Deputy District Court Clerk - District Clerk's Office

Fort Bend County, TX; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a detail-oriented clerk to examine, verify and input data into court computer systems, updating case information and indexing files. The role involves researching historical data, processing documents, and assisting the public and attorneys with inquiries.

The position requires at least a high school diploma or GED, strong typing (40 WPM), and solid MS Office skills. Overtime may be required, including weekends, with starting hourly pay range noted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of general business experience.
• Good computer and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite preferred.
• Math and typing skills (minimum 40 WPM).
• Good verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.

Responsibilities

• Examines, verifies and inputs data into court systems to update information on cases.
• Researches and analyzes historical data and verifies, processes, distributes documents.
• Produces case index and ensures files are complete and in order; retrieves files as requested.
• Calculates and collects costs of court and monetary transactions per Texas procedures.
• Issues and tracks legal documents (summons, subpoenas, warrants, etc.) as directed.
• Answers calls and assists public, attorneys or county inquiries.
• Supports department staff and participates in emergency management duties as needed.

Skills

Data entry

MS Office

Typing 40 WPM

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!Examines, verifies and inputs data into various court computer systems to update information regarding pending, disposed,microfilmed, criminal, civil, and family cases, using detailed data entry codes. Researches and analyzes historical data.Verifies, processes and distributes documents to appropriate locations, prints and provides case index, ensure files are complete and in proper order at all times. Uses various computer checkout systems and a warehouse inventory index to ensure exact location of files and reproduces or retrieves files upon request.Verifies, analyzes and indexes mass filings of attorney general documents.Answers incoming telephone calls and assists and responds to public, attorney or County inquiries or directs to appropriate person.Calculates and collects costs of court and monetary transactions associated with criminal cases according to the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.Research monetary transactions and calculate percentages reimbursed by State agencies to determine fees owed in a civil law suit involving multiple case parties. Issues Bill of Cost to collect outstanding fees and to outline complex costs awarded per court judgment.Issues and tracks summons, subpoenas, citations, warrants, writs, restraining orders, protective orders, notices and other documents as prescribed by law and at the direction of the requesting party, and as ordered by the District Court and Court of Appeals; responds to questions from public regarding these documents.Supports and assists department staff as needed.Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma/GED.Minimum of one year of general business experience.Good computer and data entry skills.Knowledge of MS Office Suite preferred.Math and typing skills (minimum 40 WPM).Good verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other County employees, elected officials and co-workers.Self-starter skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; adapt and cope with fast-paced office.Ability to learn established office routines and policies from written instructions, inclusive of financial and mathematical tasks.Must be flexible with regard to work assignments and location.Valid Driver's License and proof of liability insurance may be required.Overtime may be required, including weekends.Must make frequent court attendance and have no visible tattoos.STARTING SALARY RANGE: $16.50 - $20.63 hourly based on qualificationsCLOSING DATE: Upon filling position#LI-JL1All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/complyFort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.