Lead Court Clerk: Caseflow & Docket Specialist

Ottawa County; Olive Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottawa County is seeking a Court Clerk team leader to supervise processing and caseflow for misdemeanor, felony, civil, small claims and related matters at the Grand Haven Courthouse. The role involves assisting customers, distributing workload, and ensuring compliance with Michigan Court Rules and Traffic Benchbook.

Responsibilities include preparing cases for mediations, reviewing judgments, and mentoring staff while maintaining records and procedures for efficient court operations in Grand

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED plus post-secondary training and two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Court Clerks in processing and managing caseflow for criminal and civil cases.
• Assist customers by phone and at the counter, explaining court policies and procedures.
• Abstract judgments for the Secretary of State and interpret Traffic Benchbook provisions.
• Verify and correct abstracts for the Secretary of State.
• Research Michigan codes and court rules relevant to cases.
• Prepare cases for mediations.
• Assist other clerks in resolving complex issues and ensuring procedural compliance.
• Develop procedures for case processing and maintenance of records.
• May serve as LEIN officer and audit LEIN data entry.

Skills

Customer relations

Michigan law knowledge

Court procedures

Typing speed

Math proficiency

Document imaging

Privacy requirements

Computer literacy

Court recording

LEIN knowledge

Time management

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional interactions

Education

High school diploma or GED with post-secondary training

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Database management

Job description

Ottawa County is seeking a Court Clerk team leader to supervise processing and caseflow for misdemeanor, felony, civil, small claims and related matters at the Grand Haven Courthouse. The role involves assisting customers, distributing workload, and ensuring compliance with Michigan Court Rules and Traffic Benchbook.

Responsibilities include preparing cases for mediations, reviewing judgments, and mentoring staff while maintaining records and procedures for efficient court operations in Grand