Criminal Court Clerk - C

Bexar County PA; United States; Presencial; USD 25 265 - 29 687; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Retirement benefits

Support for dependent children

Resumo da oferta

Bexar County is looking for a Criminal Court Clerk to manage court documents and assist in courtroom procedures. The role requires a minimum of a High School diploma and knowledge of criminal procedures. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to communicate effectively.

The position offers competitive benefits, including retirement and support for work/life balance.

Qualificações

• Must be bondable and undergo a background investigation.
• Requires knowledge of criminal courtroom procedures.
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate court appearances and maintain daily dockets.
• Prepare legal documents for court proceedings.
• Provide information on court procedures to the public.

Conhecimentos

Knowledge of Texas Criminal Procedures Code

Effective Communication

Data Entry Skills

Organizational Skills

Mathematical Calculation Skills

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Personal Computer

Typewriter

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title

Criminal Court Clerk - C

Pay Rate Min to Mid Range

$18.34 - $21.55

Time Type

Full time

Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates appearance of parties and maintains hearing, jury and non-jury trial daily dockets
• Prepares and issues legal documents which may include court orders, judgments, warrants, HIV aids testing orders, or requests for psychiatric examinations
• Determines appropriate documents to present to the Judge in order to facilitate a determination of guilt and/or sentencing
• Administers oaths for parties involved in individual cases
• Responsible for notifying the Department of Public Safety of all DWI and drug convictions
• Performs data entry of all court proceedings and court orders including appeal information
• Provides clear, concise and accurate information to the judge, general public and law enforcement officials in person and by telephone regarding court procedures
• Responsible for overseeing intake and proper records management of all documents involved in case
• Calculates jail time credit used in determining proper release date of defendants to the Texas Department of Corrections
• Arranges courtroom procedure while maintaining order in the courtroom; Notifies defendants of their options and responsibilities
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and three (3) years judicial system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of the Texas Criminal Procedures Code and rules; good knowledge of criminal courtroom procedures; and good knowledge of basic legal terminology and court judgments
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously utilizing sound time, planning, and organizing skill sets
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to accurately enter data; ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; ability to operate personal computer utilizing various software programs including CRT system; ability to operate a typewriter and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, attorneys and the general public
• Acts in the name of the District Clerk and shall perform all official acts as may be lawfully done and performed by such clerk in person, pursuant to 51.303 of the government code
• Must be bondable
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation by the District Clerk
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
• May be required to work shift work, flex hours, weekends, and holidays

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Constantly working in indoor conditions
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 5-10 pounds
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 40 poundsOccasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

Equal Opportunity Statements

BexarCounty is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.