage court documents, including subpoenas, complaints and summonses.
    2. Prepare and process requests for deferment, payment plan, extension, community service or indigency.  
    3. Prepare and mail court notifications.
    4. Responsible for auditing case files for warrant eligibility and the issuing thereof or setting for hearing.
    5. Assist with maintaining policies and procedures manual.
    6. Process payments for fines, fees and other court-related transactions and ensure accurate handling of financial records and receipts.
    7. Balance cash drawer and prepare daily end of day/cash report.  
    8. Communicate with police department and City Marshal’s office regarding warrants.
    9. Assist the public with questions in person or via telephone in relation to court matters or other city divisions in a courteous and professional manner.
    10. Assist Court Coordinator, and/or Senior Court Clerk in all court functions as directed.
    11. Assist in preparing case files for court dockets.
    12. Ensure compliance with all court rules, state and local regulations and procedures.
    13. Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to privacy policies.
    14. Answer telephones: direct calls, answer questions and take messages.
    15. Refer all public information requests to the Court Coordinator or City Clerk.
    16. Maintain and update case files and court records in both physical and electronic formats, including scanning.
    17. Work closely with judges, attorneys, law enforcement and other court personnel to ensure smooth court operations.
    18. Participate in meetings and training sessions to stay updated on changes in court procedures and regulations.
    19. Perform all other duties as assigned or required.
     
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 
    1. Knowledge of or ability to learn Municipal Court processes.  
    2. Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the City.
    3. Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
    4. Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations. 
    5. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
    6. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
    7. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
    8. Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
    9. Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position.
    10. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required for this position.
    11. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
    12. Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
    13. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
    14. Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
    15. Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
    16. Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
    17. Ability to always maintain professionalism.
    18. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
    19. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Freedom of Information Act and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
    20. Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
    21. Ability to maintain consistent attendance. 
    Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.   The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.   The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

    MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • High School Diploma/GED with three (3) years court, legal office, clerical, or customer service experience.
    • Must obtain Level I Municipal Court Clerk Certification within one (1) year from date of hire.
    • Must obtain Notary Public Commission within six (6) months from date of hire.
    • Previous cash handling, posting and reconciliation experience.

     PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Previous court experience.
    • Bilingual in both English and Spanish.

      PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
    The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.  Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor or Employee Services.  
     
    • This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands for repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
    • Work has standard vision requirements.
    • Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
    • Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
    • Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
    • Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting.
    • May require dealing with persons who are hostile or aggressive, posing threatening conditions. 
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Clerk of Court
  • City of Live Oak
  • Live Oak, TX FULL_TIME
  • Clerk of Court Position Summary: Under general supervision, manages all non-judicial functions for the Municipal Court and staff by setting trial dates, reviewing cases, aiding in the development of t...
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Clerk of the Court
  • Harris County
  • Humble, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position DescriptionThe Justice Court Clerk works with the public and processes payments for traffic, criminal, and civil cases; and performs related duties as required under general supervision.Dutie...
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Court clerk
  • Cameron County
  • La Feria, TX FULL_TIME
  • COURT ASSISTANT II PAY PLAN : 110 - $ 29,522.00 minimum salary Purpose of Classification Performs clerical work in support of assigned court proceedings. Duties include creating and maintaining accura...
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Deputy Clerk
  • Seventh Court of Appeals
  • Amarillo, TX FULL_TIME
  • JOB VACANCY NOTICE DEPUTY CLERKState Job Title: Deputy Clerk IIISalary Range: $39,976 - $61,399 (commensurate with experience)Target Start Date: August 1, 2024 (or earlier)Closing Date: Until FilledLo...
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Term Law Clerk
  • Texas Northern District Court
  • Lubbock, TX FULL_TIME
  • This job offer is not available in your country. Main content Job Details for Term Law Clerk Court Name / Organization : Texas Northern District Court 1 hour ago
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Deputy Court Clerk (Circuit Court Clerk)
  • Shelby County, TN
  • Memphis, TN
  • Position Summary Works under supervisor to perform court related clerical work within assigned courts. Pay Grade: 41 Sal...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Court Clerk
  • State Bar of California
  • San Francisco, CA
  • State Bar Court Annual Salary Range: $79,876 - $106,423 FLSA Exempt / Union Represented The standard work schedule is 4-...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Court Clerk
  • Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Join the Team We are looking for motivated candidates to perform a complete range of administrative duties for the Court...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Court Clerk
  • State of Missouri
  • West Plains, MO
  • Job Location: Circuit Courts, West Plains, Howell County, Missouri Why you'll love this position: A position with the Mi...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Court Clerk
  • City of Denison, TX
  • Denison, TX
  • Salary : $33,744.87 - $46,324.48 Annually Location : Denison, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 00403 Department: Execu...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Deputy Court Clerk (Criminal Court Clerk)
  • Shelby County, TN
  • Memphis, TN
  • Position Summary Works under the direct supervision of a supervisor to perform court-related clerical work within assign...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Lead Court Clerk
  • Intertribal Court of Southern California
  • Valley Center, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Summary The Intertribal Court of Southern California invites applications from qualified...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Court Clerk I
  • Charlotte County, Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller
  • Punta Gorda, FL
  • Salary : $33,280.00 Annually Location : Punta Gorda, FL Job Type: Regular Full-Time Job Number: 2024-00007 Division: Cou...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Texas (/ˈtɛksəs/, locally /ˈtɛksɪz/; Spanish: Texas or Tejas Spanish pronunciation: [ˈtexas] (listen)) is the second largest state in the United States by both area and population. Geographically located in the South Central region of the country, Texas shares borders with the U.S. states of Louisiana to the east, Arkansas to the northeast, Oklahoma to the north, New Mexico to the west, and the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas to the southwest, while the Gulf of Mexico is to the southeast. Houston is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth largest in the...
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Income Estimation for Court Clerk jobs
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What does a Court Clerk do?

Court Clerk in Boston, MA
As deputy clerk, the release states that Moore was the “face” of the courtroom that represented the clerk’s office and assisted the judge by calling cases from the docket, administering oaths to witnesses and jurors, reading indictments and maintaining court records.
October 02, 2019
Court Clerk in Pascagoula, MS
King County's largest court of limited jurisdiction with ten locations throughout the County.
November 06, 2019
Court Clerk in Lompoc, CA
This includes maintaining court records, securing information for the judges, and administering oaths.
December 23, 2019