Senior Court Clerk & Admin Supervisor

Denton County; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County is seeking a Deputy Clerk III to perform a wide range of secretarial, administrative, and technical duties in the court system. The role includes answering calls, assisting judges and the public, handling cash and bonds, and preparing reports.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent mix of education and experience; some college coursework and certifications may be preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Completion of some college level coursework preferred.
• Specific certifications related to the area of assignment may be required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information or refers inquiries to appropriate personnel; routes incoming calls and records messages; responds to emails and faxes as necessary.
• Utilizes data entry equipment and word processing to enter, store, and retrieve information; maintains files and records; scans and copies documents.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail; distributes mail to the department.
• Prepares periodic activity summaries and financial reports.
• Assists judges, attorneys, title companies, and the public with inquiries.
• Certifies and issues copies of legal documents.
• Supervises support staff and trains employees.
• Manages cash and surety bonds; verifies information and processes cash receipts; creates spreadsheets.
• Issues writs and abstracts; handles related bonds.
• Enters court orders and responds to orders in a timely manner.
• Receives payments; logs payments and posts to accounts; handles refunds and fee schedules.
• Recalls warrants based on terms; performs related duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Related certifications

Job description

Denton County is seeking a Deputy Clerk III to perform a wide range of secretarial, administrative, and technical duties in the court system. The role includes answering calls, assisting judges and the public, handling cash and bonds, and preparing reports.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent mix of education and experience; some college coursework and certifications may be preferred.