CLERK OF JUVENILE COURT

Glynn County Government; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly payroll

12 PTO hours per month

12 holidays paid

Employee Assistance Program

No-Cost Employee Health Clinic

Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and

Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan

Job summary

Glynn County Government's Juvenile Court is seeking a dedicated professional to oversee clerical and administrative support for court operations in Brunswick, GA. The role ensures accurate record-keeping, data entry, and efficient processing of petitions, orders, and notices.

The incumbent provides high-level courtroom support, coordinates with judges and external agencies, interprets policy changes, and mentors office staff to maintain confidentiality and compliance with state law.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the juvenile court domain and confidentiality.
• Three to five years of related experience.
• Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain juvenile records in compliance with state law.
• Enter and verify case data in the management system with accuracy.
• Prepare, review, and file petitions, court orders, motions, subpoenas, and notices.
• Provide high-level courtroom support and record minutes.
• Coordinate communications with judges, attorneys, probation officers, and agencies.
• Monitor changes in juvenile law and ensure policy compliance across staff.

Skills

Juvenile policy

Record retention

Confidentiality

Supervisory skills

Court software

Staff training

Customer service

Prioritization

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: JUVENILE COURT - Brunswick, GA 31520, Salary Range: $60,790.51 Salary, Job Shift: Day

JOB SUMMARY

This position directs and oversees the provision of clerical and administrative support for Juvenile Court operations.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Ensures that all electronic and physical juvenile records are organized, current, and maintained in strict compliance with state law, court policies, and confidentiality mandates; oversees the handling of sealed and sensitive case documents.
• Manages and verifies the accuracy of data entered into the case management system; ensures the timely and precise entry of juvenile case data, docket updates, and status changes; identifies and corrects data integrity issues.
• Directs and facilitates the processing of all legal documents filed in juvenile matters; oversees the preparation, review, and filing of petitions, court orders, motions, subpoenas, and notices; ensures that all documentation is properly formatted and entered promptly.
• Provides high-level courtroom support during juvenile court sessions to include recording minutes.
• Coordinates critical communications with court-affiliated stakeholders; coordinates with judges, attorneys, probation officers, child welfare agencies, law enforcement, and other external entities.
• Implements and ensures compliance with legal procedures and policy changes; monitors changes in juvenile law, court rules, and administrative policies; interprets and applies updates across the clerical team to ensure uniform compliance and best practices in daily operations.
• Responds to inquiries from families, attorneys, and the public with discretion and professionalism; provides procedural guidance without offering legal advice while maintaining confidentiality.
• Prepares analytical reports and official statistical documents; compiles case volume data, performance metrics, and compliance summaries for internal review and external reporting; provides information in support of audits.
• Supports the development of Juvenile Court initiatives and reform programs; assists in designing and implementing new programs.
• Processes and reconciles financial transactions; ensures accurate recordkeeping, issues receipts, and reconciles funds in collaboration with the Court’s finance department.
• Leads the configuration and system support for court technology platforms; designs, maintains, and updates electronic forms; provides back-end technical assistance, troubleshoots system issues, supports data integrity, and trains staff in the use of system tools.
• Oversees and maintains the Juvenile Court hearing calendar; schedules and reschedules hearings; prepares daily and weekly dockets; ensures that all parties receive timely and accurate notifications.
• Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines office staff; provides mentorship and performance oversight; serves as primary point of escalation for complex procedural or personnel issues.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of Juvenile Court policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of record retention principles and practices.
• Knowledge of confidentiality guidelines governing juvenile records.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of court management system software programs.
• Skill in training and supervision over personnel.
• Skill in the use of modern office equipment.
• Skill in the provision of customer services.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Judge assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include the Official Code of Georgia, the DDS Traffic Manual, the Georgia Court Guide of Statistical Reporting, and county and court policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied administrative, management, and supervisory duties. Strict timelines contribute to the complexity of the position

The purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the court office. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of court operations.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other court personnel, judges, attorneys, guardians ad litem, law enforcement personnel, school system employees, interpreters, community agencies, juveniles, and members of the public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, motivate persons, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.

The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position directly supervises the Chief Deputy Clerk and the Deputy Court Clerk.

QUALIFICATIONS & BENEFITS

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain Institute of Continuing Judicial Education of Georgia certification.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly payroll
• 12 hours of PTO per month
• 12 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• No-Cost Employee Health Clinic
• Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability
• Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Benefits
• Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan