Deputy Clerk

Judicial Branch; Memphis (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Scotland County, NC is seeking a qualified Deputy Clerk to support court operations, process records, and provide customer service in a fast-paced legal environment. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, handling case materials, and coordinating with attorneys, GALs, and DSS, with opportunities to gain exposure to a broad range of civil and criminal matters.

Eligible applicants will have strong communication skills and basic math ability; bilingual

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Scotland County residents preferred.
• Experience in courthouse or law office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts.
• Review, prepare, and process criminal and civil cases including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases.
• Process cases, produce records, and maintain case files in the courtroom during court sessions.
• Establish and maintain case files for adoptions, determinations of incompetency, foreclosures, motor vehicle liens, etc.
• Provide sensitive information for juvenile casework to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem (GAL), DSS, and DPS.
• Administer estates of the deceased and explain procedures to family members and other authorized representatives.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Odyssey Enterprise Justice

eWarrants

eCourts

Case management software

Job description

Agency Clerk of Superior Court Division CSC Scotland Job Classification Title Deputy Clerk (S) Position Number 60004407 Grade JC01

About Us DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $37,404.00 - $60,502.00

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Scotland County, is seeking a qualified individual to serve in the position of deputy clerk in the legal system of North Carolina by processing, controlling and maintaining documentation of court cases. As a deputy clerk, you may perform a variety of duties including working in the courtroom, providing customer service, data entry, typing, filing, cash receipting, multi-tasking, and an assortment of other tasks. The specific duties of the individual hired will be determined based on the current needs of the office. Excellent computer skills are a must as is the ability to process information accurately. Good English and communication skills are highly desirable. Basic math skills are required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences As a Deputy Clerk, you may perform a variety of duties such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Process cash receipts.
• Review, prepare, and process criminal and civil cases including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases.
• Process cases, produce records, and maintain case files in the courtroom during court sessions.
• Establish and maintain case files for adoptions, determinations of incompetency, foreclosures, motor vehicle liens, etc.
• Provide sensitive information for juvenile casework to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem (GAL), the Department of Social Services (DSS), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS).
• Administer estates of the deceased and explain procedures to family members and other authorized representatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: NC general statutes; policies and procedures related to the local judicial district; juvenile proceedings; eWarrants; eCourts; Odyssey Enterprise Justice, and general office and clerical procedures.
• Skills in: basic math; active listening; managing a high volume of public interaction; effectively communicating both verbally and in writing; fast, accurate data entry; and MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to: read and comprehend legal documents; interact diplomatically with a diverse group of people; multi-task; adjust to unexpected events; meet deadlines; organize and manage files; work independently; maintain confidentiality; and provide procedural information without giving legal advice.

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.

The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 18 years of age. Scotland County residents preferred. Management prefers applicants with professional experience working in a courthouse or law office.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.