Estates Processing Clerk

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government in Marietta, GA seeks an Administrative Clerk to provide essential clerical support to the assigned Court. The role handles customer service by phone, mail, and in person, explains court procedures, processes documents, and helps with filing and data entry.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience; the position emphasizes accuracy, discretion, and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required; plus two years of experience providing administrative or clerical support.
• Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, with potential for light lifting and prolonged keyboard use.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by telephone, mail, and in person, offering information about court activities, services, procedures, documentation, fees, and case status.
• Review and process legal documents in accordance with court procedures and time frames; file and route documents as needed.
• Enter data into computer systems, databases and applications; maintain accurate records and filing systems.
• Assist with subpoenas, court orders, continuances, and other legal documents; contribute to preparing and distributing information.
• Assist in training new staff and guiding coworkers on proper use of equipment and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to provide administrative and clerical support to an assigned Court.

Performs customer service functions by telephone, by mail, and in person: provides information and assistance regarding court activities, services, procedures, documentation, fees, case status/disposition, or other issues; reviews and accepts legal documents in accordance with court procedures and prescribed time frames; distributes forms and documentation; responds to routine and complex questions or complaints; researches problems/complaints; and initiates problem resolution.

Processes various court-related documentation in accordance with court procedures and time frames: assists in preparing, receiving, responding to, and processing subpoenas, court orders, continuances, case initiation documents, case dispositions, citations, and other legal documents; receives and date stamps legal documents; distributes and submits information and legal documents to appropriate parties; reviews, verifies, records and files documentation and records helps to maintain spreadsheets and print needed reports.

Enters data from court and legal documents into computer systems, databases and applications: indexes and records court case information and legal documents audits and reviews data for accuracy; transfers case disposition information and maintains accurate records and filing systems.

Performs computer related tasks requiring broad working knowledge of a wide variety of standard computer applications, i.e. word processing, database systems, spreadsheet programs, calendar, schedulers, and electronic file maintenance.

May assist in leading work activities of co-workers; confers with co-workers and assists with complex problem/situations; provides technical support and may assist with training new staff and instructing co-workers regarding proper use of equipment.

Participates in special projects as requested by supervision; may coordinate staff activities within assigned unit.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by two years of experience providing administrative or clerical support.

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.