Judicial Clerk – Special Proceedings & Probate

Judicial Branch; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina’s Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court division is seeking an Assistant Clerk (NS). This role performs judicial duties in special proceedings, including foreclosures, guardianships, adoptions, and real property matters, under state statutes.

The position requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex rules to attorneys and the public. It provides opportunities to work across divisions and support probate functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Clerk in the exercise of judicial authority, exercising all of the judicial powers, functions and authority of the Clerk as ex officio Judge of Probate and as a judicial officer of the Superior Court.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings and render judicial opinions including relevant findings of fact and conclusions of law.
• Preside over hearings and issue orders on foreclosures, guardianships, claim and deliveries, supplemental proceedings, disputed funds, surplus proceeds, minor's funds, adult adoptions, and other matters within the statutory jurisdiction of the Clerk of Superior Court.
• Process applications for probate of wills and codicils.
• Appoint personal representatives for decedent estates, guardianships, trustees, collectors, and allowances.
• Prepare letters of testamentary, administration, and guardianship.
• Administer oaths and set bonds for administrators and guardians.
• Review annual and final accountings for accuracy.
• Issue Notices and Orders to personal representatives and legal counsel.

Job description

The State of North Carolina’s Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court division is seeking an Assistant Clerk (NS). This role performs judicial duties in special proceedings, including foreclosures, guardianships, adoptions, and real property matters, under state statutes.

The position requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex rules to attorneys and the public. It provides opportunities to work across divisions and support probate functions.