Court Recorder & Scheduling Specialist

Macomb County Government; Old Bridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Macomb County Government seeks a Recorder Secretary for the Friend of the Court. The role records hearings, logs, and prepares verbatim transcripts in compliance with SCAO rules. You will handle scheduling, notices, and a range of clerical tasks while supporting referees and attorneys.

Responsibilities include typing reports, answering calls, and assisting with custody recommendations. Candidates need a HS diploma, Michigan MiCSES access, and strong confidentiality and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of customer service experience in a legal/court setting.
• Maintain MiCSES access as set forth by the State of Michigan.
• Preferred: three years of customer service in a legal/court setting.
• Certified Electronic Operator (CEO) certification required; must be permanently certified within 18 months.
• Certified Electronic Recorder (CER) certification required; must be permanently certified within 18 months.
• Valid Michigan driver's license and insured vehicle for authorized travel.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily scheduling and notices for hearings, appointments, and meetings.
• Coordinate adjournments by contacting attorneys and issuing notices.
• Use digital recording equipment to record hearings.
• Assist referees by marking exhibits and maintaining logs and dockets.
• Prepare and typeset reports, letters, and orders.
• Answer phones and assist clients with FOC procedures and cases.
• Prepare custody and parenting time recommendations and related reports.
• Track statistics and prepare year-end reports.

Skills

Typing

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years of customer service experience in a legal/court setting

Tools

MiCSES access

CEO certification

CER certification

Job description

Macomb County Government seeks a Recorder Secretary for the Friend of the Court. The role records hearings, logs, and prepares verbatim transcripts in compliance with SCAO rules. You will handle scheduling, notices, and a range of clerical tasks while supporting referees and attorneys.

Responsibilities include typing reports, answering calls, and assisting with custody recommendations. Candidates need a HS diploma, Michigan MiCSES access, and strong confidentiality and organizational skills.