Deputy Clerk

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Hertford County seeks a Deputy Clerk to perform specialized clerical and administrative duties. Responsibilities include managing case files, processing legal documents, and interacting with the public. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and knowledge of NC statutes. This role offers state benefits and requires a high school diploma.

Benefits

health coverage

retirement options

other state benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NC statutes and civil proceedings.
• Professional experience in a courthouse or law office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processing cash receipts and managing case files.
• Reviewing and preparing criminal and civil cases.
• Providing sensitive juvenile case information.

Skills

active listening

effective communication

data entry

basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Clerk

Location: Hertford County, North Carolina

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Hertford County is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Deputy Clerk within the North Carolina legal system. Deputy Clerks perform specialized clerical and administrative duties in a Clerk of Superior Court office, involving interaction with the public, processing initial filings, continuances, judgments, and maintaining case documentation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Processing cash receipts
• Reviewing, preparing, and processing criminal and civil cases, including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases
• Managing case files and records during court sessions
• Establishing and maintaining case files for various legal matters such as adoptions, foreclosures, and liens
• Providing sensitive juvenile case information to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem, DSS, and DPS
• Administering estates and explaining procedures to families and representatives

Qualifications and Skills:

Knowledge of: NC statutes, civil and juvenile proceedings, case processing systems (VCAP, JWISE, Odyssey, eWarrants, eCourts), and general office procedures.

Skills in: basic math, active listening, managing high public interaction, effective communication, data entry, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.

Abilities to: read legal documents, interact diplomatically, multi-task, adapt to unexpected events, meet deadlines, organize files, work independently, maintain confidentiality, and provide procedural info without legal advice.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age of 18
• Preference for Hertford County residents
• Professional experience in a courthouse or law office is preferred

Application Instructions:

Complete the online application via the provided APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications are not accepted. Ensure your application includes all relevant education and work experience. Attach a cover letter and résumé. For assistance, review the Online Employment Application Guide and FAQs. For technical issues, contact NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.

Additional Information:

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers and participate in E-Verify. Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, and other state benefits. Applicants must disclose all employment and secondary employment details, and declare any conflicts of interest.