Impactful Probate Clerk: Mental Commitment & Guardianship

Dane County; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane County seeks a Mental Commitment Probate Clerk in the Clerk of Courts’ Probate Office in Madison, WI. The role requires handling mental commitment and probate cases, precise docketing, and confidential record-keeping with adherence to statutory deadlines.

A consistent 8:15/8:30 AM start and possible short-notice overtime may occur to finish urgent orders. Responsibilities include front-line service at the counter, reviewing filings for completeness, and coordinating hearings while

Qualifications

• High school graduation (or equivalent).
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a court system, law office or related work environment with substantial responsibility for identifying, processing, and preparing a wide variety of legal papers associated with court actions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver front-line customer service and administrative support at the Probate Court counter for visitors and phone calls.
• Process complex case filings by opening, updating, tracking, and closing probate-related cases within the court system.
• Review and accept legal documents for filing, ensuring accuracy and meeting administrative requirements.
• Process and distribute urgent legal orders under tight deadlines.
• Maintain highly confidential records and data management in compliance with court policies.
• Prepare and distribute scheduling notices for Orders to Show Cause, status conferences, and related hearings.
• Manage master calendars and schedule appointments for court commissioners and judges.
• Perform precise computer data entry, document scanning, and receipt of funds for filings and copy requests.

Education

High school graduation (or equivalent)

Job description

Dane County seeks a Mental Commitment Probate Clerk in the Clerk of Courts’ Probate Office in Madison, WI. The role requires handling mental commitment and probate cases, precise docketing, and confidential record-keeping with adherence to statutory deadlines.

A consistent 8:15/8:30 AM start and possible short-notice overtime may occur to finish urgent orders. Responsibilities include front-line service at the counter, reviewing filings for completeness, and coordinating hearings while