District Court Clerk - Civil & Criminal Support

Livingston County; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MERS Retirement plan with employer and

Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy,Dental

Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Comp

Health & Dependent Flexible Spending

Paid vacation, sick days & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement up to $500 and$

Voluntary benefits: Accident, Critical

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Livingston County is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk to assist in processing traffic, civil and criminal cases and provide counter service to attorneys, law enforcement and the public. Responsibilities include entering data, filing documents and managing case files within the automated court system.

The role supports civil, small claims and landlord/tenant matters and operates under the Division Leader with a union wage scale.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years’ clerical/administrative experience.
• LEIN Certification within six months of hire.
• Ability to learn local, state, and federal court procedures and laws.
• Strong record-keeping and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide counter and telephone assistance to attorneys and the public.
• Process payments and enter information into the court system.
• Open criminal and civil case files and assign case numbers.
• Prepare and file legal documents and notices.
• Maintain case histories and close files with dispositions.
• Print and mail notices and manage court documents.
• Assist other deputies and court staff.
• Use LEIN system for warrants and violations.

Skills

LEIN Certification

Microsoft Suite

Data entry

Customer service

Court filings

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years related experience

Tools

LEIN System

Job description

Livingston County is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk to assist in processing traffic, civil and criminal cases and provide counter service to attorneys, law enforcement and the public. Responsibilities include entering data, filing documents and managing case files within the automated court system.

The role supports civil, small claims and landlord/tenant matters and operates under the Division Leader with a union wage scale.