Deputy Clerk

North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Hertford County is seeking a Deputy Clerk to perform clerical and administrative duties within the North Carolina legal system. Responsibilities include processing filings, managing case files, and providing information to the public. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of judicial policies and have strong skills in public interaction and data entry. A high school diploma is required, and preference is given to local residents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NC statutes and judicial policies.
• Experience in a courthouse or law office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts and manage case files.
• Review and prepare criminal and civil cases.
• Provide sensitive juvenile case information.

Skills

Math

Active Listening

Public Interaction

Data Entry

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Hertford County, seeks an individual to serve as Deputy Clerk in the North Carolina legal system. Deputy Clerks perform clerical and administrative work, interacting with the public, processing filings, judgments, and maintaining case documentation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Process cash receipts.
2. Review, prepare, and process criminal and civil cases, including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, and juvenile cases.
3. Manage case files and produce records during court sessions.
4. Establish and maintain case files for various legal matters such as adoptions and foreclosures.
5. Provide sensitive juvenile case information to authorized parties.
6. Administer estates and explain procedures to families.

New hires may be paid above the minimum based on education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of NC statutes, judicial policies, civil and juvenile proceedings, and related systems.
• Skills in math, active listening, public interaction, data entry, and MS Office.
• Ability to read legal documents, interact diplomatically, multi-task, organize files, work independently, and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Preference for Hertford County residents.
• Experience in a courthouse or law office is a plus.

Applicants must submit a complete online application, including a cover letter and resume.

Additional Information:

Applicants should review the application process and ensure all documents are attached before submission. For assistance, contact the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers and participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

For more details, visit https://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers.