Deputy Clerk

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

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Judicial Branch is seeking a Deputy Clerk in Nash County to handle court documentation, cash receipts, and case processing. You will support courtroom operations, manage confidential records, and interact with attorneys, clients, and staff with professionalism.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong data-entry skills, and experience in a courthouse setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Experience in a courthouse or law office preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents.

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.
• Provide sensitive information for juvenile casework to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem, the Department of Social Services, and the Department of Public Safety.
• Administer estates of the deceased and explain procedures to family members and other authorized representatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines; multi-task and work independently.

Skills

Active listening

Data entry

Verbal/written communication

Customer service

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Odyssey Enterprise Justice

eWarrants

eCourts

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

AgencyClerk of Superior CourtDivisionCSC NashJob Classification TitleDeputy Clerk (S)Position Number60003934GradeJC01About UsDO 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 WorkSALARY RANGE: $37,404.00 - $60,502.00The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Nash 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.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesAs 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.New hires may be paid above the minimum rate depending on education and experience in a North Carolina Clerk of Superior Court office.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesKnowledge 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.Supplemental and Contact Information:INSTRUCTIONS:Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.*NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.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.Charmaine LeeksNC Administrative Office of the CourtsHuman Resources DivisionMinimum Education and ExperienceSome 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. Nash County residents preferred.Management prefers applicants with professional experience working in a courthouse or law office.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Charmaine James LeeksEmail:[e-mail]