Court Clerk | Fast-Paced Public Service, Accurate Filing

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement

Full-time benefits package

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a court clerk to prepare and maintain accurate court files, respond to inquiries, and support the District Clerk and staff. The role involves data entry, filing, indexing, copying, and assisting imaging, docketing, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, strong filing skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced office. Valid Texas driver’s license and auto insurance are needed, with frequent court attendance and no visible

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong filing skills.
• Typing preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with public and colleagues.
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced office environment.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Must attend court frequently and have no visible tattoos.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain court files accurately and efficiently.
• Respond to inquiries or direct to the appropriate person.
• Prepare case binders and make ready for file backs.
• Enter locations of checked-out files in the case management system.
• File back jackets and index on file jackets; make copies.
• Assist District Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Supervisors, and Data Coordinator.
• Move file jackets on shelves; assist imaging department; scan documents; shredding.
• Print docketing indexes for court and perform other designated duties.

Skills

Filing skills

Typing

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter / prioritization

Adaptability to fast-paced office

Driver's license & auto insurance

Court attendance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking a court clerk to prepare and maintain accurate court files, respond to inquiries, and support the District Clerk and staff. The role involves data entry, filing, indexing, copying, and assisting imaging, docketing, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, strong filing skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced office. Valid Texas driver’s license and auto insurance are needed, with frequent court attendance and no visible