Deputy Clerk / Estates Clerk

North Carolina Courts; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The North Carolina Courts seek a part-time Deputy Clerk (Estates) in Craven County to support the Estates/Special Proceedings division. Duties include processing probate applications, guardianship matters, and maintaining estate records with accuracy and confidentiality.

The role focuses on assisting Estates families by phone and at the front counter, requires strong data entry and communication skills, and offers a salary range for 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 18+ years old.
• Experience in estates/special proceedings or customer service preferred.
• Ability to read legal documents and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process decedent and guardianship estates per NC statutes.
• Prepare letters of testamentary and administration; issue notices.
• Assist estates clients by phone and front counter; maintain records.

Skills

Active listening

Data entry

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

VCAP

JWISE

eCourts

Odyssey

Job description

## Deputy Clerk / Estates ClerkApply: Craven County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 8, 2026 (11 days left to apply): JR-123134**Agency**Clerk of Superior Court**Division**CSC Craven**Job Classification Title**Deputy Clerk (S)**Position Number**65044051**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: $18,702.00 - $30,251.00 This position is part time, 20 hours per week. The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Craven County, is seeking a qualified individual to serve in the position of Deputy Clerk in the legal system of North Carolina in the Estates / Special Proceedings Division. Employee will focus on assisting Estates families and Special Proceeding customers by phone or at the front counter.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Estate Clerks** process decedent and guardianship estates according to North Carolina statutes. Primary responsibilities including processing applications for probate of wills and codicils, appointing personal representatives for decedent estates, guardianships, trustees, collectors, and allowances; preparing letters of testamentary, administration, and guardianship; administering oaths and setting bonds for administrators and guardians; reviewing annual and final accountings for accuracy; issuing Notices and Orders to personal representatives and legal counsel. **Estate Clerks** require an ability to read and understand the statutes and procedures for estate administration and record keeping, an understanding of basic accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to make timely decisions with accuracy. Estate Clerks meet with attorneys, representatives of other agencies, and the public and must be able to tactfully and diplomatically explain rules, policies, and procedures.**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 / Competencies:****Knowledge of:**NC general statutes; policies and procedures related to the local judicial district; civil proceedings and the Civil Case Processing System (VCAP); juvenile proceedings; Juvenile Case Tracking/Scheduling System (JWISE); 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.Dominikii ColemanNC Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Divisionhttp://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers **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.**Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:**High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 18 years of age. Craven County residents preferred.**Management Preference** \\*A background in customer service, estates/special proceedings, banking, accounting or legal experience is preferred. \\*Three - five years' experience in estates in either a clerk's office or law office/trust office or a law license with a year of practical experience or extensive banking or accounting experience. Management prefers applicants with professional experience working in a courthouse or law office.**Attach cover letter and résumé.**