Court Records & Docket Specialist

Athens Clarke County; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens-Clarke County is seeking a Court Clerk to support Superior and State Courts. The role includes assisting judges, handling court records, data entry for real estate, civil, and criminal documents, cash receipting, and public assistance.

The clerk will manage juries, maintain indexes, and prepare various court-related documents. Responsibilities also cover notary duties, file maintenance, and coordination with the Sheriff’s Office.

Qualifications

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Must work cooperatively with others.
• If required to operate a vehicle, comply with ACC's safe driving policy.
• Knowledge of court records, real estate, civil and criminal documents is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends court as Officer of the Court; assists and coordinates matters for Superior and State Court judges.
• Coordinates and assists in all jury/juror matters; maintains jury lists and summons.
• Types, files, cancels, indexes, processes, and records cash receivables for real estate documents and related records; prepares indexes.
• Files, records, and prepares UCC filings for transmission to relevant court authorities.
• Process civil and criminal actions: receiving, filing, docketing, assigning, and recording cash receivables; prepare calendars; file motions and orders.
• Receives, records, files, verifies, and dockets proceedings for court cases; prepares reports for DPS and other agencies; conducts background checks as required.
• Prepares documentation for court processing and transmits to Sheriff’s Office; processes mail and invoices; maintains ledgers and accounts.
• Provides assistance to lawyers, the public, and judges; answers requests for information and maintains courtroom logs.
• Oversees other staff and court-related duties; performs other duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with one year of legal secretarial, clerical and customer service or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Job description

Athens-Clarke County is seeking a Court Clerk to support Superior and State Courts. The role includes assisting judges, handling court records, data entry for real estate, civil, and criminal documents, cash receipting, and public assistance.

The clerk will manage juries, maintain indexes, and prepare various court-related documents. Responsibilities also cover notary duties, file maintenance, and coordination with the Sheriff’s Office.