Municipal Court Clerk — Public-Facing Support

City Of Jonesboro; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Jonesboro, GA, is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk to support the Municipal Court with administrative and financial tasks. The role involves customer service, docket management, and legal document processing, ensuring compliance with laws and court policies.

The position is non-exempt with a salary of $56,160.00, requiring a high school diploma or GED and potential associate’s degree. GCIC certification must be obtained within 30 days. Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational/technical training in legal or court field beneficial.
• Preferred: Associate's degree and 2 years in administrative or court operations.
• Must obtain GCIC Security & Awareness Certification within 30 days of employment.
• Satisfactory criminal history; secure access to law enforcement databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by phone, email, and in person to the public, defendants, attorneys and agencies.
• Schedule, coordinate, and maintain the Municipal Court calendar and related hearings.
• Prepare and organize court calendars, files, pleadings, and exhibits for proceedings.
• Record pleas and dispositions in the court management system; document fines, sentences and conditions.
• Process and maintain citations, court orders, and other legal filings.
• Draft and process court orders and related documents for review and signature.
• Enter criminal history and maintain case information in the court system.
• Conduct criminal history checks and verify drivers license status as needed.
• Process, receive, and reconcile fines, fees, and payments; balance cash drawers and deposits.
• Maintain bond records and reconcile bond activity daily.
• Prepare for and conduct virtual inmate appearances; schedule non-jury trials and continuances.
• Ensure timely processing and compliance with deadlines; transfer cases when needed.
• Prepare certified dispositions and provide copies of court records; perform record searches.
• Maintain translator and attorney appointment lists; handle mail and records management.
• Support office operations with filing, records requests, and general duties.

Skills

Customer service

Court calendar management

Record maintenance

Financial handling

Case management system

Clerical duties

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

GCIC Security & Awareness Certification (must obtain in 30 days)

Job description

City of Jonesboro, GA, is seeking a Deputy Court Clerk to support the Municipal Court with administrative and financial tasks. The role involves customer service, docket management, and legal document processing, ensuring compliance with laws and court policies.

The position is non-exempt with a salary of $56,160.00, requiring a high school diploma or GED and potential associate’s degree. GCIC certification must be obtained within 30 days. Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong asset.