Court Records & Data Entry Specialist

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 46,798,000 - 58,540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement

Equal opportunity employer

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Texas is hiring for a court support role focused on data entry, document processing, and public inquiries. The position requires accuracy in indexing and cost calculations, with extensive MS Office use and strong communication skills.

The role involves handling summons and other legal documents, occasional overtime and weekend work, and potential driving requirements. Fort Bend County values equal opportunity and accommodations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Minimum of one year of general business experience.
• Good computer and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite preferred.
• Math and typing skills (minimum 40 WPM).
• Good verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other County employees, elected officials and co-workers.
• Self-starter skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; adapt and cope with fast-paced office.
• Ability to learn established office routines and policies from written instructions, inclusive of financial and mathematical tasks.
• Must be flexible with regard to work assignments and location.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of liability insurance may be required.
• Overtime may be required, including weekends.
• Must make frequent court attendance and have no visible tattoos.

Responsibilities

• Examines, verifies and inputs data into court computer systems to update information.
• Verifies, processes and distributes documents and ensures proper file order.
• Verifies, analyzes and indexes mass filings of documents.
• Answers incoming calls and responds to inquiries or directs to appropriate person.
• Calculates and collects costs of court and monetary transactions.
• Researches monetary transactions and calculates reimbursements; issues Bill of Cost.
• Issues and tracks summons, subpoenas, warrants, writs, and other documents; answers questions about these documents.
• Supports and assists department staff as needed.
• Participates in emergency management duties as directed.

Skills

Data entry

MS Office

Typing 40 WPM

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fort Bend County in Texas is hiring for a court support role focused on data entry, document processing, and public inquiries. The position requires accuracy in indexing and cost calculations, with extensive MS Office use and strong communication skills.

The role involves handling summons and other legal documents, occasional overtime and weekend work, and potential driving requirements. Fort Bend County values equal opportunity and accommodations.