Court Operations Coordinator

County of El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County of El Paso is seeking a Court Coordinator for Probate Court. The role administers and supervises court operations, maintains dockets, coordinates with judges, attorneys, and public, and ensures efficient disposition of cases. Includes scheduling, budgeting support, and confidential office duties.

The position emphasizes customer service, policy adherence, and collaboration with court staff to improve caseload management and ensure timely hearings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with five years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Valid driver’s license by date of hire; driving record acceptable to County of El Paso.
• 16 hours of mandatory continuing education annually for court coordinators.
• Access to County network requires a personal mobile smart device by start date.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between Judge, other officials, and the public; handles inquiries and referrals.
• Manages weekly and monthly court dockets; monitors case age and readiness of trial dockets.
• Notifies attorneys, defendants, plaintiffs, and others of hearings; manages continuances.
• Prepares judgments; opens/closes cases; handles expungements; maintains docket records.
• Assigns attorneys; coordinates transfer of cases; issues citations and subpoenas.
• Compiles reports and conducts special studies; drafts notices and legal documents.
• Maintains calendars, schedules meetings, and distributes agendas; records minutes.
• Interprets constitutional/state statutes; stays updated on legislation; travels as needed.
• Monitors budgets, purchases, and inventory; supports IT and budget processes.
• Performs secretarial duties; notarizes documents; maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Case management

Research skills

Customer service

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

County of El Paso is seeking a Court Coordinator for Probate Court. The role administers and supervises court operations, maintains dockets, coordinates with judges, attorneys, and public, and ensures efficient disposition of cases. Includes scheduling, budgeting support, and confidential office duties.

The position emphasizes customer service, policy adherence, and collaboration with court staff to improve caseload management and ensure timely hearings.