Criminal Court Deputy Clerk – Fast-Paced Case Processing

State of North Carolina - Judicial Branch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avery County Clerk of Superior Court is seeking a Deputy Clerk, Criminal Division, to perform clerical and administrative duties in processing criminal cases. This role supports public, attorneys, and law enforcement by handling filings, issuing notices, and maintaining case records in both hard copy and electronic systems.

You will discuss court rules with stakeholders, prepare judgments and orders, calendar cases, and help ensure confidentiality and accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NC statutes and court procedures.
• Experience handling public inquiries and filing procedures.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process criminal cases and filings in assigned divisions.
• Explain court rules to attorneys, public, and others by phone or in person.
• Prepare probation judgments, dispositions, and court orders.
• Maintain hard copy and electronic case files; manage record requests.
• Assist public and officials with information while avoiding legal advice.

Skills

Data entry

Active listening

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VCAP

JWISE

eWarrants

eCourts

Odyssey Enterprise Justice

Job description

The Avery County Clerk of Superior Court is seeking a Deputy Clerk, Criminal Division, to perform clerical and administrative duties in processing criminal cases. This role supports public, attorneys, and law enforcement by handling filings, issuing notices, and maintaining case records in both hard copy and electronic systems.

You will discuss court rules with stakeholders, prepare judgments and orders, calendar cases, and help ensure confidentiality and accuracy in a high-volume environment.