Court Clerk I — Records, Data & Public Service

Coweta County; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County is seeking a qualified administrative support professional to process legal documents, enter data, and maintain court records. You will greet the public, answer inquiries, and forward matters to the appropriate parties, while ensuring accuracy in filings and formatting of documents.

The role involves supporting the Chief Clerk and Deputy Clerks II, handling estate and guardianship processes, and processing court fees and permits in a timely, compliant manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• General knowledge of court office procedures and Georgia laws.
• Ability to handle multiple clerical tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Greets visitors, answers telephone, and handles general inquiries.
• Receives inquiries and service requests and resolves or forwards them.
• Types documents such as correspondence, orders, lists, and reports.
• Facilitates estates, guardianship and conservatorship processes.
• Supports Chief Clerk and Deputy Clerks II; assists attorneys and others as needed.
• Processes and records court documents, judgments, and finance statements.
• Enters data into computer systems and verifies accuracy.
• Processes concealed handgun permits and related delivery.
• Swears in personal representatives and guardians/conservators.
• Picks up/delivers mail, sorts and distributes mail; operates office equipment.

Skills

Office methods

Georgia law knowledge

Court policies

Business English

Spelling

Arithmetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment operation

Court programs

Job description

Coweta County is seeking a qualified administrative support professional to process legal documents, enter data, and maintain court records. You will greet the public, answer inquiries, and forward matters to the appropriate parties, while ensuring accuracy in filings and formatting of documents.

The role involves supporting the Chief Clerk and Deputy Clerks II, handling estate and guardianship processes, and processing court fees and permits in a timely, compliant manner.