Central Magistrate Court Clerk - C

Bexar County; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County is hiring a Central Magistrate Court Clerk to oversee magistration intake and related records. You will prepare and route legal paperwork, administer oaths, and collaborate with the Sheriff's Office and Pretrial Services to manage release or retention decisions for arrested individuals.

This full-time role requires attention to detail, data accuracy, and strong communication with the public and County staff; shift and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED certificate required with three years of judicial system experience.
• Strong data entry, clerical and records management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with the public and staff.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee intake and records for magistration processes.
• Determine documents to present to the Magistrate for magistrations.
• Administer oaths and route legal paperwork to Sheriff's Office and Pretrial Services.
• Data entry to initiate and update case information and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Customer service

Records management

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Scanning equipment

Personal computer

Job description

## Central Magistrate Court Clerk - CApply: Bexar County Sheriff & Detention Center: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 18, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR101243**Job Title**Central Magistrate Court Clerk - C**Pay Rate Min to Mid Range**$18.34 - $21.55**Time Type**Full time**Summary**Under general supervision is responsible for reviewing and overseeing the intake of all documents involved in the magistration process; determining appropriate documents to present to the Magistrate in order to facilitate the arrested the arrested persons being magistrated; preparing and routing appropriate legal paperwork to the Sheriff's Office and Pretrial Services for release or retention of arrested persons; and performing related duties as required.Description**Duties and Responsibilities:*** Reviews and oversees intake and proper records management of all documents involved in the magistration process* Determines appropriate documents to present to the Magistrate in order to facilitate the arrested persons being magistrate* Administers oaths for parties involved in individual cases* Submits all required documentation to the Department of Public Safety regarding Motor Vehicle Interlocks* Notifies proper law enforcement agencies of protective orders* Performs data entry to initiate and update case information* Answers questions in person and by telephone, regarding the department, from the general public, magistrates, attorneys, and other County Departments* Prepares and routes appropriate legal paperwork to the Sheriff's Office and Pretrial Services for release or retention of arrested persons* Creates and recalls Judge's warrants* Acts as backup to the Central Magistrate Operations Clerk* Performs related duties as required**Minimum Qualifications:*** High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, and three (3) years judicial system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience* Good knowledge of basic office procedures; knowledge of alphabetical and numeric file systems; good knowledge of basic legal terminology; good knowledge of judicial procedures; and knowledge of records management* Skill in operating a personal computer, scanning equipment, and basic office equipment* Ability to accurately enter data; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to deal with hostile or irrational individuals; ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to effectively respond to customer inquiries and complaints; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, City and County staff, Elected/Appointed Officials, attorneys and the general public* Acts in the name of the District Clerk and shall perform all official acts as may be lawfully done and performed by such Clerk in person, pursuant to Section 51.303 of the Texas Government Code* Must be bondable* Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation by the District Clerk* Must clear a pre-employment physical and drug screen* May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek* Will be required to work shift work, flex hours, weekends, and holiday**Working Environment and Physical Demands:*** Generally working in indoor conditions* Frequently moves items weighing up to 5-10 pounds* Occasionally moves items weighing up to 40 pounds* Occasionally moves about the office* Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information* Generally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery* Positions self to perform essential functions* Must be able to remain in a stationary position**Working With Bexar County**Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website*Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.**We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*