Court Clerk II: Docketing, Imaging & Public Liaison

Travis County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County seeks a Court Clerk II under moderate supervision to perform legal clerical duties, interpret procedures, file court documents, and assist the public. Responsibilities include processing filings, reviewing documents, scanning into imaging systems, indexing, notary services, and preparing various court documents.

Location on Burnet Road in Austin, 8 am–5 pm, Department: Justice Of Peace 2; requires Associate degree and two years clerical experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Two years of responsible clerical experience, familiarity with legal procedures and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist public in person, by phone or email regarding status of cases.
• Process incoming faxes and mail, log and distribute documents.
• Index and scan documents into the document imaging system.
• Prepare and issue summons, warrants, and other court documents as needed.
• Perform cashier duties and accept payments.

Skills

Interpreting procedures

Independent judgment

Customer service

Communication skills

Legal terminology

Education

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or a directly related field

Tools

Document imaging system

Case management system

Scanner

Cash handling / cashier system

Job description

Travis County seeks a Court Clerk II under moderate supervision to perform legal clerical duties, interpret procedures, file court documents, and assist the public. Responsibilities include processing filings, reviewing documents, scanning into imaging systems, indexing, notary services, and preparing various court documents.

Location on Burnet Road in Austin, 8 am–5 pm, Department: Justice Of Peace 2; requires Associate degree and two years clerical experience.