On-Site Court Clerk & Records Coordinator

City-of-Beaumont,-Texas; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Beaumont, Texas is seeking a court clerk to support daily court operations in a 100% on-site role. The position involves setting court dates, notifying attorneys and parties, and entering court data into the computer system.

The successful candidate will balance receipts, answer calls, and maintain detailed records. Proficiency in Word/Excel and a typing speed of 40–45 wpm are required; background checks and drug screening may be conducted.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; advanced training in office/clerical procedures preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in clerical work including data entry for centralized computer, cashiering, computer operations, and computer service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Office 365; able to navigate window-based software; typing test of 40–45 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Set cases for attorneys, schedule dates of appearance and appeals; notify parties of trial dates.
• Enter court dates, summons, warrants, and fines into the court computer; maintain records of monies collected.
• Balance daily receipts and respond to multi-line telephone inquiries; provide information to citizens and staff; prepare form letters.

Skills

Data entry

Typing

Record keeping

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma

3 years clerical experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Office 365

Job description

The City of Beaumont, Texas is seeking a court clerk to support daily court operations in a 100% on-site role. The position involves setting court dates, notifying attorneys and parties, and entering court data into the computer system.

The successful candidate will balance receipts, answer calls, and maintain detailed records. Proficiency in Word/Excel and a typing speed of 40–45 wpm are required; background checks and drug screening may be conducted.