Deputy Clerk - Marathon

The Monroe County Clerk & Comptroller; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Monroe County Clerk & Comptroller seeks an entry-level Deputy Clerk in Marathon to support court operations across civil, criminal, traffic and misdemeanor cases using the Odyssey Case Management System.

This role may work in the courtroom with the Judge, respond to inquiries, distribute court records and perform cashiering duties, while maintaining accurate records with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to use Word processing and enter data into the case management system.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in records.
• Basic math skills for cashiering.
• Ability to communicate with public and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Odyssey Case Management System for traffic or misdemeanor cases.
• Disseminate information about court rules and procedures to attorneys, media and the public.
• Perform cashiering functions.
• Provide backup as needed.
• Assist in special projects and other duties.

Skills

Word processing

Data entry

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Odyssey Case Management System

Job description

We are seeking fast learners with a keen attention to detail who can help us achieve high standards in customer service, efficiency and innovation.

Job Title : Deputy Clerk – Marathon FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Department : Court Operations Job Code : 110-01

Reports To : Court Supervisor

Summary Description

This is an entry-level position is responsible for performing a wide variety of complex legal clerical duties related to civil, criminal, traffic and/or misdemeanor cases filed with the Monroe County circuit and/or county courts. The Deputy Clerk – Marathon is responsible for coordination and maintenance of case data. The Deputy Clerk may be assigned to work in the courtroom with the Judge.

Tasks

• Maintains the Clerk’s Odyssey Case Management System related to traffic or misdemeanor cases.
• Disseminates information regarding the rules and procedures of the Monroe County courts by responding to inquiries and distributing court records, court orders and other legal materials to appropriate court officials, attorneys, media and interested persons.
• Works on special projects and assignments as directed.
• Performs cashiering function.
• Provides back-up, as directed, in the absence of other deputy clerks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities Required

• Ability to use Word processing and enter, retrieve, and manage data into the case management system.
• Record keeping skills.
• Ability to obtain an understanding of needed clerical functions and court operations.
• Knowledge of business English and mathematics.
• Ability to maintain close attention to details.
• Ability to perform simple math including ability to perform the cashiering function.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.

Education and Experience Required

• High school graduate or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

License and/or Certificates Required

• None

Discretion

It is essential that this position follows established guidelines, rules and procedures when handling criminal court records. A Deputy Clerk – Marathon performs his/her tasks with limited supervision.

Contacts

Works closely and on a routine basis with the Court Manager, the Court Supervisor, the judiciary and their staff, and other Deputy Clerks. In addition, a Deputy Clerk – Marathon has ongoing contact with attorneys, and the general public.

Supervisory Authority

None.

The Monroe County Clerk is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [url for EEO poster]