Part-Time JP Court Case Manager - Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is hiring for a court support position to manage and monitor civil and criminal cases, input complaints, and maintain electronic case files. The role involves scheduling hearings and collecting filing fees in a fast-paced legal environment.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED, 2 years in a legal setting, and strong typing (35 WPM), research and organizational abilities, plus excellent interpersonal and written communication skills for public interaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of job-related experience in a legal system; Justice of the Peace Court preferred.
• Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM).
• Excellent research and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills.
• Ability to interact with the public, employees and elected officials.

Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and schedule civil and criminal cases; maintain case files.
• Input complaints, tickets, and petitions into the Court’s database.
• Create and update case files electronically.
• Schedule arraignments, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Collect and receipt filing fees and fines.
• Issue writs and arrest warrants for execution.
• Maintain confidentiality of documents and case management.

Skills

Typing 35 WPM

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Research skills

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the “quality of life” for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Manages, monitors, and schedules civil and criminal cases, maintains case file to ensure that all litigants are afforded due process and their day in court.
• Properly and accurately input complaints, tickets, and petitions into the Court’s database.
• Create case files, while accurately updating and maintaining them electronically.
• Schedule arraignments, mediations, hearings, and trials on the Court’s calendar.
• Collect and receipt filing fees and fines.
• Issue writs and arrest warrants to be executed by the Constable’s Office.
• Legally and properly manage, monitor and schedule civil and criminal cases, from the initial filling to the disposition.
• Service customers; reviews and processes requests in person, by telephone, e-filing, fax and/or mail.
• Collects and receipts fees over the counter and by mail; acts as a cashier.
• Inputs data into the computer data base in order for the Justice Courts to easily access the information.
• Manages civil and criminal court documents by preparing, filing, processing, entering, issuing, recording, and setting dockets.
• Prepares civil and criminal cases based on office policy and state statute to ensure accuracy of filings.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of documents, data and courtroom proceedings.
• Maintains knowledge, understanding and proficiency of case management to minimize errors.
• Assists with training when necessary.
• Participates in community outreach programs for the department.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2 years of job-related experience within a legal system. Experience in Justice of the Peace Court preferred.
• Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM)
• Excellent research and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills.
• Must have ability to interact with the public, employees and elected officials.

STARTING SALARY: $18.31 hourly based on qualifications, not to exceed 29 hours per week

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County’s Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.